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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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    Coursera

    Business Strategy: Value Proposition Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Sales Presentation, Product Knowledge, Business Marketing, Business Strategy, Business Modeling, Competitive Analysis, Communication, Innovation, Customer Analysis, Strategic Communication

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Performance Management, Team Leadership, Team Motivation, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Leadership, Professional Development, Peer Review, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Goal-Oriented, Adaptability

    4.2
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Essential Design Principles for Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Design Elements And Principles, Data Analysis, Color Theory, Data Ethics, User Centered Design, Human Factors

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Community Outreach, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Engagement, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Development, Research and Design, Business Modeling, Communication, Advocacy, Innovation, Program Evaluation, Fundraising

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    174 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Logical & Analytical Reasoning — Exam & Recruitment Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning, Deductive Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic, Computational Logic, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Geometry

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Business Intelligence and Competitive Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Data Storytelling, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Management Consulting, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Market Analysis, Business Analysis, Performance Analysis, Benchmarking, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Root Cause Analysis, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    242 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IE Business School

    Branding and Customer Experience

    Skills you'll gain: Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer experience improvement, Branding, Brand Management, Behavioral Economics, Brand Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Insights, User Experience, Integrated Marketing Communications, Business Ethics, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Employee Engagement, Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    559 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Zoho Corporation

    Zoho Sales Representative

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Customer Relationship Management, Account Management, Sales Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Selling Techniques, Sales, General Sales Practices, Sales Pipelines, Sales Presentation, Sales Strategy, Verbal Communication Skills, Process Mapping, Business Software, Sales Enablement, Sales Development, Closing (Sales), Sales Operations, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Analytics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Peer Review, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Data Analysis, Marketing, Performance Measurement, Operations, Analysis, Business Strategies, Digital Advertising, Presentations, Problem Management, Advertising

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    775 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The University of Tokyo

    FoundX Startup School Course

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Design Thinking, Product Development, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Customer Insights, User Research, Fundraising, Presentations, Business Planning, Interviewing Skills, Product Management, Team Building

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CVS Health

    CVS Health Retail Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, De-escalation Techniques, Greeting Customers, Customer Service, Empathy, Cross Selling, Call Center Experience, Transaction Processing, Upselling, Retail Sales, Retail Store Operations, Customer Complaint Resolution, Cash Register Operation, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Inquiries, Teamwork, Communication, Time Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    415 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Digital Technologies and the Future of Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Case Studies, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Operations, Technology Solutions, Production Planning, Business Transformation, Business Technologies, Technology Strategies, Cloud Computing, Technology Roadmaps, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Partnership, Business Modeling, Cost Benefit Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, Risk Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    377 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Business Strategy: Value Proposition Essentials: Coursera
  • Foundations of Leadership: Johns Hopkins University
  • Essential Design Principles for Tableau: University of California, Davis
  • Creating Change through Social Entrepreneurship: Yale University
  • Logical & Analytical Reasoning — Exam & Recruitment Prep: Board Infinity
  • Business Intelligence and Competitive Analysis: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Branding and Customer Experience: IE Business School
  • Zoho Sales Representative: Zoho Corporation
  • Business Analytics Capstone: University of Pennsylvania
  • FoundX Startup School Course: The University of Tokyo

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