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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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    Coursera

    Digital Campaign Management & Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Pay Per Click Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Online Advertising, Campaign Management, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Advertising, Performance Analysis, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics, Brand Management, Social Media Campaigns, Budget Management, Project Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Return On Investment, Quality Assessment, Cost Reduction

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    AI for Medicine

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Clinical Trials, Data Preprocessing, Risk Modeling, Treatment Planning, Data Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Feature Engineering, Patient Treatment, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, AI Personalization, Diagnostic Radiology, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Forecasting

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    CRO Excellence: Leading High-Performance Sales Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Enablement, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Customer Insights, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Measurement, Business Risk Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Metrics, Case Studies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Introduction to DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: DevOps, Agile Methodology, Cloud-Native Computing, CI/CD, Test Driven Development (TDD), Scrum (Software Development), Behavior-Driven Development, Performance Metric, Accountability, Team Oriented, Culture Transformation, Microservices, Cross-Functional Collaboration

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Intelligence, Demand Planning, Strategic Sourcing, Competitive Analysis, Customer Demand Planning, Data Storytelling, Procurement, Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Regression Analysis, Supplier Performance Management, Inventory Control, Business Analytics, Data Collection, Supply Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Intelligence, Materials Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    JetBrains

    Python from Scratch: Learn by Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Integrated Development Environments, File I/O, Software Development Tools, Python Programming, Development Environment, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Scripting, Code Review, Data Processing, NumPy, Computational Thinking, Software Installation, Numerical Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Mastering User Centric Design with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, A/B Testing, Design Thinking, Ideation, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, UI/UX Research, Brainstorming, Data Ethics, Experience Design, Innovation, User Research, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Critical Thinking, Business Consulting, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Leeds

    Data Science: How to Plan Projects, Research and Reflect

    Skills you'll gain: General Science and Research, Analytical Skills, Data Science, Technical Communication, Record Keeping, Critical Thinking, Analysis, Personal Development, Technical Writing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Digital Campaign Management & Optimization: Coursera
  • AI for Medicine: DeepLearning.AI
  • CRO Excellence: Leading High-Performance Sales Teams: Coursera
  • Introduction to DevOps: IBM
  • Supply Chain Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Python from Scratch: Learn by Coding: JetBrains
  • Mastering User Centric Design with Generative AI: Fractal Analytics
  • Data Science: How to Plan Projects, Research and Reflect: University of Leeds
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to User Experience Principles and Processes: University of Michigan

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