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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 Colorado System

    Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Network Security, Data Security, Cryptography, Security Awareness, Public Key Infrastructure, Data Integrity, Network Protocols

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Programa Especializado en Gerencia de Proyectos Complejos

    Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Project Scoping, Feasibility Studies, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Estimation, Requirements Management, Project Controls, Cost Estimation, Project Management, Estimation, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Schedules, Case Studies, Project Portfolio Management, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Project Risk Management, Crisis Management, Earned Value Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Interactive Brokers

    Derivatives - Options & Futures

    Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Futures Exchange, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Risk Management, Market Analysis, Capital Markets, Risk Analysis, Investments, Equities, Market Dynamics, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Decision Making

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    278 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Sourcing Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Management, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Systems, Forecasting, Demand Planning, Supply Chain Planning, Materials Management, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Management, Purchasing, Financial Forecasting, Inventory Management System, Process Improvement, Accounts Payable, Working Capital, Cash Management, Supplier Quality Management

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (1): Models and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Business Modeling, Industrial Engineering, Model Optimization, Inventory Control, Business Analytics, Production Planning, Case Studies, Microsoft Excel, Scheduling, Portfolio Management, Facility Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    586 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ISC2

    Incident Response, BC, and DR Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Incident Management, Business Continuity Planning, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, Cybersecurity, Security Management, Computer Security Incident Management, Crisis Management, Information Assurance, Service Recovery

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    279 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Simplilearn

    Business Analysis Excel Tools and CCBA Training

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Business Analysis, Project Management, Risk Management, Project Planning, Data Visualization, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Cost Management, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Stakeholder Engagement, Excel Formulas, Business Analytics, Stakeholder Management, Business Requirements, Solution Design, Data Analysis, Data Validation

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Setting the Stage for Success: An Eye on Safety Culture and Teamwork (Patient Safety II)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Safety Assurance, Patient-centered Care, Accident Prevention, Collaboration, Safety Standards, Teamwork, Patient Advocacy, Hospital Experience, Patient Communication, Stress First Aid, Accountability, Risk Management, Accountability Frameworks, Leadership, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    455 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University at Buffalo

    Digital Thread: Components

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Data Sharing, Manufacturing Operations, Business Transformation, Document Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Data Storage, Process Management, Data Strategy, Interoperability, Data Persistence, Innovation, Goal Setting, Knowledge Transfer, Project Planning

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Designing the Future of Work

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Design Strategies, Business Transformation, Workforce Development, Strategic Thinking, Automation, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Service Design, Forecasting, Organizational Change

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    322 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Fundamentos de probabilidad y aplicaciones

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Combinatorics, Statistical Analysis, Variance Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    180 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Finding, Sorting, & Filtering Data in Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Microsoft Office

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    521 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Introduction to Cybersecurity for Business: University of Colorado System
  • Programa Especializado en Gerencia de Proyectos Complejos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Derivatives - Options & Futures: Interactive Brokers
  • Sourcing Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Operations Research (1): Models and Applications: National Taiwan University
  • Incident Response, BC, and DR Concepts: ISC2
  • Business Analysis Excel Tools and CCBA Training: Simplilearn
  • Setting the Stage for Success: An Eye on Safety Culture and Teamwork (Patient Safety II): Johns Hopkins University
  • Digital Thread: Components: University at Buffalo
  • Designing the Future of Work: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

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