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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 Washington

    Dynamic Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Communication, Motivational Skills, Advocacy, Peer Review, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Performing Arts, Concision, Writing and Editing, Action Oriented, Trustworthiness, Verbal Strategic Communication, Writing, Non-Verbal Communication

    ★ 4.7 (2.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • M

    Macquarie University

    Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Influencing, Governance, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Management, Change Management, Organizational Change, Communication, Conflict Management, Leadership, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Transformation, Risk Appetite, Risk Analysis, Negotiation, Leadership and Management, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management

    ★ 4.7 (4.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leading People and Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Goal Setting, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Talent Pipelining, Influencing, Team Motivation, Visionary, Team Leadership, People Development, Performance Appraisal, Team Performance Management, Motivational Skills, Smart Goals, Employee Onboarding, Interviewing Skills, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Development

    ★ 4.8 (12K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    Women In Leadership: Strategy, Influence And Advocacy

    Skills you'll gain: Relationship Building, Leadership, Professional Networking, Influencing, Executive Presence, Advocacy, Public Speaking, Strategic Leadership, Relationship Management, Leadership Development, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Communication Strategies, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Resilience, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Active Listening, Diversity and Inclusion

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
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  • S

    Sage Publications

    Advanced Human Resource Management Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Management, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Capital, People Analytics, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), HR Tech, Human Resource Policies, Business Ethics, Workforce Development, Workforce Planning, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Organizational Strategy, Employee Performance Management, Strategic Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Employee Engagement, Talent Acquisition

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
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  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    People Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, People Management, Human Resources, Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Metric, Workforce Management, Analytics, Performance Appraisal, Staff Management, Performance Measurement, Employee Performance Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Performance Management, Collaboration

    ★ 4.6 (6.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Éxito Profesional

    Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Business Writing, Financial Statement Analysis, Critical Thinking, Cash Management, Team Leadership, Negotiation, Time Management, Planning, Entrepreneurship, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Verbal Communication Skills, Scheduling, Management Training And Development, Project Management, Finance, Change Management

    ★ 4.7 (9.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Project Management: Build Job-Ready Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Communication Planning, Virtual Teams, Team Management, Team Leadership, Plan Execution, Scheduling, Conflict Management, Project Schedules, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Teamwork, Project Management Office (PMO), Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Agile Product Development, Risk Management, Communication, Planning, Budgeting

    ★ 4.6 (802) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job Skills
    Job Skills
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Intelligence, Demand Planning, Strategic Sourcing, Competitive Analysis, Customer Demand Planning, Data Storytelling, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Risk Management, Supplier Management, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Regression Analysis, Supplier Performance Management, Supply Chain Systems, Inventory Control, Market Opportunities, Supply Chain Management, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (2.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Digital Marketing with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Development and Management, Video Production, Digital Media Strategy, Style Guides, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Video Editing, Performance Measurement, Brand Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Drive Engagement

    ★ 4.5 (6.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Drug Development Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Drug Development, Clinical Trials, Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Commercialization, Pre-Clinical Development, Pharmaceutical Sales, Pharmacology, Regulatory Affairs, Pharmaceutical Terminology, Managed Care, Intellectual Property, Sales Strategy, Product Planning, Biotechnology, Portfolio Management, Bioinformatics, Strategic Partnership, Medical Science and Research, Marketing

    ★ 4.6 (6.5K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    Institute for the Future

    Futures Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Visionary, Proactivity, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Thinking, Action Oriented, Simulations, Optimism, Planning, Community Organizing, Creativity, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Virtual Reality, Responsible AI, Trend Analysis, Storytelling

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Dynamic Public Speaking: University of Washington
  • Influencing: Storytelling, Change Management and Governance: Macquarie University
  • Leading People and Teams: University of Michigan
  • Women In Leadership: Strategy, Influence And Advocacy: The Expert Academy
  • Advanced Human Resource Management Strategies: Sage Publications
  • People Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
  • Éxito Profesional: University of California, Irvine
  • Microsoft Project Management: Build Job-Ready Skills: Microsoft
  • Supply Chain Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Digital Marketing with Canva: Coursera

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