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Decision Making Courses

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.


Popular Decision Making Courses and Certifications


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    University of Pennsylvania

    Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Structure, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making, Social Network Analysis, Proactivity, Self-Awareness

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    University at Buffalo

    Digital Thread: Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Product Design, Manufacturing and Production, Digital Transformation, Industrial Engineering, Design Software, Systems Analysis, Computer-Aided Design, IT Infrastructure, Technology Roadmaps, Process Analysis, Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Business Technologies

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Analytics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Peer Review, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Data Analysis, Marketing, Performance Measurement, Operations, Strategic Decision-Making, Analysis, Business Strategies, Digital Advertising, Presentations, Problem Management, Advertising

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    EDHEC Business School

    Global Financing Solutions (by EDHEC and Société Générale)

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets, Project Finance, Financial Market, Investment Banking, Corporate Finance, Loans, Asset Management, Sustainable Development, Derivatives

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    IBM

    Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Computing Architecture, Artificial Intelligence, Data Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Computer Programming

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Excel Macros, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Pivot Tables And Charts, Accounting Systems, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Regression Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Architecture

    Build toward a degree

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Applied Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Python Programming

    Build toward a degree

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    Vanderbilt University

    From Data to Decisions: Getting Started with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Analysis, Decision Making

    4.1
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Corporate Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Communications, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Structure

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    University of Geneva

    Operational Research for Humanitarians

    Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Health Policy, Research, Qualitative Research, Surveys, Community Outreach, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Investigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Collection, Accountability, Case Studies, Decision Making, Adaptability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Institute for the Future

    Forecasting Skills: See the Future Before it Happens

    Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Visionary, Proactivity, Strategic Thinking, Trend Analysis, Market Trend, Storytelling, Creative Thinking, Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Innovation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Quality Management, Team Management, Team Building, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Process, Production Process, Root Cause Analysis, Decision Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular decision making courses

  • Influence: University of Pennsylvania
  • Digital Thread: Implementation: University at Buffalo
  • Business Analytics Capstone: University of Pennsylvania
  • Global Financing Solutions (by EDHEC and Société Générale): EDHEC Business School
  • Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases : IBM
  • Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Applied Business Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • From Data to Decisions: Getting Started with AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Corporate Governance: Coursera
  • Operational Research for Humanitarians: University of Geneva

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