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 Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Payment Systems, Payment Processing, Financial Inclusion, FinTech, Mobile Banking, Emerging Technologies, Mobile Security, Transaction Processing, Security Controls, Innovation, Encryption, Digital Assets, Value Propositions
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Marketing Effectiveness, Goal Setting, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Content Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Metrics, Performance Measurement, Web Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Accountability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Business Leadership, Innovation, Market Research, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Strategy, Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Business Planning, Business Development, Leadership and Management, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Business Management, Organizational Change
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Hotel Operations, Hospitality Management, Business Planning, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Standards, Waste Minimization, Community Development, Environmental Resource Management, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Case Studies, Creative Problem-Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Business Risk Management, Dealing With Ambiguity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Target Audience, Digital Marketing, Performance Analysis, Content Creation, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Customer Engagement, Instagram, Performance Metric, Brand Management, Facebook, Trend Analysis, LinkedIn, Business Metrics, Crisis Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, Content Strategy, Web Content, Content Creation, User Experience, Competitive Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Business Communication, Professional Development, Communication, Proactivity, Personal Development, Professional Networking, digital literacy, Planning, Lifelong Learning, Self-Awareness, Design Thinking, Branding, Creative Thinking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, AI Personalization, Marketing Automation, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Marketing, Blogs, Content Creation, Web Analytics and SEO, Customer experience improvement, Web Content, Social Media, Customer Engagement, Generative AI, Automation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Accounting Systems, Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements, Accounting Records, General Accounting, Bookkeeping, Ledgers (Accounting), Standard Accounting Practices, General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Excel Formulas, Transaction Processing, Microsoft Excel
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Business Ethics, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Management, Strategic Thinking, Information Privacy, Market Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Governance, Strategic Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Market Analysis, Diversity and Inclusion, Regulatory Requirements, Social Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Risk Management, Balance Sheet, Accounts Receivable, Business Risk Management, Credit Risk, Income Statement, Financial Acumen, Operational Risk, Resource Allocation, Proposal Development, Cash Management, Capital Budgeting, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Operational Efficiency, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months