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.

Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Sales Process, Prompt Engineering, Solution Selling, Sales, Value Propositions, Product Knowledge, Storytelling, Productivity Software, Data Import/Export, Business Modeling, Generative AI
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, File I/O, Build Tools, Data Import/Export, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), JSON, Java Programming, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, JUnit, Code Reusability, Software Documentation, Programming Principles, Data Structures, File Systems, Computer Programming, Web Services, File Management, Java, Computer Science
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Virtual Machines, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Cloud Development, Cloud Hosting, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Linux, Cloud Management, Linux Servers, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Applications, Node.JS, MongoDB
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Presentations, Branding, Logo Design, Design Strategies, Process Development, Visual Storytelling, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Adobe Illustrator, Photo Editing, Adobe Photoshop, Storytelling, Target Audience
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Advertising, Google Ads, Paid media, Advertising Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Performance marketing, Content Optimization, Product Promotion, Marketing, Selling Techniques, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Digital Marketing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Spatial Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Query Languages, Data Access, Data Processing, Image Analysis, Image Quality
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Discussion Facilitation, Team Performance Management, Performance Management, Active Listening, Employee Performance Management, Professional Development, Trustworthiness, Rapport Building, Time Management, People Development, Prioritization, Follow Through, Leadership Development, Habit Formation, Scheduling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Museum of Natural History
Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Healthcare Ethics, Education and Training, General Science and Research, Teaching, Life Sciences, Interactive Learning, Molecular Biology, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Biotechnology, Intellectual Property, Medical Privacy, Biology, Environmental Issue
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Fundraising, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Case Studies, Branding, Editing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, Leadership, Clinical Leadership, De-escalation Techniques, Communication, Team Collaboration, Emergency Response, Interpersonal Communications, Public Health, Crisis Intervention, Non-Verbal Communication, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Emerging Technologies, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, AI Security, AI Enablement, Innovation, Business Technologies, Real Time Data, AI Integrations, Internet Of Things, Wireless Networks, Cybersecurity, Operational Efficiency, Telecommunications, Data Security, Artificial Intelligence, Information Privacy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Meta Ads Manager, Facebook, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns, Lead Generation, Campaign Planning, Social Media, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising, Campaign Management, Advertising
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours