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.

Corporate Finance Institute
Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Management Framework, Financial Services, Risk Management, Banking, Risk Analysis, Financial Systems, Risk Mitigation
★ 4.8 (81) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Business, Market Dynamics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Business Strategy, Business Operations, Business Acumen, Logistics Management, Business Economics, Business Marketing, Business Modeling, Gross Profit, Strategic Thinking, Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Value Propositions, Decision Making, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Decision-Making
★ 4.9 (75) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Loyalty Programs, Marketing Budgets, Brand Loyalty, Customer Acquisition Management, Competitive Analysis, Customer Analysis, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Marketing, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Data Management, Marketing Channel, Marketing Analytics, Online Advertising, Customer Engagement, Marketing Effectiveness, AI Personalization, Data Ethics, Digital Marketing
★ 4.5 (62) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Business Reporting, Data Storytelling, Compliance Reporting, Data Visualization, Performance Reporting, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Regulations, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Communication, Corporate Communications, Regulatory Requirements, Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Issue, Report Writing, Auditors Report, Return On Investment
★ 4.7 (46) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Sustainable Development, Spreadsheet Software, Professional Development, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Data Presentation, Trend Analysis, Business Writing, Writing, Professionalism, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Issue, Public Relations, Product Lifecycle Management, Presentations, Communication, Constructive Feedback
★ 4.5 (73) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Infographics, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Content Creation, Visual Design, Design, Video Editing, Graphic Design, Graphics Software, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design Software
★ 4.7 (92) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Prioritization, Project Management Software, Workflow Management, Productivity Software, Project Management
★ 4.3 (114) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Training Programs, Education and Training, Smart Goals, Community Health, Train The Trainer, Educational Materials, Health Education, Adult Education, Needs Assessment, Planning, Case Management
★ 4.7 (91) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Western Australia
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Programs, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Training, Workforce Planning, Workplace inclusivity, Employee Engagement, Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Talent Sourcing, Workforce Development, Human Resource Strategy, Intercultural Competence, Talent Acquisition, Interviewing Skills, Data Collection, Drive Engagement
★ 4.3 (104) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

STARWEAVER
Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Business Writing, Concision, Non-Verbal Communication, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Team Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Interpersonal Communications, Empathy, Responsible AI, Cultural Sensitivity, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, Communication, Technical Documentation, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Engagement, Marketing Communications, Media and Communications
★ 4.7 (41) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Labor Law, Contract Review, Arbitration, Labor Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Contract Compliance, Contract Management, Legal Risk, Compensation Management, Case Law, Mitigation
★ 4.9 (64) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Governance, Peer Review, Strategic Planning, Performance Measurement, Performance Review, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Performance Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Analysis, Resource Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Fundraising, Resource Allocation, Case Studies, Leadership, Team Leadership, Analysis, Risk Management, Due Diligence
★ 4.5 (80) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months