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.

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Java, Java Programming, Agentic systems, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Generative AI, LLM Application, Tool Calling, OpenAI API, Application Development, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Memory Management
★ 4.2 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Customer Insights, Customer Service, Market Research, User Research, Target Audience, Marketing
★ 4.8 (31) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Operations, Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Process Control, Production Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Production Management, Lean Methodologies, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Sustainable Business, Collaboration, Innovation, Adaptability, Communication
★ 4.6 (29) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Management, Cyber Governance, System Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Enterprise Security, Data Security, Authorization (Computing), User Provisioning, Multi-Factor Authentication, Cyber Security Policies, Cloud Infrastructure
★ 4.7 (23) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Amazon Web Services, API Gateway, Amazon DynamoDB, IT Automation, Middleware, Software Development, Python Programming, Service Oriented Architecture, Systems Architecture, Microservices, Cloud API, Serverless Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud-Based Integration, Application Frameworks, Databases, Scripting, Database Systems, Application Development
★ 4.4 (25) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Technical Documentation, Technical Writing, Document Management, Technical Communication, Writing, Microsoft Office, Editing, Business Writing
★ 4.8 (18) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Dashboard Creation, Power BI, Gross Profit, Dashboard, Data Modeling, Data Import/Export, Interactive Data Visualization, People Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Business Reporting, Market Data, Data Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Case Studies, Data Wrangling, Business Intelligence, Data Manipulation, Business Analysis
★ 4.8 (38) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resource Management, HR Tech, People Analytics, Employee Engagement, Workforce Development, Compensation Management, Compensation and Benefits, Occupational Safety And Health, Legal Risk, Labor Law, Organizational Leadership, Health And Safety Standards, Communication Strategies
★ 4.6 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Business Acumen, Competitive Analysis, Sales Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Leadership, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Business Strategies, Sales, Business Planning, Financial Acumen, Leadership, Campaign Planning, Financial Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Market Dynamics, Consumer Behaviour
★ 4.4 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Productivity Software, Multimedia, Business Communication, Content Creation, User Accounts, Web Presence, Graphic Design, Business Development
★ 4.9 (14) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Personalized Campaigns, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Market Opportunities, Responsible AI, Marketing Effectiveness, Campaign Management, Content Creation, AI Integrations, Marketing Strategies, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct
★ 4.3 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Behavior Management, Experience Design, Consumer Behaviour, Economics, Social Sciences, Design and Product, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Social Impact, Influencing
★ 5 (26) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks