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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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    Packt

    Digital and Marketing Asset Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Assets, Asset Management, Metadata Management, Content Management, Workflow Management, Data Management, Information Management, Digital Content, Data Architecture, Information Architecture, Solution Delivery, Brand Management, Enterprise Architecture, Business Systems Analysis, Cloud Computing, Benchmarking, Vendor Management, Scalability, Hybrid Cloud Computing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yonsei University

    Emerging Technologies: From Smartphones to IoT to Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Augmented Reality, Cloud Computing Architecture, Big Data, Wireless Networks, SPSS (Software), SPSS, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Cloud Computing, Internet Of Things, Live Streaming, Cloud Platforms, Analytics, Real Time Data, Telecommunications, Multimedia, Emerging Technologies, Mobile Development, Apple iOS, Display Devices

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Michigan State University

    How to Start Your Own Business

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Intellectual Property, Value Propositions, Business Planning, Design Thinking, Ideation, Innovation, Income Statement, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Product Development, Balance Sheet, Marketing Planning, Market Opportunities, Verification And Validation, Creative Thinking, Lean Methodologies, Financial Modeling, Creativity, Leadership

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Active Listening, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Diplomacy, Relationship Building, Labor Relations, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Partnership, Case Studies, Non-Verbal Communication, Leadership, Analysis, Planning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Machine Design Part I

    Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Mechanical Design, Structural Analysis, Materials science, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Mechanics, Biomedical Engineering, Problem Solving

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Occupational Health, Environmental Regulations, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Public Health, Health Equity, Environment, Environmental Laws, Environmental Policy, Health Systems, Sustainable Development, Health Disparities, Systems Thinking, Environment Health And Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Social Determinants Of Health, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Science, Epidemiology

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to FPGA Design for Embedded Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Electronic Systems, Embedded Systems, Electronics Engineering, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Microarchitecture, Programmable Logic Controllers, System Design and Implementation, Hardware Architecture, Schematic Diagrams, Verification And Validation, Design Software, Simulation and Simulation Software, Prototyping, Digital Design

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Security & Safety Challenges in a Globalized World

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Safety and Security, Threat Management, Case Studies, Public Safety and National Security, Cybersecurity, Incident Management, International Relations, Policy Analysis, Systems Thinking, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Negotiating with Impact Investors

    Skills you'll gain: Due Diligence, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Partnership, Negotiation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Value Propositions, Fundraising, Relationship Building, Entrepreneurship, Storytelling, Investments, Investment Management, Entrepreneurial Finance, Capital Markets, Financial Market, Finance, International Finance, Financial Management, Business Strategy, Business Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Programming Principles, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Structures, Computer Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Problem Solving, Automation, Algorithms, Scripting Languages, Debugging, Data Management, Data Cleansing

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

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    University of Cape Town

    Climate Change Mitigation in Developing Countries

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Economic Development, Environmental Policy, Policy Development, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Research, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    593 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Copenhagen

    Transformation of the Global Food System

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Waste Minimization, Supply Chain, Systems Thinking, Climate Change Mitigation, Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Innovation, Nutrition and Diet, Public Policies, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Digital and Marketing Asset Management Essentials: Packt
  • Emerging Technologies: From Smartphones to IoT to Big Data: Yonsei University
  • How to Start Your Own Business: Michigan State University
  • Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Resolution: ESSEC Business School
  • Machine Design Part I: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Impacts of the Environment on Global Public Health: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to FPGA Design for Embedded Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Security & Safety Challenges in a Globalized World: Universiteit Leiden
  • Negotiating with Impact Investors: Duke University
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder

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