Strategic management courses can help you learn competitive analysis, strategic planning, organizational behavior, and performance measurement. You can build skills in resource allocation, risk assessment, and change management to effectively navigate business challenges. Many courses introduce tools like SWOT analysis, balanced scorecards, and PESTEL frameworks, which support decision-making and strategy formulation in real-world business contexts.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Enablement, Strategic Thinking, Business Transformation, Prompt Engineering, Automation, Case Studies, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Large Language Modeling, Business Process Management, Customer Service
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, Document Management, File Management, Collaborative Software, Team Management, Virtual Teams, Calendar Management, Microsoft Excel, Setting Appointments, People Management, Project Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Containerization, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Applications, Generative AI, CI/CD, Cloud Services, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Storage, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Management, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Prompt Engineering, Data Persistence, Scalability, Network Infrastructure, Virtual Machines, Continuous Deployment, Application Deployment
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Seaborn, SQL, Data Visualization, Data Preprocessing, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Regression Analysis, Accounting, Database Management, Analytics, Descriptive Statistics, Relational Databases, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Data Analysis Software, Data Structures
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Public Relations, Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Social Media, Target Audience, Content Performance Analysis, Driving engagement, Branding, Business Ethics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Vulnerability Management, Threat Modeling, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Stakeholder Communications, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Hardening, Network Security, Threat Management, Security Controls, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), TCP/IP, Cybersecurity, Linux, Debugging, SQL
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Project Management, Risk Management, Plan Execution, Project Planning, Requirements Analysis, Project Coordination, Stakeholder Communications, Communication Strategies, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Requirements Analysis, Test Engineering, Systems Thinking, Systems Architecture, Test Planning, Systems Analysis, Functional Requirement, Risk Management Framework, System Testing, System Requirements, Verification And Validation
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Modeling, Verification And Validation, Financial Modeling, Business Modeling, Spreadsheet Software, Technical Documentation, Product Testing, Data Validation, Data Integrity, Data Management, Organizational Skills
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Sustainable Development, Business Planning, Data Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Spreadsheet Software, Contract Management, Waste Minimization, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Sustainability Standards, Policy Development, Annual Reports, Interactive Learning, Sustainable Business, Goal Setting, Corporate Sustainability, Business Writing, Project Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Depreciation, Property Accounting, Tax Laws, Income Tax, Tax Planning, Corporate Tax, Fixed Asset, Tax Compliance, Real Estate Transactions, Capital Expenditure, Asset Management, Expense Management
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Workforce Development, Strategic Leadership, Operational Efficiency, Technology Strategies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks