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      Princeton University

      Global Systemic Risk

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Network Analysis, Systems Thinking, Systems Analysis, International Relations, Governance, World History, Risk Management, Financial Systems, Economics, Socioeconomics, Complex Problem Solving, Supply Chain

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      AI for Design and Optimization

      Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Design Strategies, Machine Learning, Design Thinking, Technical Design, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Algorithms

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      37 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian Institute for Human Settlements

      Shaping Urban Futures

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Innovation, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Geographic Information Systems, Policy Analysis, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Research, Big Data, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Business Analysis Excel Tools and CCBA Training

      Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Requirements Management, Business Analysis, Cost Estimation, Project Planning, Project Management Office (PMO), Descriptive Statistics, Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Earned Value Management, Business Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization, Quality Management, Business Requirements, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Analysis, Business Process, Data Validation

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Prospectiva jurídica

      Skills you'll gain: Policy Development, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Research Methodologies, Trend Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      41 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Imperial College London

      Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Ideation, Creativity, Creative Problem-Solving, Cognitive flexibility, Problem Solving, Design Thinking, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      57 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      How to Validate your Startup Idea

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Financial Modeling, Value Propositions, Financial Statements, Business Planning, Business Modeling, New Business Development, Presentations, Lean Methodologies, Strategic Partnership, Persona Development, Investment Management, Customer Analysis

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EIT Digital

      Marketing Strategy for Entrepreneurs

      Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Customer Analysis, Sales Process, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Business Marketing, Cold Calling, Marketing Strategies, Sales, Strategic Marketing, Market Analysis, Sales Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Target Market, Market Opportunities, Growth Strategies, Market Research, Consumer Behaviour, Digital Marketing, Advertising

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      155 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      How Diffusion Models Work

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      268 reviews

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      Rice University

      Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Organizational Change, Cultural Diversity, Behavior Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Disabilities

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Technologies and platforms for Artificial Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Cloud Platforms, Deep Learning, Computing Platforms, Hardware Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Cloud Computing, Internet Of Things, Embedded Systems, Distributed Computing, Data Centers

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Project Management Principles

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Agile Project Management, Team Management, Project Management, Risk Management, Project Design, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Leadership, Quality Management, Problem Solving

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Global Systemic Risk : Princeton University
    • AI for Design and Optimization: University of Michigan
    • Shaping Urban Futures: Indian Institute for Human Settlements
    • Business Analysis Excel Tools and CCBA Training: Simplilearn
    • Prospectiva jurídica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Systematic Creative Thinking: Tools for Success: Imperial College London
    • How to Validate your Startup Idea: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
    • Marketing Strategy for Entrepreneurs: EIT Digital
    • How Diffusion Models Work: DeepLearning.AI
    • Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I: Rice University

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