Planning courses can help you learn project scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and strategic goal setting. You can build skills in creating timelines, managing budgets, and assessing project feasibility. Many courses introduce tools like Gantt charts, Kanban boards, and project management software, which help you visualize progress and streamline workflows. You'll also explore methods for effective communication and collaboration, ensuring that all team members are aligned and informed throughout the planning process.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Statistics, Market Dynamics, Business Planning, Sampling (Statistics), Financial Systems, Banking Services, Bank Regulations, Statistical Inference, Financial Policy, Banking, International Finance, Business Analytics, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Economics, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Hypothesis Testing
★ 4.8 (4.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Media Planning, Spreadsheet Software, A/B Testing, Return On Investment, Content Performance Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Media Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Google Analytics, Campaign Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Media Buying, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Planning, Data-Driven Marketing, Performance Measurement, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Data Presentation, Paid media
★ 4.6 (2.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Planning, Communication Strategies, Media Strategy, Strategic Planning, Media Planning, Stakeholder Communications, Media and Communications, Project Planning, Network Planning And Design, Communication Systems, Program Evaluation, Communication, Integrated Marketing Communications, Systems Development, Analysis, Influencing, Systems Design, Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Project Schedules, Resource Allocation, Resource Planning, Resource Management, Project Management Software, Resource Utilization, Scheduling, Project Performance, Calendar Management, Project Coordination, Project Controls, Project Management, Microsoft 365, Timelines, Management Reporting, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Workflow Management, Work Breakdown Structure
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Cloud Computing, Linux, Linux Commands, Linux Administration, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Security, Operating Systems, Windows Servers, Microsoft Windows, File Systems, Systems Administration, Mac OS, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Machines, Firewall, Virtualization, Knowledge of Apple Software, File Management, User Accounts
★ 4.6 (5.7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Business Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Strategy, Market Analysis, Business Analysis Tools, Business Economics, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics
★ 4.8 (3.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Marketing Budgets, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Strategic Marketing, Market Research, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Performance Measurement, Budgeting, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Business Ethics, Marketing Communications, Analysis, Decision Making
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Story, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Change Control, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Stakeholder Engagement, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Project Management Life Cycle, Backlogs, Change Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Stakeholder Communications, Organizational Change, Responsible AI, Program Implementation, Project Management, Leadership
★ 4.8 (2.9K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Team Motivation, Motivational Skills, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Goal Setting, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership, People Development, Personal Development, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Gap Analysis, Prioritization
★ 4.7 (244) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Story, Information Architecture, UI/UX Research, User Research, Persona (User Experience), User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Design Thinking, Agile Software Development, UI/UX Strategy, Scrum (Software Development), User Centered Design, Design Research, Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI), Figma (Design Software), Wireframing, User Experience, Adobe XD, Responsible AI, Prototyping
★ 4.8 (3K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Meta
Skills you'll gain: Version Control, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Unix Commands, Command-Line Interface, Unix Shell, Linux, Software Versioning, Unix, Linux Commands, Collaborative Software, Software Development, File Management, Web Development
★ 4.6 (3.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Business Management, Business Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Decision Making, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, People Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership, Culture Transformation, Systems Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Business Modeling, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Market Analysis, Influencing, Value Propositions, Growth Strategies, Culture
★ 4.7 (4.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months