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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


  • P

    Pearson

    Foundations of Business

    Skills you'll gain: Capacity Planning, Marketing, Financial Statements, Human Resource Management, Target Market, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Operations Management, Workforce Development, Target Audience, Human Resources Management and Planning, Financial Statement Analysis, Securities (Finance), Business Ethics, Corporate Finance, Supply And Demand, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Structure, Business Economics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Meta

    Meta Marketing Science Certification Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Meta Ads Manager, Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Bayesian Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Marketing Effectiveness, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Planning, Statistical Inference, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Statistical Software, Sampling (Statistics), A/B Testing, Data Collection, Marketing, Analytics, Performance marketing, Web Analytics

    4.8 stars, 3K reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (3K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Agile Development and Scrum

    Skills you'll gain: User Story, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Backlogs, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Project Management, Agile Product Development, Workflow Management, Sprint Planning, Team Oriented, Team Building, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Lean Methodologies, Performance Metric, Meeting Facilitation, Performance Measurement

    4.8 stars, 2.8K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Negotiation & Organizational Advocacy for Female Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Negotiation, Overcoming Objections, Stakeholder Analysis, Leadership, Business Leadership, Professional Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Effectiveness, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Leadership Studies, Stakeholder Communications, Leadership Development, Assertiveness, Conflict Management, Oral Expression, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Strategic Communication

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Growing a Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Growth Strategies, Sales Process, Entrepreneurship, Commercialization, Business Strategy, Marketing, Strategic Partnership, Sales, Sustainable Business, Mergers & Acquisitions, Innovation, Strategic Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Ethics in the Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Disciplinary Procedures, Human Resources Management and Planning, Trustworthiness, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Drive Engagement, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Staff Management, Behavior Management, Personal Integrity, Strategic Leadership

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Target Market, Target Audience, Marketing Management, Strategic Marketing, Product Planning, Product Strategy, Promotional Strategies, Product Marketing, New Product Development, Market Research, Product Lifecycle Management, Global Marketing, Product Promotion, Marketing Planning, Business Marketing, Brand Marketing, Product Management, Consumer Behaviour, Branding

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    Advice for Leaders During a Crisis

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Organizational Change, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Dealing With Ambiguity, Stress Management, Contingency Planning, Composure, Resilience, Team Management, Change Management, Adaptability, Team Motivation, Decision Making, Recognizing Others, Emotional Intelligence, Trustworthiness, Cognitive flexibility, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University at Buffalo

    Energy Production, Distribution & Safety

    Skills you'll gain: Personal protective equipment, Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Environmental Regulations, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Petroleum Industry, Oil and Gas, Safety Training, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Safety Standards, Workforce Planning, Workforce Development, Billing, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue

    4.7 stars, 11K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (11K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Human Resources Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, People Analytics, Data Presentation, Employee Relations, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resource Management, Performance Metric, Data Strategy, Employee Training, Dashboard, Business Metrics, Employee Engagement, Business Analysis, Employee Retention, Data Analysis, Training and Development, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Strategy, Talent Recruitment, Mental Health

    4.6 stars, 2.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (2.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Competitive Advantage and Market Positioning Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Marketing, Product Strategy, Marketing, Business Strategy, Go To Market Strategy, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Value Propositions, Design Thinking, Customer Analysis, Market Dynamics, Brand Strategy, Target Market, Strategic Thinking, Product Development, Product Lining, Branding, New Product Development, Consumer Behaviour, Competitive Analysis, Market Trend

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    University of California, Irvine

    Essentials of Entrepreneurship: Thinking & Action

    Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Feasibility Studies, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Process Management, Business Management, Innovation, New Business Development, Business Strategies, Ideation, Business Strategy, Business Operations, Marketing, Operations

    4.6 stars, 3.1K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (3.1K) · Mixed · 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

  • Foundations of Business: Pearson
  • Meta Marketing Science Certification Prep: Meta
  • Introduction to Agile Development and Scrum: IBM
  • Negotiation & Organizational Advocacy for Female Leaders: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Growing a Business: Pearson
  • Ethics in the Workplace: Pearson
  • Marketing: Pearson
  • Advice for Leaders During a Crisis: Madecraft
  • Energy Production, Distribution & Safety: University at Buffalo
  • Human Resources Analytics: University of California, Irvine

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