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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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    Duke University

    Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Dashboard, Predictive Analytics, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Tableau Software, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Analytics, Data Visualization, Business Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication, Microsoft Excel

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    University of California San Diego

    Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computational Thinking, Biology, Data Structures

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    Yale University

    Moral Foundations of Politics

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, European History, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Socioeconomics, Economics

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    EDUCBA

    Python Fundamentals: Apply Data Structures

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Python Programming, Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Data Processing, Data Dictionary, Computer Programming

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Software Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Anthropic Claude, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Personalization, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Engineering, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Automation, Software Architecture, Software Testing, Software Design

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Customer Support

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Standard Operating Procedure, Customer Support, Product Support, AI Product Strategy, AI Personalization, Customer Analysis, Personalized Service, LLM Application, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Customer experience improvement, Data Ethics, Customer Insights, Deep Learning, Automation, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM AI Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Apache Spark, Large Language Modeling, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Unsupervised Learning, Generative AI, PySpark, Computer Vision, Keras (Neural Network Library), Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Regression Analysis, LLM Application, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Jupyter, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Data Science

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Retail Strategy: Analyze, Design & Evaluate

    Skills you'll gain: Retail Store Operations, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Market Analysis, Organizational Structure, Case Studies, Business Strategies, Strategic Planning, Sustainable Business, Market Share, Customer Analysis, Organizational Development, Talent Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Intellectual Property, Financial Analysis

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    Yale University

    Warrior-Scholar: The Veteran’s College Success Kit

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    IPO Process: Analyze, Evaluate & Launch

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Markets, Investment Banking, Financial Market, Business Valuation, Underwriting, Market Dynamics, Price Negotiation, Due Diligence, Financial Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Finance, Financial Regulation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Business Growth Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Innovation, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Market Dynamics, Competitive Analysis, Market Opportunities, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Valuation, Risk Management

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Capstone: Applying Project Management in the Real World

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Analysis, Milestones (Project Management), Stakeholder Management, Performance Reporting, Project Management, Negotiation, Quality Management, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Documentation, Project Planning, Interviewing Skills, Communication Strategies, Problem Solving

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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

  • Excel to MySQL: Analytic Techniques for Business: Duke University
  • Biology Meets Programming: Bioinformatics for Beginners: University of California San Diego
  • Moral Foundations of Politics : Yale University
  • Python Fundamentals: Apply Data Structures: EDUCBA
  • Generative AI Software Engineering: Vanderbilt University
  • Generative AI for Customer Support: IBM
  • IBM AI Engineering: IBM
  • Retail Strategy: Analyze, Design & Evaluate: EDUCBA
  • Warrior-Scholar: The Veteran’s College Success Kit: Yale University
  • IPO Process: Analyze, Evaluate & Launch: EDUCBA

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