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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.


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    Coursera

    Harnessing AI for Business Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, AI Enablement, ChatGPT, LLM Application, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Organizational Strategy, OpenAI API, Strategic Leadership, Market Research, Trend Analysis, OpenAI, Business Strategy, Real Time Data, Governance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Team Management, Data Analysis

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    355 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Washington

    Programming Languages, Part A

    Skills you'll gain: Software Installation, Programming Principles, Other Programming Languages, Functional Design, Computer Programming, Ruby (Programming Language), Theoretical Computer Science, Software Design, Computational Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.9K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Liderazgo y habilidades de negociación

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Assertiveness, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Empathy, Performance Review, Constructive Feedback, Organizational Leadership, Relationship Building, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Communication, Influencing, Business Leadership, Communication Strategies, Strategic Planning

    4.8
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    1.3K reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leading Teams: Developing as a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Trustworthiness, Leadership Development, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Business Ethics, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Courage, Relationship Building, Negotiation, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Professional Development, People Development, Curiosity

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automate Reports and Dashboards with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Project Risk Management, Performance Reporting, Risk Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Management Software, Project Performance, Project Portfolio Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Creative Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Cognitive flexibility, Persistence, Curiosity, Resourcefulness, Innovation, Problem Solving, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Motivational Skills

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Build Dynamic User Interfaces (UI) for Websites

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Web Design, User Experience Design, Design Reviews, Wireframing, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Design Research, User Interface (UI) Design, Prototyping, Mockups, Figma (Design Software), Information Architecture

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Managing as a Coach

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Leadership and Management, Team Management, Adaptability, Professional Development, People Development, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Mentorship, Emotional Intelligence, Decision Making, Communication, Active Listening, Self-Awareness, Critical Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northwestern University

    Social Media Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Blogs, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Social Media, Peer Review, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Social Media Strategy, Real Time Data, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Content, Marketing, Target Audience, Digital Transformation, Analytics, Digital Marketing, ChatGPT

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Amazon WorkSpaces Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Deployment, Kubernetes, Application Deployment, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Infrastructure, Amazon Web Services, Multi-Cloud

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Negociações de sucesso: estratégias e habilidades essenciais (em Português)

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Price Negotiation, Planning, Strategic Planning, Conflict Management, Communication, Cultural Diversity, Business Ethics, Decision Making

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Introduction to TensorFlow for Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Harnessing AI for Business Impact: Coursera
  • Programming Languages, Part A: University of Washington
  • Liderazgo y habilidades de negociación: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Leading Teams: Developing as a Leader: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Automate Reports and Dashboards with AI: Coursera
  • Creative Problem Solving: University of Minnesota
  • Build Dynamic User Interfaces (UI) for Websites: Google
  • Managing as a Coach: University of California, Davis
  • Social Media Marketing: Northwestern University
  • Amazon WorkSpaces Getting Started: Amazon Web Services

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