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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Corporate Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Corporate Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Sustainability, Business Strategy, Global Marketing, Business, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Governance, Strategic Partnership, Corporate Finance, Business Ethics, Value Propositions, Growth Strategies, New Business Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Resource Allocation, Innovation

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      4.7
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Rice University

      Introduction to Mechanics

      Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Physics, Problem Solving, Mechanical Engineering, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Physical Science, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Geometry, Trigonometry

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Matrix Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Dimensionality Reduction, NumPy, Linear Algebra, Machine Learning Methods, Data Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Applied Machine Learning, Algorithms, Python Programming

      4.1
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      248 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité

      Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Complex Problem Solving, Risk Management, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Forecasting, Business Management, International Relations, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Effectiveness, Business, Informatics, Education and Training, Marketing, Sociology, Innovation, Psychology

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      384 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Business Analytics for Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Decision Making, Predictive Analytics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Modeling, Data Analysis, Process Optimization, Market Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Excel

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Introduction to Time Value of Money (TVM)

      Skills you'll gain: Loans, Finance, Microsoft Excel, Financial Modeling, Financial Management, Financial Analysis, Business Mathematics, Spreadsheet Software, Cash Flows, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      944 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fractal Analytics

      Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Business Leadership, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Generative Model Architectures, Business Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Analytical Skills, Strategic Thinking, Data Strategy, Information Privacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Design Thinking, Thought Leadership, Project Implementation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      177 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Organisational behaviour: Know your people

      Skills you'll gain: People Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Team Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, People Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Innovation, Conflict Management, Employee Engagement, Decision Making, Communication

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Financial Management

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Risk Management, Balance Sheet, Accounts Receivable, Business Risk Management, Credit Risk, Income Statement, Financial Acumen, Risk Mitigation, Operational Risk, Resource Allocation, Proposal Development, Capital Budgeting, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Operational Efficiency, Stakeholder Communications

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      231 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      IIT Bombay

      Design Thinking and Innovation

      Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, User Research, Ideation, Prototyping, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Sustainable Business, Innovation, Brainstorming, Empathy, User Feedback, Product Development, Customer experience improvement, Case Studies, Product Testing, Collaboration

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad de los Andes

      PlanU: escoge la mejor carrera y universidad para ti

      Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Planning, Personal Development, Academic Advising, Higher Education, Goal Setting, Family Support, Research

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      736 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Minnesota

      IS/IT Governance

      Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Technology Strategies, Change Management, Information Technology, Governance, Portfolio Management, Resource Allocation, Return On Investment, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Capital Expenditure, Financial Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Risk Management, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      714 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular problem solving courses

    • Corporate Strategy: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introduction to Mechanics: Rice University
    • Matrix Methods: University of Minnesota
    • L'avenir de la décision : connaître et agir en complexité: ESSEC Business School
    • Business Analytics for Decision Making: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Introduction to Time Value of Money (TVM): University of Michigan
    • Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI: Fractal Analytics
    • Organisational behaviour: Know your people: Macquarie University
    • Financial Management: Duke University
    • Design Thinking and Innovation: IIT Bombay

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