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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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    Rice University

    Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Human Resource Policies, Business Ethics, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Mitigation, Business Process Modeling, Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Analysis, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Risk Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Scope Management, Business Requirements, Presentations, Requirements Elicitation, Business Analysis, Looker (Software), Requirements Analysis, Project Management, Process Optimization, Data Analysis Software

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    India-US Relations: Geopolitics, Culture, and Business

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Immigration Law, International Relations, Strategic Partnership, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Higher Education, Social Sciences, World History, Public Safety and National Security, Business

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Deep Learning with PyTorch : Object Localization

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning

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    University of Colorado System

    Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Development, Education and Training, Workplace inclusivity, Advocacy, School Counseling, Student Support and Services, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Lifelong Learning, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Justice, Community Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Intro to Managing Ethics in the Workplace & Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Healthcare Ethics, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Health Care Administration, Patient Safety, Decision Making, Risk Management, Critical Thinking, Conflict Management, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arm

    Introduction to AI

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Science, Deep Learning, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Responsible AI, Convolutional Neural Networks, Data Science, Classification Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    California Institute of the Arts

    The Art of Filmmaking: Composition and Moving Image

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Cinematography, Videography, Video Production, Storyboarding, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Editing, Design Elements And Principles, Storytelling, Creativity

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

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    Duke University

    Open Design

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Open Mindset, User Experience Design, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Social Impact, Creativity

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Best Practices in Planning DE&I Interventions

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Retention, Diversity and Inclusion, Human Resources, Workplace inclusivity, Recruitment Strategies, Business Planning, Workforce Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Training Programs, Talent Acquisition, Organizational Change

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Organizational Concepts and Language

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Accounting, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Communication, Business Communication, Marketing, Financial Accounting, Marketing Strategies, Innovation, Product Lifecycle Management

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

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    Yonsei University

    Disaster Risk Management and Korean Policies

    Skills you'll gain: Disaster Recovery, Mitigation, Risk Management Framework, Emergency Response, Geospatial Information and Technology, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Public Policies, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking, Case Studies, World History

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

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

  • Key Concepts in Organizational DE&I: Rice University
  • Capstone Project: Applying Business Analysis Skills : IBM
  • India-US Relations: Geopolitics, Culture, and Business: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Deep Learning with PyTorch : Object Localization: Coursera
  • Queering the Schoolhouse: LGBTQ+ Inclusion for Educators: University of Colorado System
  • Intro to Managing Ethics in the Workplace & Marketplace: Northeastern University
  • Introduction to AI: Arm
  • The Art of Filmmaking: Composition and Moving Image : California Institute of the Arts
  • Open Design: Duke University
  • Best Practices in Planning DE&I Interventions: Rice University

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