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.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Leadership, Growth Strategies, Organizational Structure, Change Management, Process Improvement and Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Regulatory Requirements, Lending and Underwriting, Compliance Management, Mortgage Loans, Commercial Lending, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Consumer Lending, Quality Control, AI Enablement, Decision Making, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Storyboarding, Canva (Software), Prompt Engineering, Copywriting, Generative AI, Content Creation, Marketing Strategies, Blogs, Marketing Psychology, Collaborative Software, AI Enablement, ChatGPT, Online Advertising, MarTech, Graphic Design, Brand Awareness, Artificial Intelligence, Search Engine Optimization, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Adobe Firefly, Generative AI, Photo Editing, Multimedia, Prompt Engineering, Content Creation, ChatGPT, Marketing Materials, Digital Media Strategy, Video Editing, Logo Design, Automation, E-Commerce
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Generative AI, Content Strategy, AI Enablement, Semantic Web, Workforce Development, Content Performance Analysis, Digital Marketing, Content Creation, Digital Content, Social Media, JSON
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Adobe Express, Multimedia, User Experience Design, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Visual Design, Diversity and Inclusion, Graphic Design, Creative Design, User Centered Design, Color Theory
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Closing (Sales), Sales, Selling Techniques, Marketing Psychology, Sales Process, Upselling, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Presentation, Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Customer Insights, Virtual Teams, Cross-Channel Marketing, Customer Relationship Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, People Development, Accountability, Constructive Feedback, Team Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, Empowerment, Project Implementation, Knowledge Transfer, Expectation Management, Productivity, Performance Improvement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Interactive Design, Canva (Software), Layout Design, Digital Design, Information Architecture, Browser Compatibility, Graphic and Visual Design, Typography, Design Strategies, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Quality Assurance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Portfolio Risk, Case Studies, Business Risk Management, Stakeholder Management, Corporate Sustainability, Governance, Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Stakeholder Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Waste Minimization, Sustainable Business, Investments, Climate Change Adaptation, Equities, Finance
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Typography, Creative Design, Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Employee Training, Workplace inclusivity, Management Training And Development, Talent Recruitment, Training and Development, Diversity Awareness, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Acquisition, Talent Sourcing, Active Listening, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks