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.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Strategic Prioritization, Prioritization, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Needs Assessment, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Professional Networking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Business Valuation, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Management, Capital Budgeting, Corporate Finance, Finance, Performance Measurement, Business Mathematics, Financial Data, Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Financial Modeling, Balance Sheet, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Policy, Project Finance, Microsoft Excel
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Institute for the Future
Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Trend Analysis, Market Trend, Storytelling, Creative Thinking, Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Network Routing, Network Model, Graph Theory, Operations Research, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Data Structures, Computational Thinking, Linear Algebra, Computer Science, Big Data, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Logic, Probability & Statistics
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Inventory Management System, Customer Demand Planning, Demand Planning, Materials Management, Warehousing, Order Fulfillment, Forecasting, Cost Control, Operational Efficiency, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ISC2
Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Infrastructure Security, Threat Detection, Computer Networking, Data Centers, General Networking, Threat Management, Network Planning And Design, Firewall, Network Protocols, Cloud Computing, TCP/IP, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Scope Management, Feasibility Studies, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Estimation, Project Controls, Requirements Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Cost Estimation, Project Portfolio Management, Estimation, Earned Value Management, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Program Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Strategic Planning, Crisis Management, Case Studies, Project Documentation
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Storytelling, Design Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Modeling, Business Solutions, Marketing Communications, Data Visualization, Brand Strategy, Project Portfolio Management, Business Planning, Growth Strategies, Technology Strategies, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Risk Management, Innovation, Strategic Communication, Presentations, Strategic Thinking
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Talent Pipelining, Prompt Engineering, Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Smart Goals, Google Gemini, Time Management, Interviewing Skills, Responsible AI, Culture Transformation, Workforce Planning, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Employee Onboarding, Recruitment, Employee Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Prompt Engineering Tools, Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Software Development Life Cycle, Medical Devices, Systems Development, Usability, Medical Privacy, Regulatory Affairs, Verification And Validation, Human Factors, Regulatory Requirements, Quality Management Systems, Risk Management, Medical Management, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Healthcare Project Management, Software Testing, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Research
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Public Speaking, Non-Verbal Communication, Peer Review, Constructive Feedback, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Student Engagement, Stress Management, Organizational Skills, Planning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Schedules, Stakeholder Engagement, Cost Management, Risk Management, Project Scoping, Earned Value Management, Team Motivation, Scheduling, Stakeholder Analysis, Request for Proposal, Requirements Management, Procurement, Project Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Resource Allocation, Project Planning, Cost Control, Project Management Life Cycle
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months