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Starting A Business Courses

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.


Popular Starting A Business Courses and Certifications


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    IIT Bombay

    Introduction to Business Management : Winning Externally

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Advertising, Market Research, Value Propositions, Brand Management, Customer Relationship Management, Target Market, Marketing Communications, Logistics, Customer Insights, Supply Chain Management, Sales Management, B2B Sales, Marketing Strategies, Selling Techniques, Competitive Analysis, Communication

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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Dynamics 365 Business Central Development Quick Start

    Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Azure, Development Environment, Application Deployment, Microsoft 365, Docker (Software), Virtual Environment, Software As A Service, Integrated Development Environments, Cloud Deployment, Serverless Computing, Git (Version Control System), Business Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Managing Technology Projects for Business Success

    Skills you'll gain: Information Technology, Case Studies, Team Leadership, Governance, Resource Allocation, Decision Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Howard University

    Solving Business Problems with Spreadsheet Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Business Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Analysis, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Business Modeling, Risk Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Forecasting

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    10 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Improve Business Performance with Microsoft Forms

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Employee Engagement, User Feedback, Microsoft 365, Business Intelligence Software, Performance Analysis, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Business Software, Market Research, User Research, Data Analysis Software, Business Strategy

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    GenAI for Executives & Business Leaders: An Introduction

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    511 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Business Strategy in Practice (Project-centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Organizational Strategy, Business Research, Project Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Communication, Analysis, Report Writing, Business Writing, Presentations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    208 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Information Management, Business Ethics, Performance Measurement, Compliance Management, Governance, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IESE Business School

    Introducción a la Contabilidad Financiera

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Accounting, Balance Sheet, Financial Accounting, Accrual Accounting, General Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Cash Flows, Business Analytics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Data for Business Analysts Using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Business Metrics, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    320 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Digital business - Grow on digital world

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Valuation, Business Modeling, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Growth Strategies, Retail Banking, Market Dynamics, Business Strategies

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    29 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    GenAI in Business: Strategies for Successful Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Business Solutions, Customer experience strategy (CX), Innovation, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Project Risk Management, Solution Design, Experience Design, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Communications, Process Design, Business Transformation, Business Risk Management, Business Strategy, Agile Product Development, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Strategies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introduction to Business Management : Winning Externally: IIT Bombay
  • Dynamics 365 Business Central Development Quick Start: Packt
  • Managing Technology Projects for Business Success: University of London
  • Solving Business Problems with Spreadsheet Modeling: Howard University
  • Improve Business Performance with Microsoft Forms: Coursera
  • GenAI for Executives & Business Leaders: An Introduction: IBM
  • Business Strategy in Practice (Project-centered Course): University of Virginia
  • The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone: Kennesaw State University
  • Introducción a la Contabilidad Financiera: IESE Business School
  • Data for Business Analysts Using Microsoft Excel: Microsoft

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