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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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    Emory University

    Marketing Channel Strategy & B2B2C Routes to Market

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Channel, Strategic Marketing, Business Marketing, Direct Selling, Customer experience strategy (CX), Go To Market Strategy, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Market Research, Marketing Strategies, Value Propositions, Market Opportunities, Case Studies, Customer Demand Planning, E-Commerce, Compensation Management, Strategic Partnership, Consumer Behaviour, B2B Sales, Business Relationship Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    ESADE Business and Law School

    Empresa familiar: gestión, dirección y sucesión

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Modeling, Organizational Structure, Governance, Business Management, Systems Thinking, Business, Risk Analysis, Technology Strategies, Family Support, Business Valuation, Business Leadership, Innovation, Business Process, Business Transformation, Entrepreneurship, Communication, Leadership, Business Analysis, Economics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Desarrollo de tu marca personal

    Skills you'll gain: Branding, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Brand Awareness, Brand Management, Social Media, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Persona Development, Professional Development, Professional Networking, Goal Setting, Content Creation, Value Propositions, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Competitive Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Princeton University

    Алгоритмы, часть I

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Java, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Graph Theory, Performance Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Security Awareness, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Security Strategy, Human Factors (Security), Culture Transformation, Cyber Attacks, Mobile Security, Cyber Risk, Enterprise Security, Data Ethics, Cyber Security Strategy, Cybersecurity, Strategic Leadership, Cyber Operations, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Fandom, Community, and Identity in Popular Music

    Skills you'll gain: Music, World Music, Case Studies, Culture, Sociology, Cultural Diversity, Research, Analysis, Performing Arts, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Media and Communications, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management and the Art of Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Communications, Persuasive Communication, Target Audience, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication Planning, Influencing, Professional Development, Strategic Communication, Leadership, Data Management, Team Building, Data Integrity, Negotiation, Meeting Facilitation, Communication Strategies, Project Management, Communication, Risk Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Exercer son esprit critique à l’ère informationnelle

    Skills you'll gain: Cognitive flexibility, Scientific Methods, Research, Critical Thinking, Experimentation, digital literacy, Psychology, Media and Communications

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Marketing Strategy for Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Cold Calling, Customer Analysis, Sales Process, Target Market, Marketing, Market Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Planning, Business Marketing, Sales, Growth Strategies, Market Research, Sales Prospecting, New Business Development, Business Development, A/B Testing, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing

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    Koç University

    Etkili Konuşmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking)

    Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Persuasive Communication, Liberal Arts, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    Research kitchen

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Organizational Structure, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategies, Research, Strategic Thinking, Business Research, Case Studies, Presentations

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Xbox

    Xbox Product Manager

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Product Planning, User Interface (UI), Competitive Analysis, Product Roadmaps, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Stakeholder Management, Market Research, Product Management, Design Thinking, AI Product Strategy, Mockups, Consumer Behaviour, Usability Testing, Wireframing, Market Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Strategy, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Marketing Channel Strategy & B2B2C Routes to Market: Emory University
  • Empresa familiar: gestión, dirección y sucesión: ESADE Business and Law School
  • Desarrollo de tu marca personal: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Алгоритмы, часть I: Princeton University
  • Cyber Security: Leadership: Macquarie University
  • Fandom, Community, and Identity in Popular Music: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Program Management and the Art of Communication: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Exercer son esprit critique à l’ère informationnelle: University of Geneva
  • Marketing Strategy for Entrepreneurs: 28DIGITAL
  • Etkili Konuşmada Retorik (Rhetoric in Effective Speaking): Koç University

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