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: Workflow Management, LLM Application, Constructive Feedback, Generative AI, Decision Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Business Process Automation, Automation, Responsible AI, AI Integrations, Project Management, Ideation, Data Ethics, AI Security, Communication Strategies, Data Science
★ 3.9 (33) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Financial Data, Complex Problem Solving, Microsoft Copilot, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Prompt Engineering, Financial Analysis, Data Visualization Software
★ 4.2 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Productivity Software
★ 4.7 (24) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Email Automation, Document Management, Microsoft 365, Invoicing, Microsoft Office, Collaborative Software, Billing & Invoicing, Workflow Management, Billing, Automation, User Accounts
★ 4 (21) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Calendar Management, Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Project Schedules, Timelines, Collaborative Software, Dashboard, Workflow Management, Scheduling, User Accounts, Project Management, User Provisioning, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)
★ 4.6 (15) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Performance Analysis, Automation, Personalized Service, Digital Transformation, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Technology Strategies, Innovation, Internet Of Things, Machine Learning, Big Data, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Deep Learning, Analytical Skills, Predictive Analytics, Health Technology, Data Analysis, Natural Language Processing, User Experience, Data Security
★ 4.8 (22) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Knowledge Accelerators
Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Entry, Data Processing, Data Science, Organizational Skills, Business Analytics, Data Management, Business Intelligence, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Record Keeping, Customer Data Management, Productivity, Financial Analysis, Marketing Planning, Project Management, Event Planning
★ 4.4 (14) · Beginner · Course · Less Than 2 Hours

The University of Notre Dame
Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Personal Integrity, Organizational Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Courage, Leadership, Decision Making, Leadership Development, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Independent Thinking, Social Justice, Self-Awareness, Personal Development
★ 4.9 (22) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Motivational Skills, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Behavioral Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Tactfulness, Communication Strategies, Creativity, Communication
★ 4.7 (36) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Waste Minimization, Interactive Learning, Sustainable Business, Sustainable Architecture, Corporate Sustainability, Construction, Student Engagement, Environment, Environmental Issue, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Climate Change Adaptation, Problem Solving, Professional Development, Action Oriented, Peer Review, Business Communication
★ 4.5 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Communication Strategies, Social Media, Web Design and Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing, E-Commerce, Project Management, Business Strategy, Business Process, Branding, Brand Strategy
★ 4.1 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Generative AI, Analytics, Data Analysis, Extract, Transform, Load, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Synthesis, Predictive Modeling, Forecasting, AI Integrations, Descriptive Analytics, Data Modeling, Risk Analysis
★ 4.7 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks