Competitive strategy courses can help you learn market positioning, competitive analysis, value proposition development, and strategic planning. You can build skills in identifying industry trends, assessing competitor strengths and weaknesses, and crafting effective business strategies. Many courses introduce tools like SWOT analysis, Porter’s Five Forces, and business model canvases, that support evaluating market dynamics and shaping strategic decisions.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Data Literacy, Responsible AI, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Technology Strategies, Business Strategy, Machine Learning, AI Integrations, Unstructured Data, Predictive Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, AI Security, Generative AI, LLM Application, Policy Development, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Human Resource Policies, Regulatory Compliance, Labor Relations, Automation, Data Security, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Workforce Management, AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Intelligence
★ 4.8 (24) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Agile Product Development, Project Management Life Cycle, Kanban Principles, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Sprint Planning, Project Management, Backlogs, Performance Metric, Project Planning, Project Performance, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process
★ 4.9 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Vulnerability Management, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Threat Management, Security Management, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Awareness, Cyber Operations, Cyber Security Policies, Risk Management Framework, Incident Response, Human Factors (Security)
★ 4.7 (140) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, International Relations, World History, Diplomacy, Social Sciences, Public Safety and National Security, European History, Environmental Issue, Socioeconomics, Conflict Management, Climate Change Programs, Governance, Crisis Intervention, Economic Development, Trend Analysis, Security Strategy
★ 4.8 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Visualization Software, Project Management, Data Analysis, Compensation and Benefits, Business Analytics, Analytics, Google Sheets, Project Design, Timelines, Data Cleansing, Data Integrity, Data Preprocessing, Agile Methodology, Employee Surveys
★ 4.4 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Adobe Illustrator, Typography, Graphic Design, Animations, Adobe After Effects, Graphic and Visual Design, Motion Graphics, Design Software, Design, Branding, Brand Strategy, Creative Design, Adobe Creative Cloud, Brand Awareness, Intellectual Property, Knowledge of Apple Hardware, Adobe Photoshop, Strategic Thinking, Legal Risk
★ 4.5 (15) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Conflict Management, Strategic Communication, Cultural Responsiveness, Communication Strategies, Rapport Building, Project Management, Cultural Diversity, Business Communication, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Intercultural Competence, Communication, Relationship Building, Influencing, Agile Project Management, Program Management, Cultural Sensitivity
★ 4.5 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Customer experience improvement, Customer experience strategy (CX), Service Design, Design Thinking, Change Management, Organizational Change, Service Improvement, Culture Transformation, Process Mapping, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Journey Mapping, Customer Service, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Guest Relations, Customer Analysis, Hotel And Restaurant Management, Hospitality and Food Services, Sustainable Business, Collaboration
★ 4.4 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Sales Strategy, Sales, Overcoming Objections, Closing (Sales), Sales Process, Customer Engagement, General Sales Practices, Solution Selling, Consultative Approaches, Customer Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Relationship Building, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Price Negotiation, Rapport Building
★ 4.8 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Business Intelligence, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Trend Analysis, Sales Presentations, Sales, Business Analytics, Sales Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Analysis, LLM Application
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Risk Appetite, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Strategic Leadership, Operational Analysis, Business Marketing, Leadership and Management
★ 4.1 (16) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks