Strategic Planning Courses and Certifications

Microcredential

Business Strategy

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Develop strategic thinking, analyze competitive environments, and create effective business strategies. Learn to evaluate industry dynamics, build competitive advantage, and align organizational efforts for sustainable growth.

• Coursera
• 26 weeks, 2 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 5 courses

What’s Your Big Idea?

166 ratings at Coursera

Whether your interest lies in solving the world’s biggest problems, creating the next commercial success or addressing something closer to home, this course will give you a toolbox to vet your ideas and test them in the real world.

• Coursera
• 11 hours
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Strategic Planning for Public Libraries

Learn how to develop, implement, and adapt a strategic plan to fit the needs of your library.

• edX
• 4 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Public Library Management

Comprehensive program for aspiring public library managers, covering essential skills in community needs assessment, diversity, personnel management, finance, infrastructure, strategic planning, fundraising, and marketing.

• edX
• 32 weeks, 2-3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• $392.00
• 8 courses

Microcredential

Pricing Strategy Optimization

Comprehensive 17-week program on strategic pricing, covering cost analysis, customer value, and market competition to maximize profits and enhance decision-making skills.

• Coursera
• 17 weeks, 3 hours a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Microcredential

Strategic Thinking for Everyone

Develop foresight, analyze scenarios, gather data, and understand perspectives to enhance decision-making and strategic planning skills for personal and professional growth.

• Coursera
• 26 weeks, 1 hour a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Futures Thinking

14 ratings at Coursera

Explore futures thinking techniques to imagine scenarios, ask strategic questions, and make informed decisions. Gain tools for innovative problem-solving and strategic planning in uncertain times.

• Coursera
• 7 hours 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Microcredential

Organizational Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Develop strategies for effective diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in organizations. Learn to plan, implement, and assess DE&I efforts across various organizational contexts.

• Coursera
• 22 weeks, 1 hour a week
• On-Demand
• Paid Course
• 4 courses

Best Practices in Planning DE&I Interventions

55 ratings at Coursera

Learn step-by-step approaches for planning and executing diversity initiatives, from strategic planning to recruitment, retention, and training, with practical applications for organizational success.

• Coursera
• 5 hours 43 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Value Creation and Building Enduring Relationships

Explore techniques for building impactful professional relationships, creating value for stakeholders, and developing authentic leadership to drive employee engagement and business success.

• Coursera
• 14 hours 22 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Digital Media and Strategic Planning in Technology Markets

Explore strategic planning and digital marketing for tech startups. Learn analytical tools, stress testing, and effective communication channels for business and consumer users.

• Coursera
• 19 hours 37 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Marketing Management Essentials:The Marketing Plan Structure

Develop, execute, and monitor strategic marketing plans. Master consumer behavior, value creation, and KPIs for impactful marketing outcomes and business growth.

• Coursera
• 54 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Diversification in Corporate Strategy

Explore strategic corporate diversification, focusing on business engagement decisions, market expansion, benefits, risks, and effective value chain navigation for strategic portfolio planning.

• Coursera
• 59 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

The "Who" of the Marketing Strategy:Segmentation & Targeting

Dive into strategic marketing, learning to understand markets, meet consumer needs, craft clear strategies, and drive profitability. Gain skills to define and implement effective marketing approaches.

• Coursera
• 58 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)

Agile Leadership Capstone

403 ratings at Coursera

Guided journey to create an agile transformation packet for Nike, focusing on personal, team, and enterprise-level changes. Apply Scrum tools and change management strategies.

• Coursera
• 6 hours 13 minutes
• On-Demand
• Free Online Course (Audit)