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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


  • N

    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Machine Controls, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Simulations, Process Control, Virtual Environment, Torque (Physics), Graph Theory, Matlab, Algorithms, Engineering Calculations, Physics

    ★ 4.7 (1.2K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    Strategic SEO for Digital Marketing Success

    Skills you'll gain: Content Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Development and Management, Writing and Editing, Maintainability, Information Architecture, Driving engagement, Social Media Marketing, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Frontend Performance, Digital Marketing Tools, Analysis, Prioritization, Performance Metric

    ★ 4.6 (16) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • H

    HubSpot Academy

    Strategic Customer Relationship Management & Sales Technique

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Sales Enablement, Data Visualization, Sales Presentations, Sales Management, Prospecting and Qualification, Persona Development, HubSpot CRM, Sales Training, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Lead Generation, Inside Sales, Sales Development, Employee Onboarding, Sales Operations, Sales, Dashboard, Customer Success Management, Business Reporting

    ★ 3.7 (23) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Collegiate Esports and Career Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Workforce Development, Higher Education, Market Dynamics, Research, Student Engagement, Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making

    ★ 4.6 (56) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    Planning a Machine Learning Project

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Intelligence, Feasibility Studies, Business Analysis, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Planning, Applied Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Machine Learning, Strategic Thinking, AI Product Strategy, Program Evaluation, Business Leadership, Project Design, Leadership and Management, Strategic Leadership

    ★ 4.5 (26) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Strategic Foundations of Sales Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Rapport Building, Sales, Sales Strategy, Negotiation, Regional Sales, Relationship Building, Communication, Communication Strategies, Intercultural Competence, Virtual Teams, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Business Research, Cultural Sensitivity, Market Research, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Marketing Psychology, Digital Communications, Goal Setting, Stakeholder Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Financial Analysis: Portfolios, Risks, Strategic Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Portfolio Risk, Investment Management, Risk Management, Financial Management, Wealth Management, Finance, Financial Market, Investments, Financial Planning, Financial Analysis, Asset Management, Risk Analysis, General Finance, Investment Banking, Market Dynamics, Market Trend, Quantitative Research, Case Studies

    ★ 4.4 (156) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Strategic Leadership Vision For Emerging Women Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Prioritization, Business Priorities, Prioritization, Adaptability, Resilience, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Professional Development, Business Leadership, Executive Presence, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Leadership and Management, Visionary, Decision Making, Team Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion, Communication, Workplace inclusivity

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Financial Planning and Wealth Management

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Wealth Management, Tax Management, Insurance, Underwriting, Financial Statements, Tax Planning, Estate Planning, Technical Analysis, Tax Compliance, Financial Analysis, Investments, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Financial Planning, Tax, Income Tax, Tax Preparation, Portfolio Management, Insurance Policies, Budget Management

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IBM

    Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Data, Financial Acumen, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Modeling, Management Reporting, Business Reporting, Performance Measurement, Financial Planning, Financial Forecasting, Accruals, Working Capital, Variance Analysis, Accrual Accounting, Financial Services

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Coursera

    Advanced Marketing & Strategic Communication Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Behavioral Economics, Content Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communication, Web Analytics, Digital Analysis, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Marketing Analytics, Google Analytics, HubSpot CRM, Data Storytelling, Content Optimization, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Campaign Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Digital Marketing Tools, Storytelling, Copywriting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Cybersecurity Planning, Management, and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Record Keeping, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Data Management, Cloud Management, Records Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Standards, IT Security Architecture, Data Security, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Governance, Personally Identifiable Information, Information Privacy, Threat Detection, Microsoft Azure, Security Controls, Threat Management

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

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

  • Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control: Northwestern University
  • Strategic SEO for Digital Marketing Success: Skillshare
  • Strategic Customer Relationship Management & Sales Technique: HubSpot Academy
  • Collegiate Esports and Career Planning: University of California, Irvine
  • Planning a Machine Learning Project: Amazon Web Services
  • Strategic Foundations of Sales Negotiation: LearnQuest
  • Financial Analysis: Portfolios, Risks, Strategic Decisions: Coursera
  • Strategic Leadership Vision For Emerging Women Leaders: The Expert Academy
  • Financial Planning and Wealth Management: EDUCBA
  • Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A): Foundations: IBM

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