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Planning Courses

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.

Popular Planning Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Seeking Investment Alpha

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Portfolio Risk, Return On Investment, Financial Management, Investment Management, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Equities

    4.6 stars, 106 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ā˜… 4.6 (106) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategies, Financial Management, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Business Planning, Business Development, New Business Development, Leadership and Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Global Marketing, Governance, Entrepreneurial Finance, Brand Management, Fundraising

    4.7 stars, 155 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.7 (155) Ā· Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Michigan State University

    Getting Your Film off the Ground

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Grant Applications, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Brand Strategy, Social Media Content, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Social Media Marketing, Brand Marketing, Web Presence, Campaign Planning, Content Strategy, Drive Engagement, Content Creation, Prospecting and Qualification

    4.5 stars, 57 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.5 (57) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management and the Art of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, User Story, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Management, Persuasive Communication, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Team Performance Management, Communication Planning, Influencing, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Strategic Communication, Data Management, Negotiation, Rapport Building, Data Presentation, Product Requirements

    4.7 stars, 149 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ā˜… 4.7 (149) Ā· Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Virtual Teacher Final Project

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Instructional Design, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Instructional Strategies, Course Development, Pedagogy, Lesson Planning, Developing Training Materials, Learning Management Systems, Education and Training, Blended Learning, Educational Materials, Education Software and Technology, Constructive Feedback, Ability To Meet Deadlines

    4.7 stars, 234 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.7 (234) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Automating Team Communication with Google Sheets and Apps Script

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Google Workspace, Google Sheets, Stakeholder Communications, Communication Planning, Scripting, Gmail, Stakeholder Management, Project Schedules, Project Management, Javascript

    4.5 stars, 131 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ā˜… 4.5 (131) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • S

    SkillUp

    ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Process Capability, Lean Six Sigma, Project Schedules, Project Estimation, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Project Management, Project Planning, Analysis, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, Quality Management

    4.6 stars, 75 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ā˜… 4.6 (75) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Taxation of Business Entities II: Pass-Through Entities

    Skills you'll gain: Tax Compliance, Partnership Accounting, Income Tax, Corporate Tax, Tax Returns, Tax Laws, Tax, Tax Planning, Liquidation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Strategy, Property Accounting, Organizational Structure, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Analysis, Analysis

    4.8 stars, 92 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.8 (92) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • Y

    Yale University

    The Psychology of Negotiation: How to Find Elegant Trades

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Conflict Management, Sales, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Closing (Sales), Collaboration, Value Propositions, Team Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, Active Listening

    5 stars, 56 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 5 (56) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Copenhagen

    Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Public Health, Health Disparities, Community Health, Health Equity, Public Works, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Sustainable Design, Gerontology, Landscape Architecture, Sanitation, Climate Change Adaptation, Demography, Environmental Issue, Pollution Prevention

    4.8 stars, 173 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.8 (173) Ā· Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Estimación de la línea base de tiempos y costos

    Skills you'll gain: Project Estimation, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Controls, Cost Estimation, Estimation, Project Schedules, Case Studies, Cost Management, Scheduling, Project Scoping, Timelines, Project Planning, Scope Management, Project Management, Applied Mathematics, Budget Management, Dependency Analysis

    4.9 stars, 222 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.9 (222) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Introduction to AI for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, AI literacy, Generative AI, AI Personalization, AI powered creativity, Artificial Intelligence, Email Automation, LLM Application, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, AI Workflows, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Content Creation, Personal Development, Productivity, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Creative Thinking, Organizational Skills

    4.8 stars, 86 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.8 (86) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular planning courses

  • Seeking Investment Alpha:Ā Coursera
  • Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios:Ā Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Getting Your Film off the Ground:Ā Michigan State University
  • Program Management and the Art of Communication:Ā University of Maryland, College Park
  • Virtual Teacher Final Project:Ā University of California, Irvine
  • Automating Team Communication with Google Sheets and Apps Script:Ā Coursera
  • ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) Exam Prep:Ā SkillUp
  • Taxation of Business Entities II: Pass-Through Entities:Ā University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • The Psychology of Negotiation: How to Find Elegant Trades:Ā Yale University
  • Urbanisation and Health - Promoting Sustainable Solutions:Ā University of Copenhagen

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