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Strategic Planning Courses

Strategic planning courses can help you learn goal setting, resource allocation, risk assessment, and performance measurement. You can build skills in SWOT analysis, scenario planning, and aligning organizational objectives with actionable strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Gantt charts, balanced scorecards, and project management software, which aid in visualizing timelines, tracking progress, and ensuring that strategic initiatives are effectively implemented.

Popular Strategic Planning Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Business

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Business Strategy, Digital Brand Strategy, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Financial Accounting, Organizational Leadership, Online Advertising, Cash Flow Forecasting, Search Engine Optimization, Business Planning, Accountability, Business Management, Leadership and Management, Fiscal Management, Forecasting, Cost Control, Operating Expense, Strategic Planning, Storytelling

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Pulling it all together: Future Trends and Actions

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Drive Engagement, Goal Setting, Team Collaboration, Rapport Building, Leadership Development, Goal-Oriented, Strategic Leadership, Habit Formation, Smart Goals, Employee Coaching, Culture Transformation, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Team Leadership, Team Motivation, Relationship Management, Organizational Strategy, People Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    HRCI

    Employee Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Structure, Policy Development, Conflict Management, Employee Relations, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Staff Management, Business Ethics, Labor Relations, Workforce Planning, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Continuity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pearson

    Foundations of Information Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Business Systems, Information Technology, Information Systems Security, Business Technologies, Information Management, Decision Support Systems, Open Source Technology, Business Systems Analysis, Technology Strategies, Systems Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Software Systems, Computing Platforms, Mobile Security, Web Applications, Operational Efficiency, Computer Hardware, Strategic Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Market Strategy & Targeting

    Skills you'll gain: Go To Market Strategy, Campaign Planning, Value Propositions, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Planning, Product Marketing, Persona Development, Target Market, Marketing Effectiveness, Market Opportunities, Target Audience, Product Strategy, Campaign Management, Business Priorities, Market Share, Data-Driven Marketing, Market Research, Market Analysis, Microsoft Excel

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Leadership and Talent Development in Football

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Management, Active Listening, Smart Goals, Drive Engagement, Talent Recruitment, Team Performance Management, Goal Setting, Leadership Development, Self-Awareness, Talent Management, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Team Motivation, Employee Coaching, Team Collaboration

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Public Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Public Relations, Target Audience, Communication Planning, Marketing and Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Media and Communications, Performance Metric, Campaign Planning, Program Evaluation, Generative AI, AI literacy, Content Creation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Public Relations and Communications Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Proofreading, Public Relations, Stakeholder Analysis, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communication, Public Affairs, Content Management, Performance Reporting, Storytelling, Content Management Systems, Content Performance Analysis, Content Strategy, Report Writing, Business Reporting, Content Scheduling, Marketing Effectiveness, Media Strategy, Generative AI

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Yonsei University

    Emerging Technologies: From Smartphones to IoT to Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Augmented Reality, Cloud Computing Architecture, Big Data, Wireless Networks, SPSS (Software), SPSS, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Internet Of Things, Live Streaming, Cloud Platforms, Analytics, Telecommunications, Multimedia, Emerging Technologies, Mobile Development, Apple iOS, Display Devices

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Entrepreneurship I: Laying the Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Business Modeling, Value Propositions, Strategic Thinking, Business Planning, Commercialization, Business Strategies, Ideation, Market Opportunities, Initiative and Leadership, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Go To Market Strategy, Team Building, Team Management, Market Analysis, Resource Management, Relationship Building

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Instagram Content Creator Pro

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Video Editing, Content Scheduling, Content Performance Analysis, Drive Engagement, Storytelling, Social Media Analytics, Social Media Content, Canva (Software), Content Optimization, Content Creation, Design Elements And Principles, Paid media, Graphic and Visual Design, Driving engagement, Competitive Analysis, Content Strategy, Analytics, Visual Design, Marketing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Leading Change in Health Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Project Management, Health Informatics, Clinical Informatics, Change Control, Health Care Administration, Clinical Leadership, IT Management, Strategic Leadership, Health Technology, Health Care, Decision Support Systems, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Electronic Medical Record, System Implementation, Process Modeling, Electronic Medical Record System

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Business: University of California, Irvine
  • Pulling it all together: Future Trends and Actions: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Employee Relations: HRCI
  • Foundations of Information Systems: Pearson
  • Market Strategy & Targeting: Microsoft
  • Leadership and Talent Development in Football: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Introduction to Public Relations: Microsoft
  • Microsoft Public Relations and Communications Associate: Microsoft
  • Emerging Technologies: From Smartphones to IoT to Big Data: Yonsei University
  • Entrepreneurship I: Laying the Foundation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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