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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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    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Software Development Life Cycle, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Build Tools, CI/CD, Object Oriented Design, Software Development Methodologies, Jenkins, Continuous Integration, Agile Methodology, Software Development Tools, Version Control, Software Design Patterns, Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Computational Thinking, Cloud Development, Continuous Delivery, Programming Principles

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Sourcing Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing, Forecasting, Supply Chain Planning, Materials Management, Procurement, Supplier Management, Inventory Management System, Cash Management, Business Process Reengineering, Payment Processing, Product Quality (QA/QC)

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Be a Leader, Develop a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Leadership Development, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Influencing, Strategic Leadership, People Development, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Visionary, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Goal Setting, Relationship Building

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University at Buffalo

    Data-Driven Process Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Data Collection, Process Improvement, Business Process, Process Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Measurement, Data Validation, Business Process Modeling, Business Analytics, Operational Performance Management, Gap Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Internet Of Things, Data Integrity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Washington

    Essential Marketing Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Psychology, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing, Market Research, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Target Audience, Proposal Development, Marketing Channel, Business-To-Consumer, Cross-Channel Marketing, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Advancing Women in Tech

    AI Fundamentals with Claude

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Liderazgo y gestión de empresas familiares

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Business Leadership, Business Management, Leadership and Management, Strategic Leadership, Resource Management, Business, Organizational Development, Succession Planning, Corporate Strategy, Business Continuity, Business Strategies, Business Valuation, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Systems Thinking

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI Fundamentals in Financial Services

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Services, Artificial Intelligence, FinTech, Responsible AI, Financial Regulation, Banking, Fraud detection, Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Case Studies, Supervised Learning, AI Personalization, Unsupervised Learning, Technology Strategies, Deep Learning, Business Strategies, Natural Language Processing, Credit Risk, Algorithms, Data Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Goodwill Industries International

    Client Intake, Assessments, Skill Analysis and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Accountability, Recruitment, Client Services, Needs Assessment, Gap Analysis, Goal Setting, Consultative Approaches, Coaching, Action Oriented, Community Outreach, Rapport Building, Case Management, Critical Thinking, Overcoming Obstacles, Relationship Building, Strategic Partnership

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    PMP Formulas

    Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Project Schedules, Procurement, Financial Analysis, Project Performance, Cost Management, Project Estimation, Microsoft Excel, Investment Management, Return On Investment, Variance Analysis, Forecasting

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Simulation Models for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Complex Problem Solving, Business Process Modeling, Business Modeling, Risk Modeling, Financial Modeling, Data Modeling, Statistical Analysis

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

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    LearnKartS

    Project Management Knowledge Areas

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Risk Management, Scope Management, Project Schedules, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Requirements Management, Cost Estimation, Resource Management, Risk Management, Project Planning, Communication Planning, Risk Mitigation, Quality Management, Project Estimation, Stakeholder Management, Scheduling, Stakeholder Communications, Project Documentation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Application Development: LearnQuest
  • Sourcing Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Be a Leader, Develop a Leader: Case Western Reserve University
  • Data-Driven Process Improvement: University at Buffalo
  • Essential Marketing Frameworks: University of Washington
  • AI Fundamentals with Claude: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Liderazgo y gestión de empresas familiares: Universidad de los Andes
  • AI Fundamentals in Financial Services: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Client Intake, Assessments, Skill Analysis and Planning: Goodwill Industries International
  • PMP Formulas: Microsoft

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