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 Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Histogram, Advanced Analytics, Spatial Analysis, Scatter Plots, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Business Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Forecasting
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Graphic Design, Brainstorming, Verbal Communication Skills, Presentations, Communication, Marketing Materials, English Language, Advertising, Advertising Sales, Business Correspondence, Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Business Writing, Marketing Communications, Business Communication, Business Marketing, Communication Strategies, Marketing, Professional Networking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Meal Planning And Preparation, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Cooking, Calendar Management, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Prompt Engineering, Time Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Mergers & Acquisitions, Legal Strategy, Commercial Laws, Governance, Legal Risk, Case Law, Corporate Finance, Business Ethics, Civil Law, Contract Review, Partnership Accounting, Organizational Structure, Analysis, Business
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting Records, Bookkeeping, General Accounting, Accounting Systems, General Ledger, Accrual Accounting, Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Reconciliation, Transaction Processing, Balance Sheet, Journals, Income Statement
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Performance Review, Team Performance Management, Google Workspace, Productivity Software, Employee Performance Management, Performance Improvement, Process Development, Team Motivation, Employee Surveys, Workflow Management, Business, Business Strategy
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Goal Setting, Nutrition and Diet, Professional Development, Personal Development, Organizational Skills, English Language, Planning, Technical Communication, Product Knowledge, Productivity, Language Learning, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Media and Communications, Customer Service, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency, Retail Sales, Health And Wellness Coaching
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

The Pennsylvania State University
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Sustainability Standards, Manufacturing and Production, Market Dynamics, Water Resource Management, Business Economics, Biotechnology, Production Management, Environmental Management Systems, Climate Change Mitigation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, New Business Development, Corporate Strategy, Corporate Finance, New Product Development, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Value Propositions
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Loans, Finance, Mortgage Loans, Financial Modeling, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Spreadsheet Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Network Security, Business Software, Computer Hardware, Cybersecurity, Microsoft Office, Desktop Support, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support and Services, Technical Support, Hardware Troubleshooting, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Collaborative Software, System Support, Network Protocols, TCP/IP, Application Security, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Analysis, Process Mapping, Customer Insights, Process Design, Customer Support, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Operations, Business Process, Web Analytics, Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours