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Strategic Thinking Courses

Strategic thinking courses can help you learn critical analysis, decision-making frameworks, competitive analysis, and scenario planning. You can build skills in risk assessment, resource allocation, and long-term vision development. Many courses introduce tools such as SWOT analysis, PESTLE analysis, and strategic planning software, which assist in evaluating market conditions and aligning organizational goals with actionable strategies.


Popular Strategic Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Microsoft Excel VBA and Macros

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Excel Formulas, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Productivity Software, Data Transformation, Debugging, Spreadsheet Software, Data Cleansing, Automation, Strategic Decision-Making, Programming Principles

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Genome Assembly Programming Challenge

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Epidemiology, Graph Theory, Infectious Diseases, Program Development, Molecular Biology, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Software Development

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Business Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Process Management, Global Marketing, Business Process, Business Process Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Brand Management, Leadership and Management, Financial Analysis, Marketing, People Management, Team Leadership, Strategic Marketing, Organizational Change, Leadership, Inventory Accounting, Business Strategy, Financial Management, Data Analysis

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Introduction to Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Data Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Amazon Web Services, Data Warehousing, Data Processing, System Requirements, Extract, Transform, Load, Performance Tuning, Security Controls, Cloud Computing, Scalability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    470 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Working with the Media

    Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Crisis Management, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communication, Branding, Communication Strategies, Storytelling

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Fundamentals of Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Strategic Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Management, Business Strategy, Market Dynamics, Target Market, Auditing, Analysis

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Program Management: Framework, Strategy, and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Organizational Strategy, Risk Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Benefits Administration, Strategic Planning, Portfolio Management, Scope Management, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Governance, Quality Management, Project Closure

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The State University of New York

    Applied Digital Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Design, digital literacy, Infographics, Content Creation, Graphic Design, Multimedia, Brainstorming, Planning, Information Management, Research, Literacy, Computer Literacy, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Data Ethics, Digital Communications, Open Source Technology, Intellectual Property, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Peer Review

    4.8
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Story and Narrative Development for Video Games

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Storytelling, Software Design Documents, Ideation, Storyboarding, Writing, Creativity

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Maximizing Success: Mastering the Art of Goal Setting

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Adaptability, Empowerment, Business Priorities, Professional Development, Productivity, Performance Metric, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Communication, Personal Development, Expectation Management, Milestones (Project Management), Organizational Change, Business Strategies, Time Management, Self-Motivation, Accountability, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Budgeting essentials and development

    Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Budgeting, Financial Management, Cost Control, Performance Management, Business Strategy, Variance Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Resource Allocation, Financial Reporting, Forecasting

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

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    Kennesaw State University

    Advanced Leadership Skills for the 21st Century

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Crisis Management, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Change, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Change Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Visionary, Team Management, Team Building, Dealing With Ambiguity, Organizational Strategy, Coaching, Professional Development, Employee Performance Management

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular strategic thinking courses

  • Microsoft Excel VBA and Macros: Coursera
  • Genome Assembly Programming Challenge: University of California San Diego
  • Business Management Essentials: Illinois Tech
  • Introduction to Data Engineering: DeepLearning.AI
  • Working with the Media: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Fundamentals of Marketing Strategy: University of London
  • Program Management: Framework, Strategy, and Planning: SkillUp
  • Applied Digital Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Story and Narrative Development for Video Games: California Institute of the Arts
  • Maximizing Success: Mastering the Art of Goal Setting : Starweaver

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