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.

Skills you'll gain: QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Reconciliation, Month End Closing, Transaction Processing, Accruals, Accounting Software, Depreciation, Accrual Accounting, Bookkeeping, Accounting, General Accounting, Accounting Records, Standard Accounting Practices, Cash Handling, Small Business Accounting, Data Entry
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Competitive Analysis, AI Enablement, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Business Strategy, Data Ethics, Technology Strategies, Business Strategies, Business Ethics, Organizational Strategy, Decision Intelligence, Strategic Thinking, Market Analysis, Corporate Strategy, AI Integrations, Process Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Value Propositions
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Internal Communications, Communication Strategies, Corporate Communications, Social Skills, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Non-Verbal Communication, Active Listening, Relationship Building, Organizational Structure, Mediation, Customer Relationship Building, Contract Negotiation, Organizational Development, Negotiation, Vendor Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sales Enablement, Sales Management, Oral Expression, Customer Analysis, Sales Strategy, Marketing, Target Market, Marketing Effectiveness, Verbal Communication Skills, Sales Process, Sales, Business Transformation, Smart Goals, Selling Techniques, Return On Investment, Customer experience improvement, Process Development, Leadership, Agile Methodology, Organizational Structure
★ 4.5 (15) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Santa Barbara
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Commercial Laws, Bankruptcies, Payment Systems, Lease Contracts, Governance, Commercial Real Estate, Payment Processing and Collection, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Payment Processing, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Property Management, Liquidation, Credit Risk, Contract Management, Organizational Structure, Legal Strategy, Vendor Contracts, Business Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Content Scheduling, Facebook, Social Media Content, Content Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Target Audience, Branding
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Employee Retention, Report Writing, Employee Engagement, Employee Surveys, Data Storytelling, People Analytics, HR Tech, Root Cause Analysis, Data Import/Export, Human Resources Software, Decision Making, Data Cleansing, Human Resource Management, Data Visualization, Talent Management, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Analysis, Surveys
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI, Responsible AI, AI powered creativity, Email Marketing, Google Gemini, Digital Marketing, Digital Marketing Tools, Email Automation, Marketing Automation, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Content Strategy, Content Creation, Personalized Service, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Microsoft Copilot
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Emerging Technologies, FinTech, Banking, Digital Assets, Social Impact, Cryptography, Business Ethics, Transaction Processing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Mobile Banking, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, FinTech, Banking, Banking Services, Bank Regulations, Security Controls, Information Systems Security, Cybersecurity, Financial Services, Customer experience improvement, Financial Regulation, Data Security, General Lending, Loans, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Lending and Underwriting, Digital Transformation
★ 4.9 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Human Resources, Business Planning, Human Resource Policies, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Business Management, Plan Execution, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Metrics
★ 5 (6) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Huddersfield
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Development, Case Studies, Business Leadership, Market Opportunities, Growth Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks