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On-demand: Scenario planning and forecasting

Scenario planning and forecasting 2026

Description

Designed for busy professionals, this self-paced, on-demand course allows you to learn whenever and wherever suits you. It introduces techniques for scenario planning and judgmental forecasting, helping you prepare for a range of possible futures and predict the likelihood of events that matter to you. With expert insights and practical frameworks, the programme helps you deal with uncertainty and make better long-term decisions. Throughout, videos and podcasts featuring The Economist’s journalists bring a distinctive perspective to the trends shaping the future, while prominent futurists provide the view from industry. By the end of the programme, you will be better equipped to challenge assumptions, evaluate risks and opportunities, and make your organisation more resilient. You will have the chance to complete a short quiz to earn a digital badge that recognises your work.

Earning Criteria

Participation

Successfully completed the course