Planning courses can help you learn project scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and strategic goal setting. You can build skills in creating timelines, managing budgets, and assessing project feasibility. Many courses introduce tools like Gantt charts, Kanban boards, and project management software, which help you visualize progress and streamline workflows. You'll also explore methods for effective communication and collaboration, ensuring that all team members are aligned and informed throughout the planning process.

Skills you'll gain: Project Design, Program Management, Timelines, Diagram Design, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Project Management Software, Process Development, Risk Management
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Operating System Administration, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Incident Response, Disaster Recovery, Cloud Deployment, Microsoft Windows, DevOps, Cloud-Native Computing, Operating Systems, System Configuration, Firewall, Cloud Computing Architecture, Linux Administration, Risk Management
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Process Improvement, Sampling (Statistics), Project Management, Data Literacy, Regression Analysis, Process Capability, Goal Setting, Statistical Analysis, Scatter Plots, Customer experience improvement, Quality Management, Microsoft Excel, Process Mapping, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Network Monitoring, Load Balancing, Network Planning And Design, Virtual Networking, Microsoft Azure, Network Troubleshooting, Network Infrastructure, Network Administration, Scalability, Network Security, Computer Networking, Firewall, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Routing, Virtual Machines
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Alberta
Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Requirements Management, Software Development, Product Management, Process Development, Application Lifecycle Management, Software Engineering, Project Planning, Project Management, Customer Engagement
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Management Software, Project Design, Program Development, Process Flow Diagrams, Agile Methodology
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Employee Engagement, Interactive Learning, Stress Management, Drive Engagement, Employee Retention, Strategic Planning, Personal Development, Empathy, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Business
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Dealing With Ambiguity, Adaptability, Decision Making, Strategic Prioritization, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Change Management, Risk Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Communication, Contingency Planning, Active Listening, Strategic Thinking, Planning, Empathy, Research, Analysis, Goal Setting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Finance, Capital Expenditure, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Business Valuation, Financial Management, Return On Investment, Cash Flows, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Statements, Investment Management, Risk Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Risk Management, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Customer Analysis, User Feedback, Continuous Improvement Process, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Project Documentation, Performance Measurement, Project Scoping, Project Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI), UI Components, Figma (Design Software), UI/UX Strategy, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Prototyping, Usability Testing, Interactive Design, User Experience Design, Mobile Development, Style Guides, Web Development, Animations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months