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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


  • C

    Coursera

    How to Create an Instagram Business Account

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Facebook, Social Media Management, Social Media, Account Management, Social Media Marketing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of California, Davis

    Optimizing a Website for Google Search

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Marketing, Content Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Forecasting, Content Performance Analysis, Expectation Management, Relationship Management, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Marketing, A/B Testing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Goal Setting, Internal Auditing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.7K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Présentez votre Business avec Visme

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Writing, Sales Presentation, Marketing Materials, Business Planning, Product Demonstration, Price Negotiation, Marketing Design, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    M

    Microsoft

    Project Delivery in Business Analysis and Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Quality Management, Scrum (Software Development), Business Analysis, Requirements Management, Risk Management, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Business Process Improvement, Project Planning, Agile Methodology, User Acceptance Testing (UAT)

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    91 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    U

    University of Geneva

    A life with ADHD

    Skills you'll gain: Family Support, School Psychology, Behavioral Management, Occupational Therapy, Organizational Skills, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychiatric Assessments, Mental Health Therapies, Pharmacology, Clinical Assessment

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    81 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    S

    Skillshare

    A Masterclass in Animation

    Skills you'll gain: Unreal Engine, Adobe After Effects, Motion Graphics, Animations, Multimedia, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Animation and Game Design, Logo Design, Cinematography, Video Editing, Computer Graphics, Adobe Illustrator, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Adobe Photoshop, Post-Production, Storyboarding, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Creative Design, Typography

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Making Money as a Freelancer

    Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Small Business Accounting, Accounting, Price Negotiation, Revenue Forecasting, Business Planning, Budgeting, Financial Planning, Financial Management, Forecasting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Balance Sheet, Expense Management, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    184 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    W

    Wesleyan University

    Writing a Personal Essay

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Writing, Organizational Skills, Editing, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Overcoming Obstacles, Detail Oriented

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    87 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Empathy, Assertiveness, Communication, Business Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Planning, Goal Setting, Mindfulness, Public Speaking, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Leadership, Business Leadership, Presentations, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Composure, Empowerment, Initiative and Leadership

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    P

    Packt

    Financial & Technical Skills for Business Success

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Acumen, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Content Marketing, Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Cash Flows, Registration, Web Servers

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    E

    ESSEC Business School

    Case studies in business analytics with ACCENTURE

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Digital Transformation, Advanced Analytics, Business Analytics, Analytics, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Value Propositions, Consultative Approaches, Business Transformation

    3.7
    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    210 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
    Preview
    C

    California Institute of the Arts

    Sharpened Visions: A Poetry Workshop

    Skills you'll gain: Editing, Peer Review, Music, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • How to Create an Instagram Business Account: Coursera
  • Optimizing a Website for Google Search: University of California, Davis
  • Présentez votre Business avec Visme: Coursera
  • Project Delivery in Business Analysis and Capstone Project: Microsoft
  • A life with ADHD: University of Geneva
  • A Masterclass in Animation: Skillshare
  • Making Money as a Freelancer: California Institute of the Arts
  • Writing a Personal Essay: Wesleyan University
  • Acting Skills for Business Communication and Leadership: California Institute of the Arts
  • Financial & Technical Skills for Business Success: Packt

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