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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


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    Coursera

    Charts, Pictures, Themes, and Styles in Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, User Accounts

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Universidad de los Andes

    Recuperación de proyectos en crisis

    Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Crisis Management, Project Controls, Earned Value Management, Problem Management, Project Documentation, Project Performance, Project Management, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Management, Case Studies, Root Cause Analysis, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking para Inovação

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Open Mindset, Storytelling, Creativity, Curiosity, Data Visualization, Human Centered Design, Empathy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Fractal Analytics

    Generative AI in User Research and Design Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, AI Product Strategy, UI/UX Research, Brainstorming, Innovation, Design Thinking, User Research, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Competitive Analysis, User Experience Design, Human Centered Design, Data Ethics, Persona (User Experience), Artificial Intelligence, Problem Solving, Data Collection, Data Synthesis, Critical Thinking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Coursera

    Fundamentals of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Employee Engagement, Communication Strategies, Advocacy, Empowerment

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Customer Service with Python: Build a Chatbot using ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, OpenAI API, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Customer Service, Customer Support, Application Programming Interface (API), User Flows, Test Case, Python Programming, Development Environment, Debugging

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Microsoft

    Analysis and Visualization of Data with Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Power BI, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Statistical Reporting

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Arctic Meltdown

    Skills you'll gain: Petroleum Industry, Oil and Gas, Climate Change Programs, Economic Development, Environment, Governance, Physical Science, Socioeconomics, Business Economics, Economics, International Relations, Environmental Monitoring, Transportation Operations, Demography, Environmental Issue, Geographic Information Systems, Hydrology, Geospatial Information and Technology, Environmental Science, Mathematical Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Duke University

    ESG Communication for Inclusive Dialogue

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Emotional Intelligence, Discussion Facilitation, Diversity and Inclusion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Social Justice, Communication, Sustainable Development, Cultural Responsiveness, Active Listening, Climate Change Adaptation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    SkillUp

    Generative AI: A Game Changer for Program Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Program Management, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, AI Enablement, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Analysis, Generative AI, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Risk Management, Governance, Automation, Benefits Administration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    27 reviews

    Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    B

    Big Interview

    El Arte de la Entrevista de Trabajo

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Verbal Communication Skills, Test Tools, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Writing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    Emory University

    Generative AI in Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Customer Engagement, Customer Acquisition Management, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, ChatGPT, Marketing Effectiveness, Prompt Engineering, Legal Risk, Intellectual Property

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • Charts, Pictures, Themes, and Styles in Microsoft Excel:Ā Coursera
  • Recuperación de proyectos en crisis:Ā Universidad de los Andes
  • Design Thinking para Inovação:Ā University of Virginia
  • Generative AI in User Research and Design Thinking:Ā Fractal Analytics
  • Fundamentals of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging:Ā Coursera
  • Customer Service with Python: Build a Chatbot using ChatGPT:Ā Coursera
  • Analysis and Visualization of Data with Power BI:Ā Microsoft
  • Arctic Meltdown:Ā University of Colorado Boulder
  • ESG Communication for Inclusive Dialogue:Ā Duke University
  • Generative AI: A Game Changer for Program Managers:Ā SkillUp

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