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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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    Fractal Analytics

    Structured Approach to Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Data Science, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Data Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    153 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Introduction to Logic

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Problem Solving, Business Logic, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    654 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Adobe

    Leading Creative Projects with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Adobe Express, Responsible AI, Creativity, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Adobe Creative Cloud, Innovation, AI Workflows, Design Software, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Communication, Content Creation, Storytelling, Visual Design, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Adaptability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Why Smart Executives Fail: Common Mistakes & Warning Signs

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Culture Transformation, Accountability, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Change, Business Strategy, Compensation Management, Change Management, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Case Studies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    410 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Public Relations and Communications Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Proofreading, Public Relations, Stakeholder Analysis, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communication, Public Affairs, Content Management, Web Content, Performance Reporting, Storytelling, Content Management Systems, Press Releases, Content Strategy, Report Writing, Social Media Content, Marketing Effectiveness, Communication Strategies, Generative AI

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    191 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Startup Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Innovation, Business Planning, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Value Propositions, Creativity, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, Operations Management, Resourcefulness, Thought Leadership, Problem Solving, Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Initiative and Leadership, Market Research, New Product Development, Business Strategy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to Public Relations and the Media

    Skills you'll gain: Press Releases, Strategic Communication, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Media and Communications, Crisis Management, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Corporate Sustainability, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Storytelling, Branding, Business Ethics, Social Media, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Professional Networking, Writing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Mastering Brand Awareness: Fundamentals to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Marketing Psychology, Digital Media Strategy, Target Market, Paid media, Marketing Analytics, Social Media Campaigns, Persona Development, Marketing, Google Analytics, Social Media, Storytelling, Content Strategy

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Python Programming

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Scripting, Software Development Tools, Scripting Languages, Integrated Development Environments, Jupyter

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Graphs and Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Combinatorics, Network Model, Mathematical Modeling, Data Structures, Transportation Operations, Image Analysis, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computational Thinking, Problem Solving

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Communication Strategies for a Virtual Age

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Influencing, Verbal Communication Skills, Collaboration, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Virtual Teams, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Strategic Communication, Empathy, Active Listening, Negotiation

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

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    University of Michigan

    Good with Words: Writing and Editing

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Editing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Writing, Organizational Skills, Proofreading, Storytelling, Productivity, Planning, Detail Oriented, Time Management, Brainstorming, Content Creation, Overcoming Obstacles, Resourcefulness, Willingness To Learn, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Creativity

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Structured Approach to Problem Solving: Fractal Analytics
  • Introduction to Logic: Stanford University
  • Leading Creative Projects with AI: Adobe
  • Why Smart Executives Fail: Common Mistakes & Warning Signs: Dartmouth College
  • Microsoft Public Relations and Communications Associate: Microsoft
  • Startup Entrepreneurship: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Introduction to Public Relations and the Media: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Mastering Brand Awareness: Fundamentals to Advanced: Board Infinity
  • Introduction to Python Programming: University of Pennsylvania
  • Graphs and Networks: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

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