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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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    SkillUp

    Online Marketing: Social Media, Ads & E-commerce Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Online Advertising, Social Media Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Content Creation, Customer Retention, Instagram, Paid media, Customer Relationship Building, E-Commerce, Digital Marketing, TikTok, Keyword Research, Strategic Marketing, Brand Marketing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Inheritance and Data Structures in Java

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Java Programming, Eclipse (Software), Java, Debugging, Integrated Development Environments, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Development Environment, Software Design, Programming Principles, Problem Solving

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Colaboración dinámica

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Team Management, Risk Management, Planning, Leadership, Strategic Communication, Virtual Teams, Communication, Adaptability, Technology Solutions, Problem Solving, Goal Setting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    User Interface Design and Prototyping

    Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Usability Testing, Wireframing, Interaction Design, User Experience Design, Figma (Design Software), Usability, User Interface (UI) Design, Mockups, UI/UX Research, Design Thinking, User Research, Style Guides

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    American Psychological Association

    Psychology of the Self

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Psychology, Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Goal Setting, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Mindfulness, Scientific Methods

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    B2B and Territory Sales Strategies and Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Territory Management, B2B Sales, Regional Sales, Selling Techniques, Sales Management, Consultative Selling, Sales, Sales Strategy, Sales Training, Market Analysis, Sales Process, Market Research, Competitive Intelligence, Customer Relationship Management, Negotiation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Network Monitoring, Exploit development, System Configuration, Digital Forensics, Virtualization

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    University of Leeds

    Decision Making - How to Choose the Right Problem to Solve

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Decision Making, Peer Review, Critical Thinking, Risk Analysis, Brainstorming, Strategic Decision-Making, Persuasive Communication, Estimation, Analysis, Prioritization, Professional Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Exercer son esprit critique à l’ère informationnelle

    Skills you'll gain: Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Scientific Methods, Research, Psychology, digital literacy, Media and Communications, Social Impact

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    76 reviews

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategies, Financial Management, Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Management, Global Marketing, Governance, International Finance, Organizational Structure, Fundraising

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Liderança Fora da Caixa

    Skills you'll gain: Complex Problem Solving, Innovation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Strategic Leadership, Conflict Management, Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, People Management, Business Transformation, Virtual Teams, Critical Thinking, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Telecommuting, Strategic Decision-Making, Team Performance Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Leeds

    An Introduction to Logic for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cryptography, Graph Theory

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

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

  • Online Marketing: Social Media, Ads & E-commerce Certificate: SkillUp
  • Inheritance and Data Structures in Java: University of Pennsylvania
  • Colaboración dinámica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • User Interface Design and Prototyping: Microsoft
  • Psychology of the Self : American Psychological Association
  • B2B and Territory Sales Strategies and Techniques: Coursera
  • Ethical Hacking with Kali Linux: IBM
  • Decision Making - How to Choose the Right Problem to Solve: University of Leeds
  • Exercer son esprit critique à l’ère informationnelle: University of Geneva
  • Escalamiento exitoso e Innovación en los Negocios: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

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