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Decision Making Courses

Decision making courses can help you learn analytical thinking, risk assessment, strategic planning, and effective communication techniques. You can build skills in evaluating options, forecasting outcomes, and making data-driven choices. Many courses introduce tools like decision trees, SWOT analysis, and cost-benefit analysis, which assist in structuring your thought process and improving clarity in complex situations.


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Methods in Machine Learning Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Reinforcement Learning, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Machine Learning Algorithms, Random Forest Algorithm, Decision Tree Learning, Supervised Learning, Logistic Regression, Classification Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Foundations of Secure IoT Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, IT Security Architecture, Threat Detection, Security Engineering, Internet Of Things, Network Security, Infrastructure Security, Security Controls, Data Security, Cryptographic Protocols, Vulnerability Assessments, Risk Management Framework, Cloud Computing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Cambridge

    Financial Accounting and Capital Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Accrual Accounting, Accruals, Financial Accounting, Financial Modeling, Accounting, Equities, Financial Market, Capital Markets, Financial Analysis, Sustainable Business, Depreciation, Financial Statements, Cash Flows, Loans, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Decision-Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    Paths to a Sustainable Future

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Sustainable Development, Decision Making, Business Transformation, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Business, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Adaptability, Community Development, Cultural Diversity, Governance

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Getting There and Going Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Engineering, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Global Positioning Systems, Engineering Design Process, Control Systems, Systems Integration, Engineering, Human Factors, System Testing, Communication Systems, Robotics, Automation, Structural Engineering, Thermal Management, Physical Science, Electric Power Systems, Environmental Monitoring, Mechanics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    GenAI for IT Project Managers

    Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, AI Product Strategy, Project Management, Internal Communications, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Case Studies, Innovation, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Contract Managers: Automating CLM

    Skills you'll gain: Contract Management, Performance Analysis, Generative AI Agents, Legal Technology, Contract Review, Contract Compliance, Analysis, Workflow Management, Compliance Management, Document Management, Supplier Management, Business Process Automation, Vendor Management, Automation, Process Optimization, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Efficiency, Risk Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Program Management Fundamentals: Driving Strategic Change

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Change Management, Strategic Leadership, Product Roadmaps, Leadership, Organizational Change, Organizational Strategy, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management, Digital Transformation, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Fundamentos de analítica de datos educativos

    Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Analytics, Looker (Software), Data Analysis, Responsible AI, Data Management, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Information Privacy, Strategic Decision-Making, Informed Consent

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yonsei University

    Valuation and Financial Analysis For Startups Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Valuation, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Market Analysis, Cash Flows, Competitive Analysis, Business Research, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Business Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    E-commerce Marketing and Email Campaigns

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Customer Retention, Customer Relationship Building, E-Commerce, Strategic Marketing, Online Advertising, Performance Metric, Copywriting, Sales, Decision Making, Automation

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Build a Chatbot with Voiceflow: Ecommerce Customer Support

    Skills you'll gain: Application Deployment, Customer Support, ChatGPT, Product Support, Customer Inquiries, Business Process Automation, Customer Service, E-Commerce, Order Management, User Requirements Documents, Automation, Greeting Customers, AI Enablement, User Flows, Natural Language Processing

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular decision making courses

  • Advanced Methods in Machine Learning Applications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Foundations of Secure IoT Architecture: LearnQuest
  • Financial Accounting and Capital Markets: University of Cambridge
  • Paths to a Sustainable Future: ESSEC Business School
  • Getting There and Going Beyond: University of Colorado Boulder
  • GenAI for IT Project Managers: Coursera
  • GenAI for Contract Managers: Automating CLM: Coursera
  • Program Management Fundamentals: Driving Strategic Change: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Fundamentos de analítica de datos educativos: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • Valuation and Financial Analysis For Startups Capstone: Yonsei University

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