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: Generative AI, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Advanced Analytics, Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Data Preprocessing
★ 4.7 (26) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: CrewAI, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Workflow Management, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Business Process Automation, Tool Calling, Automation, Agentic systems, Decision Making, Process Improvement
★ 4.8 (27) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Feature Engineering, Data Ethics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Classification Algorithms, Responsible AI, Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Model Training, Machine Learning Software, Decision Tree Learning, Model Optimization, Regression Analysis
★ 4.5 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Security Architecture Review, Event Monitoring, Security Controls, System Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Vulnerability Assessments, Threat Detection, Incident Response
★ 4.7 (33) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Sapienza University of Rome
Skills you'll gain: Financial Systems, Financial Data, Financial Policy, Market Data, Financial Market, International Finance, Financial Accounting, Financial Regulation, Accounting, Banking, Economics, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Spreadsheet Software, Cash Flows, Data Manipulation
★ 4.5 (16) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

O.P. Jindal Global University
Skills you'll gain: Economics, Financial Policy, Econometrics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Supply And Demand, Business Economics, Financial Analysis, Capital Expenditure, Investments, Banking, Capital Budgeting
★ 4.5 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Test Driven Development (TDD), Release Management, Software Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, System Testing, Application Deployment, Software Quality Assurance, Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Data Validation, Systems Analysis, Systems Thinking, Data Modeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Process Automation, Digital Transformation, Process Flow Diagrams
★ 4.9 (21) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Customer Service, Product Support, End User Training and Support, Customer Relationship Building, Technical Communication, Business Communication
★ 4.7 (26) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Tokyo
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Design Thinking, Product Development, Market Opportunities, Innovation, Ideation, Customer Insights, User Research, Fundraising, Entrepreneurial Finance, User Feedback, New Product Development, Business Planning, Interviewing Skills, Product Management, Team Building, Growth Strategies, Needs Assessment, Constructive Feedback
★ 4.6 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Research, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Research Methodologies, Personal Development, General Science and Research, Research Design, Research and Design, Honesty, Curiosity, Science and Research, Personal Integrity, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Peer Review, Problem Solving, Psychosocial Assessments, Persistence, Ethical Standards And Conduct
★ 4.8 (15) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Investigation, Fraud detection, Specialized Accounting, Auditing, Litigation Support, Financial Auditing, Financial Accounting, Digital Forensics, Accounting, Legal Support, Report Writing, Employee Training, Internal Controls, Risk Analysis, Compliance Training, Case Studies, Business
★ 4.8 (24) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Digital Communications, Communication Strategies, Media and Communications, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Interrigatories
★ 4.6 (23) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months