Business model courses can help you learn value proposition design, revenue streams, customer segmentation, and competitive analysis. You can build skills in crafting business strategies, financial forecasting, and operational planning. Many courses introduce tools like the Business Model Canvas and SWOT analysis, which can aid in visualizing and refining your business ideas. You'll also explore methods for testing assumptions and iterating on your models to ensure they align with market needs.

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Business Reporting, SAS (Software), Interactive Data Visualization, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Storytelling, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Data Warehousing, Cloud Computing, Big Data, Machine Learning, Data Import/Export
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Dashboard, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Tableau Software, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Analytics, Data Visualization, Business Process Improvement, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The Open University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Ideation, Systems Thinking, Sustainable Development, Creative Thinking, Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Modeling, Stakeholder Analysis, Critical Thinking, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Cognitive flexibility, Sustainability Standards, Business Systems Analysis, Business Continuity, Value Propositions, Process Mapping, Design Thinking, Problem Solving
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Employee Engagement, User Feedback, Microsoft 365, Business Intelligence Software, Performance Analysis, Internal Communications, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Business Software, Market Research, User Research, Data Analysis Software, Business Strategy
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Sustainability Standards, Business Reporting, Annual Reports, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Social Impact, Climate Change Mitigation, Marketing Management, Accounting, Marketing, Communication
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Performance Measurement, Workflow Management, Business Process Improvement, Performance Improvement, Business Process, Process Optimization, Process Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Service Improvement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Process Mapping, Automation, Organizational Skills, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Anomaly Detection, Model Deployment, Image Analysis, Google Cloud Platform, Computer Vision, Data Import/Export, AI Enablement, Data Management
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Data Security, Information Assurance, Authentications, Network Protocols
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Business Operations, Resource Allocation, Spreadsheet Software, Automation, Management Reporting, Project Controls, Workflow Management, Data Management
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Data Visualization, User Feedback, Customer experience improvement, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Customer Service, Google Workspace, Trend Analysis, Performance Analysis, Analysis
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Management Consulting, Artificial Intelligence, Business Consulting, Consulting, ChatGPT, Technical Consulting, AI Enablement, Microsoft Copilot, Quality Assurance, Market Research, Large Language Modeling, Automation, Technical Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Standards, Sustainability Reporting, Energy and Utilities, Occupational Safety And Health, Water Sustainability, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Water Resource Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Cost Benefit Analysis, Return On Investment, Goal Setting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months