Decision making courses can help you learn analytical thinking, risk assessment, strategic planning, and effective communication techniques. You can build skills in evaluating options, forecasting outcomes, and making data-driven choices. Many courses introduce tools like decision trees, SWOT analysis, and cost-benefit analysis, which assist in structuring your thought process and improving clarity in complex situations.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Accounting, Responsible AI, Data Management, Data Visualization Software, Internal Controls, Classification Algorithms, Internal Auditing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills, Data Preprocessing, Business Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis, Power BI, Machine Learning
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Excel, Data Manipulation, Microsoft Copilot, Data Preprocessing, Data Quality, Data Transformation, Data Integrity, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computational Logic, Model Evaluation, Markov Model, Responsible AI, Machine Learning Algorithms, Decision Intelligence, AI Workflows, Model Optimization, Artificial Intelligence, Agentic systems, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Statistical Machine Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Applied Mathematics
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Databases, Management Information Systems, Cloud Computing, Database Systems, Security Awareness, Cloud Platforms, Database Management, Information Management, Database Design, Information Systems, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Database Administration, Network Infrastructure, Relational Databases, Cloud Storage
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Model Training, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Algorithms, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Amsterdam
Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Data Visualization, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Minitab, Statistical Visualization, Six Sigma Methodology, Regression Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Histogram, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Statistics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Bank Regulations, Due Diligence, Risk Modeling, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Market Liquidity, Risk Management Framework, Financial Regulation, Risk Control, Investments, Risk Management, Financial Modeling, Market Dynamics, Verification And Validation, Asset Management, Model Evaluation, Finance, Derivatives
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, User Feedback, Agile Product Development, Scrum (Software Development), Product Improvement, Sprint Planning, Product Management, Product Requirements, Customer Insights, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Product Development, Agile Software Development, Product Planning, Product Strategy, Project Management, Prioritization, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Inventory and Warehousing, Material Handling, Warehousing, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Logistics Management, Logistics, Inventory Control Systems, Warehouse Operations, Inventory Management System, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain, Information Systems, Vendor Management, Operational Efficiency, Automation, Cost Reduction
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, Markov Model, Statistical Programming, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Performance Testing, Performance Stress Testing, Performance Tuning, Performance Measurement, System Configuration, Network Performance Management, Configuration Management, System Monitoring, Content Management Systems, Site Reliability Engineering, IT Infrastructure, Technical Documentation, Content Creation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Variance Analysis, Budgeting, Cost Control, Cash Management, Operating Budget, Cash Flow Forecasting, Fiscal Management, Cash Flows, Cost Management, Production Planning, Operating Cost, Cost Accounting, Financial Planning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks