Competitive Analysis is a critical research methodology that involves assessing the strategies and attributes of competing businesses or products. Coursera's Competitive Analysis catalogue teaches you how to conduct insightful competitive analysis to make informed business decisions. You'll learn to analyze competitors' strengths and weaknesses, understand market trends, evaluate market opportunities, and formulate effective business strategies. This skillset is useful for those in marketing, product development, strategic planning, and other business roles where understanding the competitive landscape is key to success. It includes hands-on experience in utilizing tools and frameworks like SWOT, Porter's Five Forces, and PESTEL, among others.