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Business Development Courses

Business development courses can help you learn negotiation strategies, market analysis techniques, customer relationship management, and sales funnel optimization. You can build skills in networking, strategic planning, and identifying growth opportunities. Many courses introduce tools like CRM software, data analytics platforms, and project management applications, showing how these skills are applied to drive business success and enhance client engagement.

Popular Business Development Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Madecraft

    How to Influence & Persuade

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Influencing, Communication, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Communications, Negotiation, Presentations, Communication Planning, Overcoming Objections, Rapport Building, Motivational Skills, Business Communication, Positivity, Relationship Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Trustworthiness, Leadership Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Virginia

    Introduction to Personal Branding

    Skills you'll gain: Web Presence, Brand Management, Personal Attributes, Safety and Security, digital literacy, Personal Development, Social Media, Self-Awareness, Social Media Management, Social Media Strategy, Relationship Building, Information Privacy, Accountability, Goal Setting

    4.4 stars, 8.9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (8.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Public Speaking, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Smart Goals, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Communication, General Networking, Events and Conferences, Emotional Intelligence, Communication Strategies, Stress Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most

    Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Goal-Oriented, Goal Setting, Self-Motivation, Habit Formation, Mental Health, Human Development, Action Oriented, Case Studies, Liberal Arts, Prioritization, Biology

    4.8 stars, 3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    Universiteit Leiden

    De-Mystifying Mindfulness

    Skills you'll gain: Mindfulness, Meditation & Breathwork, Self-Awareness, Mental Health Therapies, Personal Development, Open Mindset, Mental Health, Compassion, Psychotherapy, Social Justice, Psychology, Liberal Arts, Stress Management, Social Sciences, Social Impact, Cultural Sensitivity, Trauma Care, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 1.6K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI-Powered Time Management

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Prompt Engineering, Productivity, Habit Formation, Calendar Management, Scheduling, Adaptability, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Organizational Skills, Mental Concentration, Prioritization, Workflow Management, Planning, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Google Workspace, AI Personalization, Personal Development, Auditing, Professional Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Deep Teaching Solutions

    Aprendendo a aprender: ferramentas mentais poderosas para ajudá-lo a dominar assuntos difíceis (em Português) [Learning How to Learn]

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Lifelong Learning, Learning Strategies, Collaboration, Time Management, Human Learning, Interactive Learning, Learning Theory, Mental Concentration, Problem Solving, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Persistence, Cognitive flexibility, Stress Management, Habit Formation, Planning

    4.9 stars, 4.2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (4.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Productivity with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Organizational Skills, Planning, Prioritization, Goal Setting, Prompt Engineering Tools, Productivity, AI Personalization, Time Management, Presentations, Personal Development, Writing and Editing, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Decision Making, Google Workspace, Generative AI, Research, Professional Development

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Washington

    Dynamic Public Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Storytelling, Communication, Motivational Skills, Advocacy, Peer Review, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Performing Arts, Concision, Writing and Editing, Action Oriented, Trustworthiness, Verbal Strategic Communication, Writing, Non-Verbal Communication

    4.7 stars, 2.9K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (2.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI-First Professional Skills

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Anthropic Claude, Prompt Engineering, Google Gemini, LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Microsoft Copilot, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Development, Data Analysis, Communication, Google Sheets, Presentations, Google Workspace, Personal Development, Google Docs, Microsoft PowerPoint, Writing and Editing, Learning Strategies, Productivity

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Good with Words: Speaking and Presenting

    Skills you'll gain: Tactfulness, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Ingenuity, Creative Thinking, Interpersonal Communications, Honesty, Cognitive flexibility, Social Skills, Empathy, Composure, Professionalism, Creativity

    4.6 stars, 371 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (371) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Successful Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Mediation, Arbitration, Communication, Business Communication, Intercultural Competence, Conflict Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Cultural Sensitivity, Influencing, Business Ethics, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Planning, Constructive Feedback, Analysis

    4.8 stars, 20K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (20K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • How to Influence & Persuade: Madecraft
  • Introduction to Personal Branding: University of Virginia
  • Networking: University of Minnesota
  • Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most: University of Michigan
  • De-Mystifying Mindfulness: Universiteit Leiden
  • AI-Powered Time Management: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Aprendendo a aprender: ferramentas mentais poderosas para ajudá-lo a dominar assuntos difíceis (em Português) [Learning How to Learn]: Deep Teaching Solutions
  • Productivity with AI: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Dynamic Public Speaking: University of Washington
  • AI-First Professional Skills: SkillsBooster Academy

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