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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


  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Management for Personal & Professional Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Calendar Management, Scheduling, Productivity Software, Mental Concentration, Professionalism, Planning, Overcoming Obstacles, Communication Strategies, Crisis Management

    4.6 stars, 17K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (17K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Personal and Professional Development

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Professional Networking, Brand Awareness, Relationship Management, Goal-Oriented, Growth Mindedness, Brand Management, Personal Development, Self-Motivation, Goal Setting, Organizational Leadership, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Self-Awareness, Strategic Leadership, Team Building, Workforce Development, Value Propositions, Culture Transformation, Case Studies

    4.8 stars, 3.1K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (3.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Learning to Teach Online

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Digital pedagogy, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Technology Strategies, Planning, digital literacy, Content Management

    4.7 stars, 3.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Achieving Personal and Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Active Listening, Negotiation, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Contract Negotiation, Trustworthiness, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership Development, Business Communication, Strategic Communication, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Professional Networking, Innovation, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Optimism

    4.7 stars, 3.3K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (3.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Creo Incubator

    Venture Validation and Scaling

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Measurement, Business Development, Growth Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Entrepreneurship, Business Metrics, Performance Metric, New Business Development, Customer experience improvement, Customer Acquisition Management, Go To Market Strategy, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Customer Insights, Earned Media, Journey Mapping, Scalability, Product Management, Marketing Planning, Strategic Planning, Goal Setting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Foundations of Business Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Business Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Strategy, Market Analysis, Business Analysis Tools, Business Economics, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics

    4.8 stars, 3.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (3.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Resolution

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Price Negotiation, Cultural Sensitivity, Oral Expression, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Diplomacy, Relationship Building, Labor Relations, Strategic Partnership, Case Studies, Communication, Planning

    4.7 stars, 2.8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Advanced Project Management: Managing Stakeholders

    Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Resource Management, Resource Allocation, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Project Portfolio Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Project Risk Management, Program Management, Stakeholder Communications, Knowledge Transfer, Risk Management, Governance, Innovation, Project Performance, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Decision Making

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Habilidades Gerenciales

    Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Supervision, Leadership and Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Skills, Creative Thinking, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Cognitive flexibility, Strategic Planning, Brainstorming, Team Leadership, Leadership, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Management Training And Development, Time Management, Business Planning, Coaching

    4.8 stars, 6.9K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (6.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Entrepreneurship: Growing Your Business

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Design Thinking, Accounting, Innovation, Journey Mapping, Process Design, Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Courage, Leadership Development, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Finance, HR Tech

    4.8 stars, 7.8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (7.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Marketing Strategy & Positioning

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Strategic Thinking, Target Market, Strategic Decision-Making, Product Marketing, Go To Market Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Planning, Content Performance Analysis, Content Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Brand Strategy, Product Strategy, Constructive Feedback, Campaign Planning, Content Strategy, Copywriting, Target Audience

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    The Manager's Toolkit: A Practical Guide to Managing People at Work

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Conflict Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Staff Management, Smart Goals, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Performance Management, People Development, Performance Appraisal, Performance Review, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Compensation Management, Recruitment, Compensation and Benefits, Talent Recruitment

    4.7 stars, 4.3K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (4.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Management for Personal & Professional Productivity: University of California, Irvine
  • Personal and Professional Development: University of Michigan
  • Learning to Teach Online: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • Achieving Personal and Professional Success: University of Pennsylvania
  • Venture Validation and Scaling: Creo Incubator
  • Foundations of Business Strategy: University of Virginia
  • Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Resolution: ESSEC Business School
  • Advanced Project Management: Managing Stakeholders: Sage Publications
  • Habilidades Gerenciales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Entrepreneurship: Growing Your Business: University of Virginia

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