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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.


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Popular Strategic Thinking Courses and Certifications


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    Pontificia Universidad CatĂłlica del PerĂş

    Fundamentos de analĂ­tica de datos educativos

    Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Analytics, Looker (Software), Data Analysis, Responsible AI, Data Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Information Privacy, Strategic Decision-Making, Informed Consent

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Release Management, Application Deployment, Test Planning, CI/CD, Software Quality Assurance, Performance Testing, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Testing, Maintainability, Risk Management, Test Driven Development (TDD), Data Validation, Behavior-Driven Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Systems Analysis, Systems Thinking, Business Process Automation, Data Modeling, Process Flow Diagrams, Digital Transformation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Coaching Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Employee Coaching, Constructive Feedback, Motivational Skills, People Development, Team Performance Management, Empowerment, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Growth Mindedness, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    28DIGITAL

    Approximation Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Operations Research, Linear Algebra

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Persuasive Communication, Project Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Influencing, Risk Management, Stakeholder Communications, Professional Development, Program Management, Leadership, Communication, Project Management, Emotional Intelligence, Public Speaking, Team Management, Presentations, Team Building, Strategic Communication, Virtual Teams

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Be Your Best Creative Self

    Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Interpersonal Communications, Creativity, Personal Development, Professional Development, Creative Thinking, Branding, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback, Reliability, Productivity, Communication, Graphic Design, Adaptability

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

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    GestĂŁo de Recursos Humanos

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Human Capital, Team Management, Diversity Programs, Fundraising, Compensation and Benefits, Business Transformation, Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Employee Retention, Benefits Administration, Workforce Development, Talent Management, People Management, Business Leadership, People Development, Strategic Leadership, Employee Performance Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Codio

    Java Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Documentation, Java Programming, Java, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Computer Science

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    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Generative AI for Sales

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Sales Strategy, Sales Pipelines, AI Personalization, Sales Operations, Responsible AI, Lead Generation, Sales Development, Generative AI Agents, Competitive Analysis, Sales Management, Marketing Automation, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Account Management, Business Process Automation, Business Intelligence, Workflow Management, Market Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de Palermo

    CĂłmo ser un gran lĂ­der

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Time Management, Productivity, Leadership, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Change Management, Teamwork, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Communication, Crisis Management, Relationship Building, Delegation Skills, Creativity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    實驗經濟學 (Experimental Economics: Behavioral Game Theory)

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Price Negotiation, Behavioral Economics, Experimentation, Social Sciences, Negotiation, Economics, Science and Research, Research Design, Decision Making, Market Dynamics, Peer Review, Strategic Decision-Making

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Introduction to Enterprise Growth and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: User Centered Design, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Target Market, Growth Strategies, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, New Product Development, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Customer Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Health Technology, Business Modeling, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Fundamentos de analĂ­tica de datos educativos: Pontificia Universidad CatĂłlica del PerĂş
  • Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies : IBM
  • Coaching Skills: Packt
  • Approximation Algorithms: 28DIGITAL
  • Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Be Your Best Creative Self: University of Colorado Boulder
  • GestĂŁo de Recursos Humanos: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Java Object Basics: Functions, Recursion, and Objects: Codio
  • Generative AI for Sales: Coursera
  • CĂłmo ser un gran lĂ­der: Universidad de Palermo

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