Business plan courses can help you learn market analysis, financial forecasting, operational planning, and effective pitching techniques. You can build skills in identifying target audiences, crafting value propositions, and developing marketing strategies. Many courses introduce tools like SWOT analysis, business model canvases, and financial modeling software, which can enhance your ability to create comprehensive and persuasive business plans.

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Product Knowledge, Communication, Sales Enablement, Sales, Non-Verbal Communication, General Sales Practices, Sales Strategy, Microsoft Copilot, Personalized Service, Value Propositions, Customer Relationship Management, AI Enablement
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Cross-Channel Marketing, Customer Analysis, Target Audience, Marketing Effectiveness, Campaign Management, Data Presentation, Performance Measurement, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Analysis, Marketing Budgets, Model Evaluation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Valuation, Excel Formulas, Finance, Investments, Private Equity, Securities (Finance), Entrepreneurship, Cash Flows, Risk Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Creo Incubator
Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Stress Management, Empathy, Composure, Compassion, Conflict Management, Relationship Building, Personal Development, Resilience, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Presentations, Product Demonstration, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI, Storytelling, Brand Strategy, Responsible AI, Branding, Proposal Development, Brand Management, Visual Design, Content Creation, Creative Design, Graphic Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Personalized Service, Marketing Communications, Customer Communications Management, Content Development and Management, Customer Engagement, Promotions and Campaigns
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Productivity Software, Administrative Support, Sales Process, Customer Service, AI Personalization, Sales Management, Sales, Customer Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Process Mapping, Account Management, Microsoft Copilot, File Management, Communication, Brainstorming, Scheduling
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Case Studies, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Drive Engagement, Growth Strategies, Social Media Campaigns, Customer Engagement, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Video Production, Content Creation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Consulting, Business Consulting, Management Consulting, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Project Management, Case Studies, Team Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Accounts Receivable, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Accounting Records, Invoicing, Billing & Invoicing, Cash Flows, Cash Management, Management Reporting, Financial Forecasting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Reconciliation, Variance Analysis, Cash Control, Internal Controls, Asset Protection, Accounting Records, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Controls, Investigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Express, Presentations, Adobe Firefly, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Cloud, Content Creation, Responsible AI, Creative Design, Adobe Photoshop, Document Management, Visual Design, Digital Publishing, AI Workflows, Brand Awareness, Storytelling, Branding, Constructive Feedback, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks