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      Starweaver

      Relationship Management and Business Development

      Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Cross Selling, Business Communication, Relationship Building, New Business Development, Professional Networking, Upselling, Business Relationship Management, Client Services, Account Management, B2B Sales, Business Development, Customer Relationship Management, Strategic Partnership, Market Opportunities, Active Listening, Customer Insights

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      155 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Virginia

      Business Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Plan Execution, Business Strategies, Mergers & Acquisitions, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Planning, Business Ethics, Peer Review, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Development, Business Planning, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Business Research, Project Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      4.5K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Business and Marketing Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Design, Marketing Strategies, Business Operations, Operational Excellence, Marketing Planning, Manufacturing Operations, Strategic Marketing, Process Mapping, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Business Ethics, Social Sciences, International Relations, Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Environmental Issue, Business, Political Sciences

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      334 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    • U

      University of Virginia

      Business Growth Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Development, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Innovation, Organizational Strategy, Market Dynamics, Competitive Analysis, Market Opportunities, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Valuation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      686 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Business Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Return On Investment, Operational Efficiency, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Finance, Human Capital, Go To Market Strategy, Process Analysis, Branding, People Management, Financial Reporting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Operational Performance Management, Consumer Behaviour, Leadership and Management, Marketing Planning, Peer Review, Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      26K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free
      T

      The State University of New York

      Launch Your Online Business

      Skills you'll gain: Branding, Brand Strategy, Media Production, Entrepreneurship, Content Creation, Marketing, Web Content, Copywriting, Business Modeling, Public Relations, Presentations, Customer Engagement, Promotional Strategies, Value Propositions, E-Commerce, Web Design and Development, Business Planning, Marketing Strategies, Content Strategy, Customer Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      825 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
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      Google

      Google Project Management:

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Project Scoping, Project Closure, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Agile Project Management, Project Controls, Quality Monitoring, Backlogs, Team Management, Project Documentation, Agile Methodology, Communication Planning, Project Risk Management, Project Schedules, Change Management, Milestones (Project Management), Organizational Structure

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      128K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • M

      Michigan State University

      How to Start Your Own Business

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Value Propositions, Business Planning, Design Thinking, Ideation, Financial Accounting, Innovation, Income Statement, Entrepreneurship, Brainstorming, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Modeling, Product Development, Balance Sheet, Market Opportunities, Verification And Validation, Creative Thinking, Lean Methodologies, Open Mindset, Resource Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Salesforce

      Salesforce Sales Development Representative

      Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Prospecting and Qualification, Customer Relationship Management, Lead Generation, Sales Development, Time Management, Business Writing, Salesforce, Writing, Cold Calling, Sales Prospecting, Growth Mindedness, Verbal Communication Skills, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Communication

      Build toward a degree

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      549 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of New Mexico

      International Business I

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, International Relations, Political Sciences, Economic Development, Global Marketing, Socioeconomics, Cultural Diversity, Economics, Business, Financial Market

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Business Analysis & Process Management

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Business Process, Business Analysis, Process Mapping, Workflow Management, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Modeling, Business Process Management, Stakeholder Management

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      6.5K reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Virginia

      Entrepreneurship: Growing Your Business

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Design Thinking, Annual Reports, Innovation, Process Design, Business Modeling, Business Process, Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Courage, Leadership Development, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Organizational Leadership

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      7.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business development courses

      • Relationship Management and Business Development : Starweaver
      • Business Strategy: University of Virginia
      • Business and Marketing Strategies: University of London
      • Business Growth Strategy: University of Virginia
      • Business Foundations: University of Pennsylvania
      • Launch Your Online Business: The State University of New York
      • Google Project Management:: Google
      • How to Start Your Own Business: Michigan State University
      • Salesforce Sales Development Representative: Salesforce
      • International Business I: University of New Mexico

      Frequently Asked Questions about Business Development

      Coursera’s Business Development courses can help equip learners with essential skills to drive business growth and enhance competitive advantage:

      • Strategic planning to identify and seize new business opportunities
      • Sales and negotiation techniques to secure profitable deals
      • Partnership management for effective collaboration with stakeholders
      • Market analysis skills to assess and act on market trends
      • Project management tools to oversee and deliver business initiatives
      • Techniques for effective communication and leadership within a business context‎

      Business Development courses on Coursera cater to a range of backgrounds:

      • Beginners without prior business experience can learn the fundamentals of business growth strategies.
      • Intermediate learners can enhance their skills in specific areas like negotiation or market analysis.
      • Advanced professionals can refine their strategic planning and leadership skills to manage larger projects or teams.‎

      Coursera’s Business Development courses learners can earn credentials that reflect their growing expertise:

      • Professional certificates that showcase your capability to drive business growth
      • Specializations that focus on specific aspects of business development, such as digital marketing or international expansion
      • Certificates that demonstrate your commitment to enhancing your business acumen and strategic skills‎

      Skills acquired through Business Development courses can lead to various roles across industries:

      • Business Development Manager, driving new sales strategies and expanding market reach
      • Account Manager, maintaining and growing relationships with key clients
      • Strategic Planner, guiding business initiatives based on thorough market analysis
      • Corporate Development Officer, managing mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic decisions
      • Entrepreneur, launching and growing your own business ventures‎

      Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including business development. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

      This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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