Planning courses can help you learn project scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and strategic goal setting. You can build skills in creating timelines, managing budgets, and assessing project feasibility. Many courses introduce tools like Gantt charts, Kanban boards, and project management software, which help you visualize progress and streamline workflows. You'll also explore methods for effective communication and collaboration, ensuring that all team members are aligned and informed throughout the planning process.
University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Negotiation, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Performance, Business Correspondence, Concision, Project Planning, Communication Planning, Editing, Change Control, Grammar, Project Management, Proofreading, Risk Management, Emotional Intelligence, Performance Metric, Open Mindset, Relationship Building, Team Management, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Construction, Building Information Modeling, Environment Health And Safety, Project Schedules, Lean Methodologies, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Sustainability Standards, Contract Management, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Demand Planning, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Forecasting, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Supplier Management, Operations Management, Purchasing, Production Process, Supply Management, Supply Chain, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Planning, Inventory and Warehousing, Inventory Management System, Logistics
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Google Workspace, Data Migration, Cloud Deployment, User Provisioning, Technical Management, Email Automation, Stakeholder Management, End User Training and Support
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Project Management, Risk Management, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Cost Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Scope Management, Team Leadership, Project Estimation, Earned Value Management, Requirements Management, Organizational Structure, Scheduling, Quality Management, Microsoft Excel
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Strategic Planning, Smart Goals, Planning, Personal Development, Strategic Thinking, Action Oriented, Timelines, Professional Development, Adaptability, Accountability, Self-Awareness, Constructive Feedback, Time Management, Mentorship
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Closure, Scope Management, Team Management, Project Management, Project Planning, Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Controls, Project Risk Management, Project Implementation, Agile Methodology, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Analysis, Change Management, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems
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Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Project Risk Management, Environment Health And Safety, Quality Management, Procurement, Communication Strategies, Risk Management, Project Controls, Stakeholder Communications, Subcontracting, Supplier Management, Quality Improvement, Stakeholder Analysis, Earned Value Management, Performance Measurement, Variance Analysis
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Revenue Recognition, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Governance, Agile Methodology, Organizational Strategy, Waterfall Methodology, Organizational Leadership, Management Training And Development, Project Closure, Accrual Accounting, Business Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Ethics, Cash Flows, Change Management, Project Implementation, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Project Management
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sprint Planning, User Story, Project Estimation, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Forecasting, Jira (Software), Project Management Software, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Insurance, Insurance Policies, Risk Management, Underwriting, Financial Planning, Long Term Care, Asset Protection, Wealth Management, Disabilities, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Case Studies, Needs Assessment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Digital Forensics, Network Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Penetration Testing, Cloud Services, Business Continuity, Cloud Deployment, Disaster Recovery, Security Controls, Generative AI, Configuration Management, Governance, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Application Security, Information Technology, Cryptography
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months