Starting a business courses can help you learn business planning, market analysis, financial management, and customer acquisition strategies. You can build skills in networking, negotiation, and developing a value proposition that resonates with your target audience. Many courses introduce tools like business model canvases, financial forecasting software, and customer relationship management systems, that support applying your skills effectively and tracking your progress as you launch and grow your venture.
Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Business Process Modeling, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Business Process Management, Business Process Improvement, Process Design, Business Process Automation, Process Analysis, Business Transformation, Process Management, Case Studies, Workflow Management, Process Optimization, Quality Improvement, Lean Methodologies, AI Workflows, Six Sigma Methodology, Innovation, Automation, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Market Research, Strategic Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Quantitative Research, Innovation, Target Audience, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Sustainable Business, Benchmarking, Business Acumen, Value Propositions, Descriptive Statistics, Risk Analysis, Performance Measurement, Ideation, Team Performance Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Database Design, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Analytics, Tableau Software, Business Process Improvement, Dashboard, Predictive Modeling, Histogram, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Business Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Decision Making, Predictive Analytics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Modeling, Data Analysis, Process Optimization, Market Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Excel, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability Distribution
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Indian School of Business
Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Performance Analysis, Market Dynamics, Text Mining, Technical Analysis, Risk Management, Financial Regulation, Compliance Management, Benchmarking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Instagram, Facebook, Social Media, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Performance Analysis, Customer Communications Management, Content Management Systems, E-Commerce, Collaboration, Content Creation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Service, Content Marketing, Team Management, Drive Engagement, Sales
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Internal Communications, Proposal Writing, Negotiation, AI Personalization, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Communication, Business Writing, Contract Negotiation, Workplace inclusivity, Influencing, Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Communications, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Communication Planning, Customer Engagement, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Leadership Development
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

HubSpot Academy
Skills you'll gain: Prospecting and Qualification, Lead Generation, Consumer Behaviour, Sales Enablement, Sales Management, Service Level Agreement, Sales Strategy, Sales Process, Sales, Customer Acquisition Management, Content Marketing, Business Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Retention
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Public Speaking, Personal Development, Productivity, Professional Networking, Branding, Adaptability, Business Planning, Problem Solving, Project Management, Goal Setting, Contract Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Workday (Software), Payroll Processing, Payroll, Payroll Systems, Payroll Administration, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Benefits Administration, Human Resources Software, Business Reporting, Workflow Management, Ad Hoc Reporting, Business Process, Compensation and Benefits, Organizational Structure, Data Entry, Staff Management, Data Maintenance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Balance Sheet, Financial Acumen, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Business Modeling, Operational Analysis, Operational Efficiency
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft PowerPoint, Data Storytelling, Microsoft Excel, Trend Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months