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Business Plan Courses

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.


Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


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    Google Cloud

    Enterprise Database Migration

    Skills you'll gain: Database Architecture and Administration, Cloud Computing Architecture, Oracle Databases, Data Migration, Microsoft SQL Servers, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing, Database Management, Databases, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Security, Enterprise Application Management, Virtual Machines

    4.3
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    37 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Logistics Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Logistics, Logistics Management, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Transportation Management, Supply Chain Systems, Inventory and Warehousing, Order Fulfillment, Relationship Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Cash Flows, Complex Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Applying Python for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Probability & Statistics, Business Analytics, Data Transformation, Statistics, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Import/Export, Python Programming

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Maximizing Success: Mastering the Art of Goal Setting

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Adaptability, Empowerment, Business Priorities, Professional Development, Productivity, Performance Metric, Verbal Communication Skills, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Communication, Personal Development, Expectation Management, Milestones (Project Management), Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Time Management, Self-Motivation, Strategic Thinking, Problem Solving

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Building Smarter Data Pipelines: SQL, Spark, Kafka & GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Kafka, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Microsoft SQL Servers, Snowflake Schema, Star Schema, Performance Tuning, Data Pipelines, Cloud Computing Architecture, Business Intelligence, Real Time Data, Apache Hadoop, Data Modeling, Data Quality, Responsible AI, Apache Spark, SQL, Generative AI, Data Governance, Quality Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Workday

    Workday Payroll for Business Users

    Skills you'll gain: Workday (Software), Payroll Processing, Payroll, Payroll Systems, Payroll Administration, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Benefits Administration, Human Resources Software, Business Reporting, Workflow Management, Ad Hoc Reporting, Business Process, Compensation and Benefits, Organizational Structure, Data Entry, Staff Management, Data Maintenance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northeastern University

    Future Healthcare Payment Models

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Care Management, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Policy, Medicaid, Stakeholder Analysis, Payment Systems, Medicare, Performance Measurement, Cost Management, Insurance, Risk Management, Innovation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    55 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Natural Language Processing and Capstone Assignment

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Social Media, Text Mining, Cloud Computing, Unstructured Data, Big Data, Business Analytics, Data Science, Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Internet Of Things, Deep Learning

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Financial Reporting: Ledgers, Taxes, Auditing Best Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Tax Planning, Tax Management, Auditing, Tax Compliance, Income Tax, Financial Auditing, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Accounting Systems, Accounting Records, Financial Regulation, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Financial Controls, Reconciliation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Rochester

    The Power of Markets III: Input Markets and Promoting Efficiency

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Economics, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Price Negotiation, Public Policies, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Strategic Thinking

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    42 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Earth Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Tax, Environmental Issue, International Relations, Trend Analysis, Investments, Policy Development, Behavioral Economics, Supply And Demand, Data Collection

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Using Animations and Transitions in Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Office, Quick Learning, Data Literacy, Communication, Business Strategy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Enterprise Database Migration: Google Cloud
  • Logistics Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Applying Python for Data Analysis: Coursera
  • Maximizing Success: Mastering the Art of Goal Setting : Starweaver
  • Building Smarter Data Pipelines: SQL, Spark, Kafka & GenAI: Coursera
  • Workday Payroll for Business Users: Workday
  • Future Healthcare Payment Models: Northeastern University
  • Natural Language Processing and Capstone Assignment: University of California, Irvine
  • Financial Reporting: Ledgers, Taxes, Auditing Best Practices: Coursera
  • The Power of Markets III: Input Markets and Promoting Efficiency: University of Rochester

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