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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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    Xbox

    Market Research and Competitive Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Target Market, Market Opportunities, User Research, Product Strategy, Customer Insights, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Innovation, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arm

    Getting Started with Machine Learning at the Edge on Arm

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Tensorflow, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Convolutional Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning, Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Performance Tuning

    4.2
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Sourcing Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Supplier Performance Management, Supply Management, Supply Chain Management, Benchmarking, Competitive Analysis, Business Analytics, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Financial Analysis

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

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    Northeastern University

    Information Systems Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Application Design, Web Applications, Software Development Life Cycle, Case Studies, Data Modeling, Systems Development, Software Development, Business Architecture, Business Risk Management, Python Programming, User Centered Design, Software Design, Application Development, Computer Programming, Development Environment

    2.6
    Rating, 2.6 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    AI for Lawyers: Learning and Leading

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Legal Technology, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Lifelong Learning, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Adaptability, Creativity, Decision Making, Generative AI

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Liderança Estratégica

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Ethics, People Development, Organizational Change, Business Strategy, Innovation, Change Management, Culture, Decision Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Introduction to Academic Research

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Research, Research Methodologies, Personal Development, Research Design, Research and Design, Curiosity, Science and Research, Problem Solving, Persistence, Persuasive Communication, Time Management, Student Engagement, Goal Setting, Journals, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Safety and Security

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Resilience Engineering and Leadership in Crisis

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Communications, Disaster Recovery, Leadership, Threat Management, Climate Change Adaptation, Resilience, Change Management, Threat Detection, Infrastructure Security, Business Continuity, Organizational Change, Engineering Management, Emergency Response, Contingency Planning, Business Ethics, Communication, Risk Analysis, Sustainable Development

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Healthcare Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Business Valuation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Modeling, Finance, Pharmaceuticals, Investment Banking, Negotiation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Corporate Finance, Health Care, Cash Flows

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Generative AI in Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Ethics, Responsible AI, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Clinical Documentation, Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, Health Technology, Precision Medicine, Medical Imaging, Natural Language Processing, Decision Support Systems

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Nursing Informatics Leadership Theory and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Leadership, Nursing Management, Leadership, Nursing Administration, Initiative and Leadership, Nursing, Health Informatics, Innovation, Conflict Management, Systems Thinking, Self-Awareness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Alexander Technique: Balanced Posture for Ease and Comfort

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Kinesiology, Stress Management, Physical Therapy, Respiration, Self-Awareness, Pain Management, Coordination, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Physiology

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Market Research and Competitive Analysis: Xbox
  • Getting Started with Machine Learning at the Edge on Arm: Arm
  • Sourcing Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Information Systems Foundations: Northeastern University
  • AI for Lawyers: Learning and Leading: University of Michigan
  • Liderança Estratégica: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Introduction to Academic Research: University of California, Davis
  • Resilience Engineering and Leadership in Crisis: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Healthcare Finance: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Generative AI in Healthcare : Coursera

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