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: Budget Management, Account Strategy, Productivity Software, Financial Management, Financial Data, Administrative Support, Sales Process, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Customer Service, Account Management, Microsoft Copilot, Budgeting, Client Services, Content Management, AI Personalization, Microsoft 365, Relationship Building, Customer Insights, Generative AI
Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Data Modeling, Databases, Business Intelligence, Big Data, Business Analysis, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Insurance, Risk Management, Wealth Management, Financial Planning, Economics, Risk Analysis, Finance, Human Capital, Trustworthiness, Case Studies, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Florida
Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Performance Review, Team Building, Employee Performance Management, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Team Management, People Management, Interpersonal Communications, Interviewing Skills, Writing, Leadership
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: General Science and Research, Analytical Skills, Data Science, Communication, Technical Communication, Record Keeping, Critical Thinking, Technical Writing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Resilience, Personal Development, Time Management, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Productivity, Cultural Sensitivity, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Business Ethics, Leadership Development, Business Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Professional Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Lifelong Learning, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Looker (Software), Real Time Data, Analytics, Google Ads, Data Analysis, Customer Insights, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Performance Analysis, Customer Retention, E-Commerce
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Logistics, Transportation Operations, Procurement, Inventory and Warehousing, Warehouse Management, Manufacturing Operations
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Canva (Software), Video Production, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Digital Content, Motion Graphics, Animations, Multimedia, Storytelling, Typography, Branding, Drive Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, Customer Data Management, Application Programming Interface (API), Market Data, Personally Identifiable Information, Web Analytics, Information Privacy, API Gateway, Data Integration, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Advertising
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Project Controls, Procurement, Scope Management, Earned Value Management, Project Management, Project Schedules, Cost Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Planning, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Management, Project Performance, Scheduling, Cost Estimation, Communication, Quality Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Storyboarding, Storytelling, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Creative Cloud, Conceptual Design, Visual Design, Prompt Engineering, Creative Design, Creative Thinking, Collaborative Software, Design Thinking, Collaboration, Generative AI, Branding, Workflow Management, Communication, Asset Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks