Business plan courses can help you learn market analysis, financial forecasting, operational planning, and effective pitching techniques. You can build skills in identifying target audiences, crafting value propositions, and developing marketing strategies. Many courses introduce tools like SWOT analysis, business model canvases, and financial modeling software, which can enhance your ability to create comprehensive and persuasive business plans.

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI literacy, AI Enablement, AI powered creativity, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Human Computer Interaction
★ 4.8 (477) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Financial Forecasting, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Trend Analysis, Diagram Design, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Automation, Forecasting, Graphical Tools
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Workforce Planning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Strategies, Job Analysis, Workforce Management, Human Resources, Recruitment, Human Resource Strategy, Talent Sourcing, Talent Management, Workforce Development, Strategic Sourcing, Forecasting, Organizational Effectiveness
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, LinkedIn, Marketing Channel, Professional Networking, Pinterest, Web Presence, Digital Brand Strategy, Social Media Analytics, Driving engagement, Instagram, Facebook, Content Marketing, Digital Marketing, Drive Engagement, Brand Awareness, Branding
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering, Google Sheets, Google Gemini, Gemini, AI Integrations, Email Automation, Compliance Training, AI Workflows, AI Enablement, Governance, Compliance Management, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Regulation, Data Ethics, Microsoft Copilot, Enterprise Security, Google Workspace, Gmail, Financial Services
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Composure, Communication, Communication Strategies, Persuasive Communication, Professional Development, Rapport Building, Presentations, Risk Analysis, Professionalism, Job Analysis, Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Stress Management, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Problem Solving, Time Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Business Planning, Competitive Analysis, Financial Data, Service Improvement, Risk Management, Financial Acumen, Tax Preparation, Business Process Automation, Budget Management, Risk Mitigation, Contract Management, Tax Management, Accounting and Finance Software, Peer Review, Business Strategy, Process Improvement, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Leadership and Management
★ 4.7 (442) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Accounting, Equities, Asset Management
★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Università Bocconi
Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Investment Banking, Operating Budget, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Investments, Risk Management Framework, Loan Documentation, Finance, Banking, Cash Flows
★ 4.8 (2.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Google Workspace, Email Security, User Accounts, Gmail, User Provisioning, Collaborative Software, Data Management, Endpoint Security, Group Policy, Data Sharing, Compliance Management, Information Management, Cloud Management, Data Strategy, Productivity Software, Systems Administration, Data Migration, Document Management, Cloud Security, File Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Game Design, Augmented Reality, Video Game Development, Virtual Reality, Application Deployment, Devops Tools, DevOps, CI/CD, Collaborative Software, Interaction Design, Configuration Management, C# (Programming Language), Version Control, Git (Version Control System)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Pipelines, Data Integration, Data Processing, Data Quality
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks