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 California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Combinatorics, Network Analysis, Algorithms, Mathematical Modeling, Traffic Flow Optimization, Program Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Product Strategy, Product Planning, Product Marketing, Marketing Communications, Product Lining, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Media Planning, Go To Market Strategy, Marketing Planning, Brand Strategy, Product Promotion, Marketing Channel, Competitive Analysis, Brand Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Promotional Strategies, Market Share
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Digital Transformation, Digital Analysis, Software As A Service, Innovation, Software Development, Network Analysis, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, E-Commerce, Value Propositions, Decision Making, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Storyboarding, Canva (Software), Prompt Engineering, Copywriting, Marketing Collateral, Generative AI, Visual Storytelling, Content Optimization, AI powered creativity, Content Creation, AI Personalization, Animations, Marketing Strategies, ChatGPT, Graphic Design, Brand Awareness, Artificial Intelligence, Search Engine Optimization, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry, Data Manipulation, Expense Management, Budgeting, Inventory Management System, Data Management, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Business Reporting, Risk Analysis, Cash Flows, Predictive Analytics, Financial Forecasting, Balance Sheet, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Financial Management, Performance Metric, Financial Planning, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Auditing, Auditing, Auditors Report, External Auditing, Certified Public Accountant, Audit Planning, Public Accounting, Quality Assessment, Quality Assurance and Control, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Financial Statements, Financial Reporting, Risk Analysis, Market Dynamics
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Communication, Leadership Studies, Advocacy, Social Impact, Empowerment, Behavior Management, Overcoming Objections, Negotiation, Action Oriented, Drive Engagement
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Taiwan University
Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Software Installation, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Design Software, Computer Graphic Techniques, Graphical Tools, Technical Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Accrual Accounting, Accruals, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Revenue Recognition, Inventory Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Depreciation, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Contract Accounting, Accounting, Cash Control, Standard Accounting Practices, Technical Accounting, Cash Flows, General Accounting, Accounts Payable
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Google Docs, Collaborative Software, Document Management, Google Workspace, Data Sharing, Data Integration
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Insper
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Acumen, Balance Sheet, Gross Profit, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Return On Investment, Administration, Finance, Financial Management, Accounting, Cash Flows, Cost Accounting, Cost Benefit Analysis, Operating Cost, Operating Expense
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months