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Business Plan Courses

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.

Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Office, Technical Documentation, Document Management, Business Writing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Management, Business Communication, Business Development

    4.5 stars, 62 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (62) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Emotional Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy, Professional Development, Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Team Management, Decision Making

    4.3 stars, 72 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Virtual Teams, Meeting Facilitation

    4.2 stars, 39 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (39) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Analítica de Procesos: Optimización desde los Datos

    Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Process, Process Optimization, Business Process Modeling, Process Improvement, Process Modeling, Performance Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Performance Metric, Performance Measurement, Simulation and Simulation Software, Waste Minimization, Automation

    4.7 stars, 103 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (103) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • I

    Interactive Brokers

    ESG Investing: Setting Standards & Conducting Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Business, Investment Management, Environmental Regulations, Sustainability Reporting, Business Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Issue, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Analysis, Investments, Social Impact, Water Sustainability, Corporate Strategy, Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Financial Market

    4.5 stars, 72 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Teamwork and Creativity

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Creativity, Ideation, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Persuasive Communication, Cognitive flexibility, Teamwork, Team Oriented, Influencing, Communication, Team Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Collaboration, Storytelling, Decision Making

    4.7 stars, 65 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (65) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Project Management and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Project Portfolio Management, Negotiation, Agile Methodology, Product Roadmaps, Project Management, Agile Project Management, Leadership Studies, Leadership and Management, Project Performance, Product Lifecycle Management, Project Risk Management, Innovation, Auditing, Product Management, New Product Development, Team Leadership, Product Development, Leadership

    4.8 stars, 55 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (55) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Gobierno Corporativo

    Skills you'll gain: Annual Reports, Governance, Corporate Accounting, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Management, Financial Regulations, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Management Reporting, Regulatory Compliance, Accountability, Accountability Frameworks, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Financial Accounting, Organizational Structure, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.8 stars, 87 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (87) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Leadership d'excellence par le sport de haut niveau

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Leadership Development, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Action Oriented, Performance Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Coaching, Self-Awareness, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting, Decision Making

    4.7 stars, 182 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (182) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • Y

    Yonsei University

    Applying Investment Decision Rules for Startups

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Business Valuation, Financial Modeling, Cash Flows, Cash Flow Forecasting, Project Finance, Financial Statement Analysis, Project Estimation, Corporate Finance, Decision Making, Microsoft Excel, Derivatives

    4.6 stars, 88 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (88) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Create website videos with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Product Demonstration, Web Content, Video Production, Marketing Materials, Graphic Design, Data Visualization, Content Creation, Shared Media, Video Editing, Web Design, Storytelling, Content Marketing

    4.5 stars, 80 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (80) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Free
    Free
  • S

    SkillUp

    AI SEO: Mastering Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Content Performance Analysis, Search Engine Optimization, Content Optimization, Generative AI, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Performance Measurement, Content Creation, Competitive Analysis, Semantic Web, Content Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Web Content, Content Marketing, Content Development and Management, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Strategy

    4.7 stars, 47 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (47) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • Editing Table of Content and Layouts in Microsoft Word: Coursera
  • Emotional Intelligence: Arizona State University
  • Lesson | Video Conferencing: Face to Face but Online: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Analítica de Procesos: Optimización desde los Datos: Universidad de los Andes
  • ESG Investing: Setting Standards & Conducting Analysis: Interactive Brokers
  • Teamwork and Creativity: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Advanced Project Management and Leadership: Johns Hopkins University
  • Gobierno Corporativo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Leadership d'excellence par le sport de haut niveau: ESSEC Business School
  • Applying Investment Decision Rules for Startups: Yonsei University

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