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.

Skills you'll gain: Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Software Development Life Cycle, Cloud-Native Computing, Software Architecture, Browser Compatibility, User Centered Design, React Redux, CI/CD, Cloud Applications, Responsive Web Design, Cloud Development, NoSQL, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Webpack, Application Development, MongoDB, Web Design and Development, HTML and CSS, Engineering Software
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Vendor Management, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting Software, Inventory and Warehousing, Payroll Processing, Financial Reporting, Business Reporting, Customer Data Management, Management Reporting, Financial Analysis, Payroll, Billing & Invoicing, Sales Management, Project Accounting, Small Business Accounting, Accounting Systems, Business Software, Business, Business Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Finance, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Business, Business Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership and Management
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Tableau Software, Business Reporting, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Communications, Interviewing Skills, LinkedIn, Presentations, Performance Improvement, Performance Analysis
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Supplier Management, E-Commerce, WordPress, No-Code Development, Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Web Design, Content Management Systems, Order Management Systems, Shipping and Receiving
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Branding, Brand Strategy, Graphic Design, Target Audience, Marketing Materials, Social Media, Scheduling, Presentations, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Project Performance, Communication Planning, Change Control, Project Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Scope Management, Change Management, Project Documentation, Project Closure, Stakeholder Communications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: IT Infrastructure, Operating System Administration, Computer Networking, Desktop Support, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Remote Access Systems, Network Security, OSI Models, Hardening, Package and Software Management, Cybersecurity, Disaster Recovery, User Accounts, File Systems, TCP/IP, Computer Security Awareness Training, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, Software Installation
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Revenue Recognition, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Accrual Accounting, Infographics, Cash Flows, Accounting, Data Collection, Data Quality, Business Analytics, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Business Analysis, Big Data, Analytics, Asset Management, Data Analysis, Intellectual Property, Network Model
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, MarTech, Digital Transformation, Digital Advertising, E-Commerce, Consumer Behaviour, Product Development, Product Promotion, Innovation, Customer Engagement
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Revenue Recognition, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Agile Methodology, Governance, Waterfall Methodology, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Management Training And Development, Accrual Accounting, Business Management, Project Planning, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Ethics, Project Management Life Cycle, Cash Flows, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Project Management
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Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Content Development and Management, Content Creation, Web Analytics, Social Media Management, Content Strategy, AI Personalization, Web Analytics and SEO, Market Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks