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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Automate and Verify Marketing Reports Accurately

    Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Dashboard, Marketing Automation, Data Integrity, Verification And Validation, Workflow Management, Marketing Analytics, Data Maintenance, Data Quality, Automation, Data Governance, Performance Metric

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Cloud SQL Infrastructure, Security, and Reliability

    Skills you'll gain: Data Infrastructure, Cloud Management, Data Architecture, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, Data Warehousing, Database Administration, Capacity Planning, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Database Architecture and Administration, Cloud Security, Disaster Recovery, Data Security, Site Reliability Engineering, Problem Management, Solution Architecture, Resource Management, Business Continuity Planning, Performance Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Plan and Score Content

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Content Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Optimization, Data-Driven Marketing, Content Development and Management, Marketing Effectiveness, Strategic Prioritization, Business Priorities, Target Audience, Marketing Planning, Content Creation, Prioritization, Persona Development, Performance Measurement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Content Management, Web Analytics, Business Metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Automate, Optimize, and Maintain AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Ansible, Patch Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Generative AI, System Monitoring, Incident Management, Continuous Monitoring, IT Automation, Security Controls, Automation, Predictive Analytics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Google Ads for Campaign Setup and Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Data-Driven Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Performance marketing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Campaign Management, Online Advertising, Performance Reporting, Digital Advertising, Campaign Planning, Performance Analysis, Paid media, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Search Engine Marketing, Keyword Research, Account Management, Account Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Ten Steps to ITSM Success

    Skills you'll gain: IT Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, IT Management, Service Management, Business Relationship Management, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Service Level, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Design, Service Design, Stakeholder Engagement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Service Level Agreement, Operational Excellence, Organizational Strategy, Process Improvement, Organizational Development, Process Development, Organizational Change, Organizational Leadership

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundations of Strategic Communications

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Technical Communication, Target Audience, Leadership Studies, Strategic Communication, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Persuasive Communication, Professional Development, Leadership, Influencing, Rapport Building, Professionalism, Organizational Leadership, Active Listening

    ★ 4.9 (29) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Leadership and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Organizational Change, Business Strategies, Corporate Strategy, Business Planning, Organizational Structure, Safety Culture, Strategic Leadership, Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Drive Engagement, Organizational Leadership, Conflict Management, Organizational Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Business Ethics, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Leadership Development, Leadership

    ★ 4.8 (11K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • I

    Indian School of Business

    Financial Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Planning, Tax Planning, Income Tax, Insurance, Financial Management, Investments, Tax, Finance, Financial Market, Loans, Portfolio Management, Income Statement

    ★ 4.7 (108) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Copenhagen Business School

    Strategic Management and Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Business Planning, Case Studies, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Plan Execution, Goal Setting, Resource Management, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Peer Review, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Planning, Innovation, Organizational Structure, Smart Goals, Project Implementation, Decision Making, Risk Mitigation, Business Strategies

    ★ 4.7 (5.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Sustainable Regional Principles, Planning and Transportation

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Transportation Operations, Case Studies, Economic Development, Land Management, Land Development, Community Development, Traffic Flow Optimization, Community Outreach

    ★ 4.5 (207) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Financial Planning for Young Adults

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Planning, Investments, Budgeting, Risk Management, Goal Setting, Cash Management, Loans, Portfolio Risk, General Finance, Investment Management, Cash Flows, Smart Goals, General Lending, Insurance, Financial Services, Financial Management, Credit Risk, Expense Management

    ★ 4.6 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular strategic planning courses

  • Automate and Verify Marketing Reports Accurately: Coursera
  • Cloud SQL Infrastructure, Security, and Reliability: Coursera
  • Plan and Score Content: Coursera
  • Automate, Optimize, and Maintain AI Systems: Coursera
  • Apply Google Ads for Campaign Setup and Optimization: EDUCBA
  • Ten Steps to ITSM Success: Packt
  • Foundations of Strategic Communications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Strategic Leadership and Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Financial Planning: Indian School of Business
  • Strategic Management and Innovation: Copenhagen Business School

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