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.

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Engagement, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Negotiation, Business Workflow Analysis, Human Resource Management, Organizational Development, Conflict Management, Talent Management, Change Management, Performance Management, Strategic Leadership, Team Management, Stakeholder Management, Process Improvement, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Problem Solving, Decision Making
★ 3.4 (12) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Airbus Beyond
Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Systems, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Management Systems, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environmental Resource Management, Supply Chain, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Issue, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Logistics Management, Environmental Monitoring, Logistics, Environmental Policy, Governance, Mitigation
★ 4.5 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Wesleyan University
Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Systems Thinking, Cultural Responsiveness, Community Organizing, Litigation and Civil Justice, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Storytelling, Persuasive Communication, Public Affairs
★ 4.7 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Benchmarking, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Market Dynamics, Research Reports, Business Research, Competitive Intelligence, Market Analysis, Performance Measurement, Report Writing, Market Intelligence, Business Strategy, Marketing, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Communication, Communication Strategies
★ 4.9 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Leadership, Business Planning, Team Building, Organizational Change, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Collaboration, Organizational Leadership, Change Management, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Organizational Effectiveness, Influencing
★ 4.7 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Request for Proposal, Procurement, Subcontracting, Strategic Prioritization, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management, Vendor Contracts
★ 4.6 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Operating Cost, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Platforms, Cost Management, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Deployment, Cost Control, Budget Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Expense Management, Billing Systems, Billing, Cost Reduction, Accountability
★ 3.3 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Content Performance Analysis, Content Optimization, Google Gemini, Generative AI, Content Strategy, Gemini, Content Marketing, AI Workflows, ChatGPT, Google Analytics, Responsible AI, Content Creation, Data-Driven Marketing, AI literacy, Large Language Modeling, Automation, No-Code Development, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies
★ 3.2 (10) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Customer Retention, Customer Insights, Business Research, Customer Data Management, User Feedback, Customer experience improvement
★ 4.3 (15) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Risk, Compensation Management
★ 4.7 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidades Anáhuac
Skills you'll gain: Financial Reporting, Ledgers (Accounting), Financial Accounting, Bookkeeping, Accounting Records, Financial Statement Analysis, Balancing (Ledger/Billing), Financial Statements, Accounting, Business Reporting, General Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Standard Accounting Practices, General Ledger, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flows
★ 4.7 (15) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Typography, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles, Branding
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks