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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Computer Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Simulations, Code Review, Algorithms, UI Components, Debugging, Data Management, User Interface (UI), File I/O, Data Cleansing, Automation, Data Validation

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Experience, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Usability, Design Thinking, Human Computer Interaction, Human Factors, User Interface (UI) Design, Ideation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Asking Great Sales Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Development, General Sales Practices, Phone Sales, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Communication Strategies, Marketing Psychology, Drive Engagement, Customer Engagement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Core generative models and techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Model Deployment, Microsoft Azure, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Model Evaluation, Tensorflow, Data Pipelines, Prototyping, Image Quality, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Forecasting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Analyze AI to Amplify Brand Success

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Measurement, Brand Awareness, Digital Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Analytics, AI Personalization, Campaign Management, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Intelligence, Brand Management, Customer Insights, AI Enablement, Promotions and Campaigns, Competitive Analysis, ChatGPT, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Service Integration and Management (SIAM) Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Service Management, Systems Integration, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Supplier Relationship Management, Strategic Sourcing, Risk Management Framework, Governance, Process Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Risk Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Organizational Change, Performance Measurement, Lean Methodologies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    C Programming Projects for Games and System Development

    Skills you'll gain: Data Persistence, File I/O, C (Programming Language), Game Design, Programming Principles, Debugging, Data Modeling, Computational Thinking, Data Integrity, Program Development, Application Development, Data Maintenance, Computational Logic, Data Validation, Command-Line Interface, Application Design, Animation and Game Design, User Interface (UI), Algorithms, Data Structures

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IESE Business School

    Claves de la Dirección de Empresas

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Marketing, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Financial Statements, People Management, Accounting, Balance Sheet, Financial Accounting, Product Marketing, Financial Acumen, Marketing, Accrual Accounting, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Working Capital, Financial Analysis, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Case Studies, Market Share

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Visualize Retention: Heatmaps & Clarity Unlocked

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Heat Maps, Data Presentation, Statistical Visualization, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Customer Retention, Plot (Graphics), Timelines, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Stakeholder Communications

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Register Patients & Validate Data

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Registration, Registration, Health Information Management, Data Quality, Data Entry, Data Validation, Medical Records, Electronic Medical Record System, Hospital Admissions, Patient Safety, Patient Flow, Data Integrity, Quality Assurance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Adobe

    Ideate and Visualize Creative Ideas Using AI Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Prompt Engineering, Adobe Express, Ideation, Generative AI, Presentations, Storyboarding, Writing, Creativity, Storytelling, Adobe Creative Cloud, Creative Design, Design Thinking, Graphic and Visual Design, Collaboration, Visual Design, Image Quality

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Diseñar con Conciencia: Innovación Artesanal desde los Saberes Ancestrales

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Research and Design, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Sensitivity, Creativity, Sustainability Standards, Cultural Diversity, Community Development, Collaboration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes: University of Michigan
  • Asking Great Sales Questions: Packt
  • Core generative models and techniques: Microsoft
  • Analyze AI to Amplify Brand Success: Coursera
  • Service Integration and Management (SIAM) Foundation: Packt
  • C Programming Projects for Games and System Development: EDUCBA
  • Claves de la Dirección de Empresas: IESE Business School
  • Visualize Retention: Heatmaps & Clarity Unlocked: Coursera
  • Register Patients & Validate Data: Coursera

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