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Decision Making Courses

Decision making courses can help you learn analytical thinking, risk assessment, strategic planning, and effective communication techniques. You can build skills in evaluating options, forecasting outcomes, and making data-driven choices. Many courses introduce tools like decision trees, SWOT analysis, and cost-benefit analysis, which assist in structuring your thought process and improving clarity in complex situations.

Popular Decision Making Courses and Certifications


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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Tools for Exploratory Data Analysis in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Business Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Analytical Skills, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Extract, Transform, Load, Analytics, Data Manipulation, Descriptive Statistics, Data Processing, SQL, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)

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    Macquarie University

    Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel: Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Sample Size Determination, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Sampling (Statistics), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Box Plots, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Analytics, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Variance Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Root Cause Analysis: Principles and Benefits

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Continuous Improvement Process, Product Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Improvement, Product Quality (QA/QC), Process Improvement, Operational Excellence, Proactivity, Process Improvement and Optimization, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Culture Transformation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Accountability, Executive Presence, Decision Making, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Trustworthiness, Succession Planning, Risk Management, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Diversity and Inclusion, Professional Networking, Business Relationship Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Relationship Building, Leadership

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Tables, Data & Networking in iOS

    Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), JSON, Apple iOS, iOS Development, Data Persistence, Data Store, Network Model, Database Application, Mobile Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Modeling, UI Components, Network Protocols, User Interface (UI)

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Gestão de Marca & Crise de Imagem

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Decision Making, Brand Management, Branding, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Brand Strategy, Communication, Communication Strategies, Management Information Systems, Vulnerability, Auditing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Market Research and Competitive Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Competitive Intelligence, Persona Development, Market Analysis, Customer Analysis, Market Intelligence, Market Opportunities, Business Research, AI Product Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Product Management, Product Development, Target Audience, Product Strategy, Gap Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Financing Infrastructure in African Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Management, Finance, Financial Policy, Risk Analysis, Fiscal Management, Community Development, Capital Expenditure, Decision Making, Financial Systems, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Tax Management, Tax, Revenue Management, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Impact from digital transformation: A Nano course

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Consumer Behaviour, Organizational Change, Leadership, Predictive Modeling, Forecasting, Market Analysis, Emerging Technologies, Business Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Project Controls, Project Documentation, Business Analysis Tools, Stakeholder Communications, Project Coordination, Requirements Management, Earned Value Management, Project Performance, Team Oriented, Plan Execution, Risk Management, Acceptance Testing, Product Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership Studies, Kanban Principles, Waterfall Methodology, Team Leadership, Communication Planning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Building Autonomous AI Agents with LangGraph

    Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, LangChain, Agentic systems, AI Workflows, OpenAI API, Agentic Workflows, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, User Interface (UI), Python Programming, Context Management, Development Environment

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Marketing Analysis and KPIs

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Market Research, Target Audience, Target Market, Dashboard, Return On Investment, Value Propositions, Smart Goals, Business Strategy, Cross-Channel Marketing, Concision, Variance Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Data Collection, Strategic Decision-Making

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular decision making courses

  • Tools for Exploratory Data Analysis in Business: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel: Essentials: Macquarie University
  • Root Cause Analysis: Principles and Benefits: Coursera
  • Principles of Leadership: Leading Technical Organizations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Tables, Data & Networking in iOS: LearnQuest
  • Gestão de Marca & Crise de Imagem: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Market Research and Competitive Analysis: Microsoft
  • Financing Infrastructure in African Cities: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
  • Impact from digital transformation: A Nano course: 28DIGITAL
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM): Packt

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