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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


  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Risk Leadership: Data, Empathy, and Assurance

    Skills you'll gain: Internal Auditing, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Data Visualization, Risk Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Auditors Report, Internal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Cybersecurity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Business Risk Management

    4.6 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (21) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Mastering Total Quality Management: Analyze, Apply & Improve

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Culture Transformation, Quality Improvement, Quality Management Systems, Continuous Improvement Process, Quality Assessment, Organizational Development, Operational Excellence, Quality Assurance, Process Improvement, Cost Management, Quality Control, Organizational Change, Customer experience improvement, Team Oriented, Organizational Effectiveness, Decision Making, Culture

    4.4 stars, 26 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (26) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    ISC2

    Systems and Application Security

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Endpoint Security, Mobile Security, Cloud Security, Application Security, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Threat Detection, Cyber Attacks, Endpoint Detection and Response, Information Systems Security, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Data Security, Human Factors (Security), Encryption, Information Privacy

    4.8 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (36) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Hotel Digital Marketing and Social Media Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Analytics, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing, Hospitality Management, Social Media, Hospitality, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Guest Relations, Digital Marketing Tools, Hotels and Accommodations, Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Storytelling, Instagram, Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Optimization, User Feedback

    3.8 stars, 25 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Co-Create Success Plans

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving, Risk Analysis, Consultative Approaches, Meeting Facilitation, Proposal Development, Collaboration, Risk Mitigation, Project Risk Management, Discussion Facilitation, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Design Thinking, Client Support, Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Project Documentation, Performance Measurement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentos de Negociação com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Active Listening, Financial Trading, Goal Setting, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Expectation Management

    4.9 stars, 55 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (55) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Writing Rubric with Microsoft Word

    Skills you'll gain: Writing, Course Development, Developing Training Materials, Microsoft Office, Content Creation

    4.6 stars, 19 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (19) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Packt

    CompTIA Network+ (N10-008)

    Skills you'll gain: Network Security, Remote Access Systems, Disaster Recovery, OSI Models, General Networking, Network Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Networking Hardware, Network Monitoring, TCP/IP, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Protocols, Cybersecurity, Computer Security, Data Centers, Virtualization, Authentications

    4.8 stars, 26 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (26) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    دليل الاستثمار | Investment Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Investments, Financial Planning, Capital Markets, Investment Management, General Finance, Financial Services, Securities (Finance), Financial Management, Finance

    5 stars, 50 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (50) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Navigating Compliance in the Food and Beverage Industry

    Skills you'll gain: Compliance Training, Food Safety and Sanitation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Food Services, Food and Beverage, Legal Risk, Cleanliness, Hospitality and Food Services, Restaurant Management, Restaurant Operation, Training Programs, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Employee Training, Occupational Safety And Health, Health And Safety Standards, Sanitation, Risk Analysis, Risk Management

    4.6 stars, 31 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (31) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Mastering TQM: Apply, Evaluate & Improve Quality Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Quality Management Systems, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Supplier Quality Management, Product Quality (QA/QC), Quality Assurance and Control, Quality Assessment, Service Improvement, Quality Assurance, Supplier Management, Drive Engagement, Quality Control, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Customer experience improvement, Employee Engagement, Supplier Relationship Management, Process Management, Manufacturing Processes

    4.8 stars, 38 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (38) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Customer Service Survey in Microsoft Forms

    Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Customer Insights, Customer Service, Market Research, User Research, Target Audience, Marketing

    4.8 stars, 31 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.8 (31) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Strategic Risk Leadership: Data, Empathy, and Assurance: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Mastering Total Quality Management: Analyze, Apply & Improve: EDUCBA
  • Systems and Application Security: ISC2
  • Hotel Digital Marketing and Social Media Strategy: STARWEAVER
  • Co-Create Success Plans: Coursera
  • Fundamentos de Negociação com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs
  • Create a Writing Rubric with Microsoft Word: Coursera
  • CompTIA Network+ (N10-008): Packt
  • دليل الاستثمار | Investment Guide: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Navigating Compliance in the Food and Beverage Industry: Coursera

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