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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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    Coursera

    Introducción a Hootsuite

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media Management, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Content Management

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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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

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    GenAI for Executives & Business Leaders: An Introduction

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    511 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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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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    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

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a UML

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Software Visualization, Diagram Design, Software Design, Object Oriented Design, Requirements Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    154 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    California Institute of the Arts

    Protect and Grow Your Freelancing Business

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Tax Preparation, Contract Management, Team Management, Tax Compliance, Benefits Administration, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Billing & Invoicing, Risk Management

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Digitales Business Marketing mit Easil

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Marketing, Branding

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    H

    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

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Macquarie University

    Business intelligence and data analytics: Generate insights

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Business Ethics, Histogram, Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Customer Demand Planning, Statistics, Predictive Modeling

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    464 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Developing a Systems Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Team Building, Business Leadership, Project Planning, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Project Management, Relationship Building, Root Cause Analysis, Communication Strategies, Critical Thinking

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    175 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    طرق تقييم الشركات | Business Valuation Approaches

    Skills you'll gain: Business Valuation, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Investment Management, Business Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Competitive Analysis, Financial Modeling, Risk Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Introducción a Hootsuite: Coursera
  • 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
  • Introduction to Business Management : Winning Externally: IIT Bombay
  • Introducción a UML: Universidad de los Andes
  • Protect and Grow Your Freelancing Business : California Institute of the Arts
  • Digitales Business Marketing mit Easil: Coursera
  • Solving Business Problems with Spreadsheet Modeling: Howard University
  • Business intelligence and data analytics: Generate insights: Macquarie University

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