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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


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    The University of Edinburgh

    AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Data Storage Technologies, Emerging Technologies, Technical Communication, Physical Science, Computational Thinking, Image Analysis, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, General Science and Research, Data Analysis Software

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    University of Michigan

    Beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Addressing Sustainability and Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Innovation, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Standards, Environment, Socioeconomics, Social Justice, Climate Change Adaptation, Economic Development, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies

    Build toward a degree

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    University of Amsterdam

    Reclaiming the Street for Livable Urban Spaces

    Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Systems Thinking, Advocacy, Transportation Operations, Change Management, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, Case Studies, Experimentation

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    Coursera

    Accomplishment STAR Techniques for Job Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Storytelling, Problem Solving, Professional Development, Initiative and Leadership, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Teamwork, Job Analysis, Communication, Business Writing

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Usos didácticos del cine: Introducción al análisis

    Skills you'll gain: Developing Training Materials, Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Teaching, Student Engagement, Video Production, Storytelling, Aesthetics, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking

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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Environmental Management & Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Environmental Laws, Environment, Environmental Policy, Environmental Management Systems, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Systems Thinking, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Case Studies

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    AI-Powered Business Analysis: Excel, KPIs & GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Prompt Engineering, Data Storytelling, Performance Measurement, Regression Analysis, Business Metrics, Continuous Improvement Process, Performance Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Performance Improvement, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Business Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Business Intelligence

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    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Revising

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Writing, Proofreading, Literacy, Critical Thinking, Detail Oriented, Collaboration, Time Management, Creativity

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    University of London

    Mathematics for Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Computer Graphics, Computational Thinking, General Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Algebra, Cryptography

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Managerial Accounting: Tools for Facilitating and Guiding Business Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Performance Measurement, Cost Accounting, Variance Analysis, Budgeting, Accounting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Organizational Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Analysis, Organizational Structure, Decision Making

    Build toward a degree

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    Amazon Web Services

    Fundamentals of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning

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    University of Michigan

    AI Basics and Tools for Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Creativity, Prompt Engineering, Design Software, Responsible AI, Innovation, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • AstroTech: The Science and Technology behind Astronomical Discovery: The University of Edinburgh
  • Beyond the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): Addressing Sustainability and Development: University of Michigan
  • Reclaiming the Street for Livable Urban Spaces: University of Amsterdam
  • Accomplishment STAR Techniques for Job Interviews: Coursera
  • Usos didácticos del cine: Introducción al análisis: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Environmental Management & Ethics: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • AI-Powered Business Analysis: Excel, KPIs & GenAI: Coursera
  • Writing and Editing: Revising: University of Michigan
  • Mathematics for Computer Science: University of London
  • Managerial Accounting: Tools for Facilitating and Guiding Business Decisions: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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