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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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    Coursera

    Optimize Backlogs and Jira Readiness

    Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Jira (Software), Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, Agile Product Development, User Story, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Workflow Management, Prioritization, Process Design, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Assurance, Standard Operating Procedure

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Design Thinking - Parte 1: Descubre tu solución de negocio con IA Generativa

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Human Centered Design, Solution Design, User Research, Needs Assessment, Social Impact, AI literacy, AI Enablement, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Dynamics

    Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    PracticalGrowth

    Program & Portfolio Strategy for Scaling Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Project Portfolio Management, Program Management, Business Priorities, Organizational Strategy, Capacity Planning, Project Management, Product Roadmaps, Prioritization, Dependency Analysis, Coordination, Capacity Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Portfolio Management, Governance, Goal Setting, Change Control, Risk Management, Performance Measurement, Decision Making

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Business Intelligence & Data Visualization in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Business Intelligence, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Transformation, Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Management

    Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Deal Structuring and Execution: LBOs and M&A

    Skills you'll gain: Investment Banking, Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Financial Modeling, Bidding, Transaction Processing, Capital Markets, Business Valuation, Financial Statement Analysis, Loans, Case Studies, Financial Analysis, Closing (Sales), Investments, Finance, Business Modeling, Financial Management, Balance Sheet, Return On Investment, Cash Flows

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Measure Campaign Lift with Brand Surveys

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Awareness, Data-Driven Marketing, Digital Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Marketing Analytics, Advertising, Branding, Performance Analysis, Customer Insights, Business Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Survey Creation, Performance Measurement, Target Audience, Data Collection

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Madecraft

    How to Stop Wasting Time in Meetings

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Drive Engagement, Discussion Facilitation, Time Management, Productivity, Taking Meeting Minutes, Organizational Skills, Action Oriented, Collaboration, Goal Setting, Professionalism, Team Leadership, Follow Through, Project Documentation, Virtual Teams, Communication, Leadership, Decision Making, Accountability, Business Communication

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Skillshare

    Master RAW Editing in Affinity Photo

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Editing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Image Quality, Photography, Post-Production

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Optimize Growth: Map and Evaluate ROI

    Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Revenue Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Growth Strategies, Marketing Effectiveness, Performance Analysis, Business Development, Performance Measurement, Business Strategies, Business Planning, Financial Forecasting, Gap Analysis, Business Strategy, Market Opportunities, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Product Development

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Strategize Your Data Engineering Evolution

    Skills you'll gain: Data Strategy, Infrastructure Architecture, Financial Data, Business Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Database Architecture and Administration, Return On Investment, SQL, Data Transformation, Business Planning, Data Pipelines, Strategic Prioritization, Database Design, Financial Analysis, Business Continuity, Cost Benefit Analysis, Performance Metric

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    Coursera

    Craft Compelling Slides: Tell Your Story

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Concision, Storytelling, Stakeholder Communications, Time Management, Analysis, Business Communication

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Advanced Financial Planning for Forecasting and Valuation

    Skills you'll gain: Operating Expense, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Valuation, Operating Cost, Financial Forecasting, Working Capital, Cash Management, Capital Expenditure, Financial Management, Revenue Management, Expense Management, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Growth Strategies, Financial Planning, Revenue Forecasting, Return On Investment, Corporate Finance, Risk Management

    Advanced Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Optimize Backlogs and Jira Readiness:Ā Coursera
  • Design Thinking - Parte 1: Descubre tu solución de negocio con IA Generativa:Ā Pontificia Universidad Católica del PerĆŗ
  • Program & Portfolio Strategy for Scaling Delivery:Ā PracticalGrowth
  • Business Intelligence & Data Visualization in Excel:Ā EDUCBA
  • Deal Structuring and Execution: LBOs and M&A:Ā John Wiley & Sons
  • Measure Campaign Lift with Brand Surveys:Ā Coursera
  • How to Stop Wasting Time in Meetings:Ā Madecraft
  • Master RAW Editing in Affinity Photo:Ā Skillshare
  • Optimize Growth: Map and Evaluate ROI:Ā Coursera
  • Strategize Your Data Engineering Evolution:Ā Coursera

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