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: Strategic Communication, Target Audience, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Advertising Campaigns, Media Strategy, Communication Strategies, Campaign Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Branding, Earned Media, Brand Management, Paid media, Owned Media, Business Strategy, Shared Media, Employee Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Descriptive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics, Business Analytics, Database Management, Data Science, Relational Databases, Forecasting, Python Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Infosec
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Governance, Security Management, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Information Assurance, Leadership, Change Management, Business Leadership
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Tax Planning, Tax Management, Auditing, Tax Compliance, Income Tax, Financial Auditing, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Accounting Systems, Accounting Records, Financial Regulation, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Financial Controls, Reconciliation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, HubSpot CRM, Marketing Strategies, Web Content, Social Media Content, Paid media, Marketing, Digital Content, Content Creation, Target Audience, Marketing Analytics, Lead Generation, Newsletters, Digital Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, UI/UX Strategy, Marketing Automation
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Project Management Life Cycle, Decision Making, Leadership, Recognizing Others, Team Motivation, Communication Strategies, Strategic Decision-Making, Project Management, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, NIST 800-53, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, System Monitoring
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Organizational Skills, Scheduling, Project Coordination, Milestones (Project Management), Time Management, Project Management Software, Project Management, Delegation Skills, Data Visualization, Team Management, Dependency Analysis
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Communication, Leadership, Sales Presentations, Business Communication, Professional Development, Presentations, Trustworthiness, Emotional Intelligence, Target Audience
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Gmail, Data Analysis Software, Business Reporting, Email Automation, Document Management, Technical Communication, Productivity Software, Productivity, Computer Literacy, Trend Analysis, Verbal Strategic Communication, Data Visualization, Organizational Skills
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Project Scoping, Work Breakdown Structure, Requirements Management, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Controls, Project Planning, Project Estimation, Project Documentation, Complex Problem Solving, Stakeholder Engagement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Fundraising, Social Impact, Socioeconomics, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Program Evaluation, Public Policies, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Psychology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks