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Business Development Courses

Business development courses can help you learn negotiation strategies, market analysis techniques, customer relationship management, and sales funnel optimization. You can build skills in networking, strategic planning, and identifying growth opportunities. Many courses introduce tools like CRM software, data analytics platforms, and project management applications, showing how these skills are applied to drive business success and enhance client engagement.

Popular Business Development Courses and Certifications


  • I

    Imperial College London

    Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Creative Thinking, Brainstorming, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Creativity, Independent Thinking, Problem Solving, Collaboration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    5.2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Communicating to Diverse Audiences

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Empathy, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Professional Development, Diversity Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Career Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, LinkedIn, Mentorship, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Trustworthiness, Social Media, Rapport Building, Relationship Building, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Content, Planning, Professionalism, Strategic Communication, Communication, Habit Formation, Market Opportunities, Leadership, Lifelong Learning, Goal Setting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Madecraft

    Finding Your Purpose at Work

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Time Management, Resilience, Positivity, Employee Engagement, Prioritization, Growth Mindedness, Personal Development, Professional Development, Job Evaluation, Creativity, Job Analysis, Driving engagement, Self-Motivation, Overcoming Obstacles, Goal Setting, Habit Formation, Self-Awareness, Open Mindset, Communication Strategies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Salary Negotiation Strategies for Career Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Value Propositions, Communication, Strategic Communication, Proposal Development, Compensation Management, Professionalism, Overcoming Objections, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Analysis, Marketing Psychology, Job Evaluation, Influencing, Assertiveness, Overcoming Obstacles, Professional Networking, Benchmarking, Personal Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order

    Skills you'll gain: Writing and Editing, Writing, Storytelling, Editing, Detail Oriented, Decision Making, Creativity, Professionalism, Time Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Pensamiento sistémico

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Systems Engineering, Systems Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Network Model

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Washington

    Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Motivational Skills, Advocacy, Peer Review, Communication Strategies, Action Oriented, Constructive Feedback, Verbal Strategic Communication, Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    353 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • H

    Harvard Business Review

    New Manager’s Playbook

    Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Team Management, Budgeting, Teamwork, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Team Motivation, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Relationship Management, Stress Management, Professional Development, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Development, Financial Management, Financial Planning

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google

    Foundations of Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Change Management, Project Management, Agile Project Management, Organizational Structure, Program Management, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, Waterfall Methodology, Strategic Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    101K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    Collaborate Effectively for Professional Success

    Skills you'll gain: Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Teamwork, Team Building, Telecommuting, Professional Development, Meeting Facilitation, People Development, Communication Strategies, Communication, Critical Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Career Success

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Goal Setting, Negotiation, Time Management, Business Planning, Creative Thinking, Project Controls, Feasibility Studies, Cash Management, Entrepreneurship, Team Leadership, Business Correspondence, Financial Statement Analysis, Project Planning, Team Performance Management, Cost Control, Concision, Smart Goals, Project Management, Communication

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    46K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business development courses

  • Creative Thinking: Techniques and Tools for Success: Imperial College London
  • Communicating to Diverse Audiences: University of Minnesota
  • Career Discovery: Kennesaw State University
  • Finding Your Purpose at Work: Madecraft
  • Salary Negotiation Strategies for Career Growth: EDUCBA
  • Writing and Editing: Word Choice and Word Order: University of Michigan
  • Pensamiento sistémico: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Speaking to persuade: Motivating audiences with solid arguments and moving language: University of Washington
  • New Manager’s Playbook: Harvard Business Review
  • Foundations of Project Management: Google

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