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Decision Making Courses

Decision making courses can help you learn analytical thinking, risk assessment, strategic planning, and effective communication techniques. You can build skills in evaluating options, forecasting outcomes, and making data-driven choices. Many courses introduce tools like decision trees, SWOT analysis, and cost-benefit analysis, which assist in structuring your thought process and improving clarity in complex situations.


Popular Decision Making Courses and Certifications


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    Sciences Po

    Cities are back in town : urban sociology for a globalizing urban world

    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Demography, Social Justice, International Relations, Cultural Diversity, World History, Technology Strategies, Governance, Policy Analysis, Economics, Innovation, European History

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    190 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Commercial Laws, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, Vendor Contracts, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Contract Review, Business, Labor Law, Business Management, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Innovation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Strategy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    268 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Copenhagen Business School

    The Neuromarketing Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Market Research, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Marketing, Neurology, Science and Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Data Collection, Psychology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    200 reviews

    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, Operational Risk, Resource Allocation, Proposal Development, Cash Management, Capital Budgeting, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Operational Efficiency, Stakeholder Communications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    353 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Collaboration For Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Public Speaking, Problem Solving, Positivity, Presentations, Storytelling, Optimism, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Creative Problem-Solving, Empowerment, Brainstorming, Growth Mindedness, Root Cause Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Resourcefulness, Independent Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    179 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The University of Melbourne

    Essentials of Corporate Finance Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Management, Financial Data, Investment Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Finance, Market Data, Risk Analysis, Business Valuation, Capital Markets

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    138 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Retail Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience strategy (CX), Brand Strategy, Retail Store Operations, Marketing Strategies, Customer Insights, Brand Loyalty, Merchandise Displays, Global Marketing, Market Trend, Consumer Behaviour, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Innovation, E-Commerce

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    292 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Monetary Policy in the Asia Pacific

    Skills you'll gain: Market Liquidity, Analysis, Financial Policy, Economics, International Finance, Financial Market, Financial Regulation, Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Forecasting

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    338 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Leadership and Management Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Leadership, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Business Priorities, Organizational Structure, Change Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    382 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Institute for the Future

    Collaborative Foresight: How to Game the Future

    Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Systems Thinking, Responsible AI, Strategic Thinking, Brainstorming, Game Theory, Creative Thinking, Dealing With Ambiguity, Collaboration, Interviewing Skills, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Planning, Innovation, Cognitive flexibility, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empathy, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    305 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    emlyon business school

    Effectuation : l'entrepreneuriat pour tous

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Dealing With Ambiguity, Business, Stakeholder Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Business Strategies, Business Risk Management, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    231 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Ethics, Culture, and Global Perspectives

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Brand Management, Culture, Global Marketing, Branding, Brand Strategy, Corporate Sustainability, Intercultural Competence, Decision Making, Stakeholder Management, Case Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    220 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular decision making courses

  • Cities are back in town : urban sociology for a globalizing urban world : Sciences Po
  • Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship: University of Maryland, College Park
  • The Neuromarketing Toolbox: Copenhagen Business School
  • Financial Management: Duke University
  • Collaboration For Everyone: Arizona State University
  • Essentials of Corporate Finance Capstone: The University of Melbourne
  • Retail Marketing Strategy: University of Pennsylvania
  • Monetary Policy in the Asia Pacific: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Strategic Leadership and Management Capstone: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Collaborative Foresight: How to Game the Future: Institute for the Future

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