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.

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Learning Strategies, Instructional Design, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Learning Management Systems, Web Content, Digital pedagogy, Education Software and Technology, Diversity Awareness, User Centered Design, Creative Thinking, Content Management, Cultural Responsiveness
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Unified Modeling Language, Systems Engineering, Software Systems, Systems Design, Systems Architecture, Systems Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, System Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Verification And Validation, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Graph Theory, Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Computer Programming, Data Storage, Application Development, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Software Design, Database Systems, Performance Tuning, File Systems
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Organizational Change, AI Product Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Business Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Business Transformation, Change Management, Content Strategy, Corporate Communications, Digital Media Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Communication
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Policy Analysis, Critical Thinking, Storytelling, Creative Thinking, Sociology, Innovation, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Community Development, Research, Cultural Diversity, Sustainable Systems, Transportation Operations, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Case Studies, Human Centered Design, Diversity Awareness
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Branding, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Channel, Business Ethics, Market Research, Value Propositions, Consumer Behaviour, Corporate Sustainability, Innovation
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Applied Behavior Analysis, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Deep Teaching Solutions
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Cultural Diversity, Responsible AI, Media and Communications, Critical Thinking, Innovation, digital literacy, Social Justice, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Instagram, Social Media Content, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Storytelling, Value Propositions, Cognitive flexibility, Concision, Creativity, Case Studies, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, English Language, Social Skills, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Public Speaking, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Vocabulary
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Promotional Strategies, Business Modeling, Organizational Structure, Entrepreneurship, Content Creation, New Business Development, Target Audience, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Consumer Behaviour, Business Economics, Market Opportunities, Intellectual Property, Fundraising
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months