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Strategic Planning Courses

Strategic planning courses can help you learn goal setting, resource allocation, risk assessment, and performance measurement. You can build skills in SWOT analysis, scenario planning, and aligning organizational objectives with actionable strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Gantt charts, balanced scorecards, and project management software, which aid in visualizing timelines, tracking progress, and ensuring that strategic initiatives are effectively implemented.

Popular Strategic Planning Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    People Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Workforce Planning, People Analytics, Talent Pipelining, Workforce Management, Workforce Development, Human Resources Software, Human Resource Strategy, Gap Analysis, Demand Planning, Capacity Planning, Talent Management, Power BI, Dashboard Creation, Data Storytelling, Employee Retention, Statistical Visualization, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Forecasting, Talent Acquisition

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Purpose Driven Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), People Analytics, Stakeholder Engagement, Responsible AI, Strategic Leadership, Sustainability Reporting, Leadership and Management, Sustainability Standards, Smart Goals, Analytics, Team Leadership, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Power BI, Goal-Oriented, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Decision Making, Microsoft Copilot, Communication Strategies, Decision Tree Learning

    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Intelligence, Demand Planning, Strategic Sourcing, Competitive Analysis, Customer Demand Planning, Data Storytelling, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Risk Management, Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Regression Analysis, Supplier Performance Management, Supply Chain Systems, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Management, Business Intelligence, Supply Chain Planning, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Personal and Professional Development

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Brand Awareness, Relationship Management, Goal-Oriented, Growth Mindedness, Brand Management, Personal Development, Self-Motivation, Goal Setting, Organizational Leadership, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Strategic Leadership, Team Building, Workforce Development, Value Propositions, Culture Transformation, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Expert Academy

    Women In Leadership: Strategy, Influence And Advocacy

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Leadership, Professional Networking, Influencing, Executive Presence, Advocacy, Public Speaking, Strategic Leadership, Relationship Management, Leadership Development, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Communication Strategies, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Active Listening, Diversity and Inclusion

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Project Management: Build Job-Ready Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Communication Planning, Virtual Teams, Team Management, Team Leadership, Plan Execution, Scheduling, Conflict Management, Project Schedules, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Teamwork, Project Management Office (PMO), Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Agile Product Development, Risk Management, Communication, Planning, Budgeting

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Medical Neuroscience

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Life Sciences, Electrophysiology, Cell Biology, Psychology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Substance Abuse

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    Advanced · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Leading: Human Resource Management and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Human Resource Strategy, Team Building, Organizational Strategy, Leadership Studies, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Culture Transformation, Workplace inclusivity, Organizational Structure, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Brand Strategy, Thought Leadership, Brand Management, Branding, Strategic Thinking

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Berklee

    The DIY Musician

    Skills you'll gain: Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Peer Review, Music Performance, Storytelling, Project Planning, Instrumental Music, Production Planning, Web Presence, Social Media Content, Brand Marketing, Fundraising, Team Leadership, Sustainable Business, Leadership, Writing and Editing, Media Production, Social Media

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Conflict Management

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, De-escalation Techniques, Cultural Responsiveness, Verbal Communication Skills, Verbal Strategic Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Strategic Communication, Diversity Awareness, Active Listening, Communication Planning, Teamwork, Case Studies, Collaboration, Stakeholder Management, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Use AI Responsibly

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Risking, AI literacy, Workplace inclusivity, Social Impact, Generative AI, Analysis, Critical Thinking, Data Security

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Linux, Embedded Systems, Electronics, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Network Protocols, User Requirements Documents, Functional Specification, Electronic Components, Functional Requirement, OSI Models, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Hardware, Linux Commands, Operating Systems, Debugging, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • People Analytics: Microsoft
  • Microsoft Purpose Driven Leadership: Microsoft
  • Supply Chain Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Personal and Professional Development: University of Michigan
  • Women In Leadership: Strategy, Influence And Advocacy: The Expert Academy
  • Microsoft Project Management: Build Job-Ready Skills: Microsoft
  • Medical Neuroscience: Duke University
  • Leading: Human Resource Management and Leadership: Macquarie University
  • The DIY Musician: Berklee
  • Conflict Management: University of California, Irvine

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