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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Disaster Recovery, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Epidemiology

    ★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic

    ★ 4.4 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The State University of New York

    Strategic Career Self-Management

    Skills you'll gain: Job Analysis, Adaptability, Professional Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Branding, Gap Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Self-Awareness, Dashboard, Portfolio Management, Goal Setting

    ★ 4.5 (304) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Essentials of Entrepreneurship: Thinking & Action

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Feasibility Studies, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Process Management, Innovation, New Business Development, Business Strategies, Ideation, Business Strategy, Business Operations, Marketing

    ★ 4.6 (3.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Copenhagen Business School

    Strategic Management - Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Plan Execution, Peer Review, Strategic Planning, Innovation, Organizational Strategy, Business Planning, Project Implementation, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Corporate Strategy, Constructive Feedback, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making

    ★ 4.7 (385) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    Strategic Public Relations Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Public Relations, Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Marketing and Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Media Relations, Persuasive Communication, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Performance Analysis, Media and Communications, Marketing Budgets, Persona Development, Campaign Management, Marketing Communications, Social Media, AI Enablement, Teamwork

    ★ 4.9 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Platform Thinking: what’s beyond Uber?

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Systems Thinking, Digital Transformation, Case Studies, Business Modeling, Business Transformation, Shared Media, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Social Impact, Market Opportunities, Market Dynamics

    ★ 4.8 (75) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Strategic Issue Identification & Environmental Assessment

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Conflict Management, Discussion Facilitation, Organizational Strategy, Analysis, Strategic Leadership, Environmental Monitoring, Stakeholder Analysis, Public Policies, Leadership Development, Public Administration

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Strategic Management & Business Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Business Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Plan Execution, Corporate Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Visualization, Consulting, Stakeholder Communications, Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Analysis, Performance Metric

    ★ 4.6 (14) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Strategic Planning and Project Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Marketing Planning, Timelines, Campaign Planning, Marketing Operations, Business Planning, Marketing Strategies, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Brand Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Email Marketing, Performance Measurement, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, AI Enablement, Search Engine Optimization, Generative AI

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Platform Thinking: designing a Platform

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Innovation, Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Thinking, Computing Platforms, New Business Development, Business Strategies, Business Modeling, Growth Strategies, Business Transformation, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Case Studies

    ★ 4.7 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Leadership and Management Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Organizational Strategy, People Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Planning, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Leadership, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Organizational Development, Business Priorities, Operational Analysis, Process Optimization

    ★ 4.7 (390) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Problem Solving Using Computational Thinking: University of Michigan
  • Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science: University of California San Diego
  • Strategic Career Self-Management: The State University of New York
  • Essentials of Entrepreneurship: Thinking & Action: University of California, Irvine
  • Strategic Management - Capstone Project: Copenhagen Business School
  • Strategic Public Relations Planning: Starweaver
  • Platform Thinking: what’s beyond Uber?: Politecnico di Milano
  • Strategic Issue Identification & Environmental Assessment: John Wiley & Sons
  • Strategic Management & Business Policy: EDUCBA
  • Strategic Planning and Project Delivery: Coursera

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