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: Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Supplier Performance Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Procurement, Market Intelligence, Market Research, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analysis, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Project Closure, Project Scoping, Project Management, Scope Management, Cost Management, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Project Schedules, Project Planning, Excel Formulas, Resource Allocation, Risk Management, Time Management, Business Reporting, Resource Planning, Automation, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Development, Database Management, SQL, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity, Query Languages, Business Intelligence, People Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Validation, Software Installation
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Software Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Case Studies, Software Engineering, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, Program Development, Systems Design, Business Modeling, System Design and Implementation, Complex Problem Solving, Dependency Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Google Cloud Platform, Billing, Billing Systems, Cost Management, Cloud Management, Google Sheets, Billing & Invoicing, Organizational Structure, Resource Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management
★ 4.8 (6) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Scalability, Performance Measurement, Performance Analysis, Simulations, Algorithms, Performance Metric, Simulation and Simulation Software, Complex Problem Solving, Theoretical Computer Science, Python Programming, Data Structures, Software Engineering
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Forecasting, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Trend Analysis, Financial Data, Financial Modeling, Model Evaluation, Forecasting, Jupyter, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, Finance, GitHub, Statistical Modeling, Data Transformation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Accountability Frameworks, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Team Building, Active Listening, Personal Integrity, Team Management, Leadership and Management, Growth Mindedness, Accountability, Leadership, People Management, Management Reporting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Constructive Feedback, Personal Development, Employee Engagement, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Lifelong Learning, Professionalism, Drive Engagement, Willingness To Learn, Client Services, Personal Development, Workplace inclusivity, Motivational Skills, Self-Motivation, Curiosity, Professional Development, Employee Engagement, Adaptability, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Mentorship, Performance Improvement, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Critical Thinking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Investments, Financial Analysis, Analysis
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Selling Techniques, Sales, Account Strategy, Enterprise Sales, B2B Sales, Driving engagement, Inside Sales, Training and Development, Regional Sales, Customer Engagement, Marketing Automation, LinkedIn, Drive Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), AI Personalization, Personalized Campaigns, Video Production
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Rapport Building, Business Communication, Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Professionalism, Adaptability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months