Planning will get you far, but only if you know what you’re planning for. To think strategically, you need to analyze insights and evaluate possible scenarios before building that strategy. It’s possible to eliminate some uncertainties and identify trends, but you need the right process. You’ll have to gain insights first, and then take a long look at what you have. With all the right information, you can start to make informed decisions about your next steps.
With the expertise of Dr. Timiebi Aganaba from the ASU School for the Future of Innovation in Society, the Strategic Thinking course will put the tools, knowledge and strategies to develop strategies directly into your hands. You’ll learn the fundamentals and get acquainted with your strategic toolkit. Then, you’ll directly apply them in hands-on scenarios.
Strategic thinking involves more than just coming up with a plan: You need to analyze the world around you. The trends and uncertainties that influence your situation will help you come to a decision and plan for scenarios ahead of time — skills that anyone can learn and apply anywhere. Take the next step of your strategic thinking journey today!
Status: Forecasting
Forecasting
Status: Risk Analysis
Risk Analysis
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5.0
·Reviewed Aug 5, 2024
Such a great training I've experienced. Thanks Coursera for helping me achieve this program!
5.0
·Reviewed May 8, 2026
Excellent foundation and concepts of strategic thinking
4.0
·Reviewed Nov 28, 2024
Helpful both in your professional life and personal life too!
5.0
·Reviewed Jun 23, 2025
I reall like this course of strategic thinking. this course make me insight understanding about plan and consider of win-win strategy.
5.0
·Reviewed Apr 7, 2025
Amazing content with practical case studies. Overall, it was a good learning experience.
4.0
·Reviewed Jan 30, 2025
More Practical Case studies / Examples may please added
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Terenzio
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·Reviewed Jun 24, 2025
Very interesting course that helped stimulate and increase my interest and skills in SWOT analysis and strategic thinking. Moreover, thanks to the course, I learned that when facing a given situation, it is useful to consider different approaches by evaluating the strengths, weaknesses, and opportunities inherent in each. As soon as I have the chance, I will continue to develop my skills in strategic thinking.
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Arunkumar
5.0
·Reviewed May 14, 2025
I highly recommend this course to students, professionals, or anyone looking to improve their decision-making and planning skills. It provides a strong foundation for strategic thinking in both personal and professional contexts.
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Orkhan
5.0
·Reviewed Feb 5, 2024
I really enjoyed in this course, and learned a lot about strategic thinking, and how to apply them in real work life. Thanks for all for their great effort!
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ousophea
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·Reviewed Jun 23, 2025
I reall like this course of strategic thinking. this course make me insight understanding about plan and consider of win-win strategy.
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Snaira
5.0
·Reviewed Mar 20, 2025
Takeaway: Not all tasks or goals are equally important. Strategic thinking helps prioritize what matters most.
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Sayon
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·Reviewed Aug 6, 2024
Such a great training I've experienced. Thanks Coursera for helping me achieve this program!
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Shubham
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·Reviewed Apr 8, 2025
Amazing content with practical case studies. Overall, it was a good learning experience.
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Fahd
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·Reviewed Apr 2, 2024
An excellent course that is well-written and easy to follow.
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Hoosen
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·Reviewed May 9, 2026
Excellent foundation and concepts of strategic thinking
