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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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    ISC2

    Access Control

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, Security Controls, User Provisioning, Data Access, Security Awareness, Multi-Factor Authentication

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Michigan

    Human Capital: Strategic HR and Managing Talent

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Human Resource Strategy, Change Management, Talent Management, Organizational Strategy, HR Tech, Crisis Management, Talent Acquisition, Workforce Development, Team Management, Leadership Development, People Analytics, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Mentorship

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introducción a Facebook Ads Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Budgets, Advertising, Social Media Management, Social Media, Budget Management, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising, Social Media Campaigns

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Coursera

    Build and Execute an Organisational AI Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Governance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Innovation, Operational Efficiency, Performance Improvement

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    34 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    نماذج تقييم الأداء | Performance Management Models

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Employee Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Smart Goals, Performance Review, Performance Improvement, Performance Measurement, Management Training And Development, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Gobierno corporativo: normatividad aplicable

    Skills you'll gain: Annual Reports, Governance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Regulation, Accountability, Business Ethics, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Financial Reporting

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Impact: Multiculturalism

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Marketing, Cultural Diversity, Workplace inclusivity, Consumer Behaviour, Cultural Sensitivity, Global Marketing, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Responsiveness, Marketing, Advertising, Team Leadership, Target Market, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategies, Branding, Communication Strategies

    Build toward a degree

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    American Psychological Association

    Psychology in Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Public Policies, Diversity Awareness, Compassion, Sociology, Culture, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Mental Health, Resilience, Critical Thinking, Human Development, Behavioral Health, Personal Development, Social Sciences, Empathy, Mindfulness, Interpersonal Communications, Relationship Building

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    K

    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Prompt Engineering, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Spreadsheet Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Workflow Management, Artificial Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, Data Transformation, Customer Data Management, Productivity, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Data Management, Leadership Development

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create Successful Pinterest Pins for Business in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, Canva (Software), Content Creation, Social Media Content, Storytelling, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Graphic Design, Digital Publishing, Driving engagement, Marketing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Interactive Brokers

    Basics Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Consumer Behaviour, Economics, Business Economics, Socioeconomics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Board Infinity

    Mastering HR Competencies & Case Studies for SHRM Exams Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, People Development, Organizational Change, Leadership Development, Human Capital, Organizational Development, Professional Networking, Workforce Development, Lifelong Learning, Innovation, Case Studies, Change Management, Time Management, Learning Strategies, Emerging Technologies, Branding

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Access Control: ISC2
  • Human Capital: Strategic HR and Managing Talent: University of Michigan
  • Introducción a Facebook Ads Manager: Coursera
  • Build and Execute an Organisational AI Strategy: Coursera
  • نماذج تقييم الأداء | Performance Management Models : Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Gobierno corporativo: normatividad aplicable: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Global Impact: Multiculturalism: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Psychology in Everyday Life: American Psychological Association
  • Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Create Successful Pinterest Pins for Business in Canva: Coursera

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