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This course features Coursera Coach! A smarter way to learn with interactive, real-time conversations that help you test your knowledge, challenge assumptions, and deepen your understanding as you progress through the course. This course helps learners understand how DeepSeek AI can be applied to modern business strategy, enabling smarter decision-making in uncertain and fast-changing markets. You will gain the ability to think strategically, interpret complex environments, and integrate AI-driven insights into real business planning. The course begins with foundational strategic thinking, exploring VUCA, BANI, TUNA, and RUPT frameworks to understand uncertainty. Learners then examine how leaders redesign strategy cycles and embed adaptability into planning systems. The course then introduces DeepSeek AI setup, search capabilities, and mobile usage for real-time insights. Learners compare DeepSeek AI with ChatGPT and explore how prompt engineering improves output quality for business applications. This course is designed for business leaders, analysts, and entrepreneurs seeking to apply AI-driven strategy. No advanced technical background is required, though basic business understanding is helpful. Difficulty: intermediate. By the end of the course, you will be able to build AI-driven strategy, run market analysis, and optimize decisions with

Syllabus

Strategic Thinking in Business

In this module, we will explore the foundations of modern strategic thinking in business. We will examine how leaders interpret uncertainty using established environmental models. We will also learn to design adaptable strategies that incorporate volatility and complexity.

Getting Started with DeepSeek AI

In this module, we will introduce DeepSeek AI and its core functionalities for business users. We will learn how to navigate its tools, features, and applications across platforms. We will also compare its capabilities with other AI systems to identify strategic advantages.

Prompt Engineering & Creative Control

In this module, we will explore how prompt engineering shapes AI-generated outcomes. We will examine key controls that influence precision, creativity, and reliability of responses. We will also develop practical frameworks for crafting high-impact prompts.

Strategic Analytics for Business Using DeepSeek AI

In this module, we will dive into advanced analytics for strategic business decision-making. We will explore how DeepSeek AI supports market research, financial evaluation, and customer insights. We will also learn to build structured strategy systems aligned with business objectives.

DeepSeek in Marketing Workflow

In this module, we will explore how DeepSeek AI transforms modern marketing workflows. We will learn to generate content, optimize campaigns, and improve audience targeting. We will also build structured marketing systems powered by AI insights and automation.

Responsible AI & Strategic Leadership

In this module, we will examine the ethical and governance aspects of using DeepSeek AI. We will explore how responsible AI practices shape secure and compliant business strategies. We will also understand how leaders can integrate AI responsibly into organizational decision-making.