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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Transformation, Process Design, Business Process, Human Centered Design, Service Design, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creativity, User Research, User Feedback, Empathy, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Systems Architecture, Simulations, Global Positioning Systems, Robotics, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Safety Assurance, Computer Vision, Anomaly Detection, Mathematical Modeling, Systems Integration, Estimation, Real Time Data, Business Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Management, Kaizen Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Pareto Chart, Quality Control, Statistical Process Controls, Data Analysis, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Microsoft Excel, Diagram Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, C# (Programming Language), 3D Assets, Animation and Game Design, Software Design, Conceptual Design, Social Impact, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Ideation, User Interface (UI), Scripting, Debugging, Creativity, Peer Review
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Job Analysis, Compensation Analysis, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Recruitment, Business Research, Research
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Market Data, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Data, Equities, Financial Analysis, Data Analysis, Accounting and Finance Software, Financial Modeling, Technical Analysis, Business Analysis, Real Time Data
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Team Management, Team Building, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cultural Responsiveness, Interpersonal Communications, Culture, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Diversity Awareness, Non-Verbal Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Constructive Feedback, Active Listening
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Risk Analysis, Analysis, Balance Sheet, Loans, Financial Market, Business Valuation, Corporate Finance, Cash Flows
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Business Leadership, Responsible AI, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Customer experience improvement, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Customer Engagement, Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Restful API, ASP.NET, Model View Controller, JSON, API Design, Web Services, Middleware, Back-End Web Development, Server Side, Extensible Markup Language (XML)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Business Process Automation, Microsoft 365, Invoicing, No-Code Development, Application Design, Document Management, Data Integration
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Revenue Forecasting, Working Capital, Cash Flows, Business Valuation, Financial Forecasting, Expense Management, Financial Data, Cash Flow Forecasting, Operating Expense, Depreciation, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Asset Management, Revenue Management, Business Metrics, Capital Expenditure, Income Statement, Microsoft Excel
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months