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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 State University of New York

    Basic Information Literacy

    Skills you'll gain: digital literacy, Brainstorming, Planning, Data Ethics, Information Management, Research, Critical Thinking, Investigation, Literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    179 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Test Automation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Python Programming, Program Development, Algorithms, Test Case, Software Testing, Debugging, Computational Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    730 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Computational Social Science Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Network Analysis, Social Studies, Data Science, Machine Learning, Computational Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Simulations, Big Data, Digital Transformation, Predictive Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    352 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Accounting for Business Decision Making: Strategy Assessment and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Performance Measurement, Capacity Management, Cost Accounting, Organizational Strategy, Performance Analysis, Operational Analysis, Financial Accounting, Budget Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Accounting, Financial Controls, Business Strategy, Price Negotiation, Resource Allocation

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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    117 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IE Business School

    Branding and Customer Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer experience improvement, Branding, Brand Management, Behavioral Economics, Brand Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Insights, User Experience, Integrated Marketing Communications, Business Ethics, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Employee Engagement, Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    559 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Corporate Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Risk Management, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Communications, Business Management, Corporate Sustainability, Business Reporting, Accountability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    316 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California San Diego

    Finding Mutations in DNA and Proteins (Bioinformatics VI)

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Data Mapping, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Algorithms, Data Structures, Computer Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Microsoft Excel VBA and Macros

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Productivity Software, Debugging, Automation, Strategic Decision-Making, Programming Principles

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    260 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Developing a Marketing Mix for Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Product Strategy, Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Marketing Planning, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Channel, Consumer Behaviour, Promotional Strategies, Value Propositions, Market Analysis, Brand Management, Writing

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    732 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lund University

    European Business Law: Doing Business in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Labor Law, Arbitration, Environmental Laws, Case Law, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Labor Relations, Tax, Tax Laws, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Commercial Laws, Compliance Management, Business, Contract Management, Governance

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    558 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Cybersecurity Leadership and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Security Management, Incident Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Business Continuity, Disaster Recovery, IT Management, Cybersecurity, Information Systems Security, Governance, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Security Controls, Asset Management, Security Requirements Analysis, Information Assurance, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Leadership and Management, Leadership, Technical Communication

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    141 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    International Supply Chains and Logistics

    Skills you'll gain: Transportation Operations, Supply Chain Planning, Shipping and Receiving, Global Marketing, Service Design

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    177 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Basic Information Literacy: The State University of New York
  • Learn to Program: Crafting Quality Code: University of Toronto
  • Computational Social Science Methods: University of California, Davis
  • Accounting for Business Decision Making: Strategy Assessment and Control: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Branding and Customer Experience: IE Business School
  • Corporate Governance: Coursera
  • Finding Mutations in DNA and Proteins (Bioinformatics VI): University of California San Diego
  • Microsoft Excel VBA and Macros: Coursera
  • Developing a Marketing Mix for Growth: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • European Business Law: Doing Business in Europe: Lund University

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