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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

    Game-Theoretic Solution Concept with Spreadsheets

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Operations Research, Competitive Analysis, Spreadsheet Software

    ★ 4.6 (66) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Cisco Learning and Certifications

    Threat Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Modeling, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Detection, Exploitation techniques, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Threat Management, Incident Response, Event Monitoring, Computer Security Incident Management, Malware Protection, Network Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Network Protocols, SQL

    ★ 4.9 (36) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leading Oneself with Personal Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Mental Concentration, Goal-Oriented, Tenacity, Empowerment, Resilience, Personal Development, Action Oriented, Smart Goals, Persistence, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Discipline, Planning, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Accountability, Proactivity

    ★ 4.8 (53) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of Houston

    Value-Based Care: Quality Improvement in Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Improvement, Culture Transformation, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Organizational Development, Health Care Administration, Visionary, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Change, Team Building, Teamwork, Diversity Awareness, Verbal Strategic Communication, Collaboration, Health Care, Health Education, Public Health

    ★ 4.7 (36) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    PMP Application Process and Practice Exam

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Test Planning, Project Management

    ★ 4.8 (59) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI in Media

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative AI Agents, Google Gemini, Content Creation, Media Strategy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), ChatGPT, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Responsible AI, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Digital Media Strategy, AI Workflows, Machine Learning Algorithms, Digital Transformation, Algorithms, Business Ethics, Artificial Neural Networks, Agentic systems

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Operations Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Systems, Manufacturing Operations, Operations Management, Operations, Supply Chain Planning, Business Operations, Inventory Management System, Operational Efficiency, Production Process, Inventory Control, Inventory and Warehousing, Operational Analysis, Logistics, Internal Communications, Process Analysis, Operational Excellence, Lean Six Sigma, Complex Problem Solving

    ★ 4.8 (39) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Project Management Basics: Foundations & Frameworks

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Management, Stakeholder Communications, Cost Estimation, Project Management, Risk Management, Scope Management, Project Coordination, Project Controls, Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Project Closure, Project Implementation, Requirements Management, Risk Mitigation, Project Schedules, Risk Analysis, Program Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Timelines

    ★ 4.2 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    ESCP Business School

    Doing Business in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Supply Chain Management, Business Strategy, Business Development, Sustainable Business, Business Economics, Corporate Strategy, Global Marketing, Marketing, Market Dynamics, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Negotiation, Investments

    ★ 4.4 (139) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    CFO Excellence: Mastering Finance Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Risk Mitigation, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Strategic Leadership, Digital Transformation, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Business Leadership, Business Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Effectiveness, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Team Performance Management, Technology Strategies, Team Management, Organizational Structure, Talent Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    L&T EduTech

    VLSI chip design with CPS for Industrial Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Automation Engineering, Robotics, Control Systems, Machine Controls, Electronic Systems, Industrial Engineering, Internet Of Things, Automation, Vibrations, Electronic Hardware, C (Programming Language), Power Electronics, Peripheral Devices, Electronics, Wireless Networks, Medical Equipment and Technology, Medical Devices, Electric Power Systems

    ★ 4.4 (18) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    AI CERTs

    Managing Projects with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Project Management Software, AI Product Strategy, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Project Implementation, Project Planning, Risk Management, AI Workflows, Timelines, Project Scoping, Project Performance, Scheduling, Governance, Team Collaboration, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Forecasting, Digital Transformation, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular strategic planning courses

  • Game-Theoretic Solution Concept with Spreadsheets: Coursera
  • Threat Analysis: Cisco Learning and Certifications
  • Leading Oneself with Personal Excellence: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Value-Based Care: Quality Improvement in Organizations: University of Houston
  • PMP Application Process and Practice Exam: Microsoft
  • AI in Media: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Operations Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Project Management Basics: Foundations & Frameworks: Edureka
  • Doing Business in Europe: ESCP Business School
  • CFO Excellence: Mastering Finance Teams: Coursera

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