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.

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Analysis, Project Management Life Cycle, Planning, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Project Planning, Project Implementation, Project Management, Project Schedules, Earned Value Management, Project Scoping, Risk Mitigation, Project Controls, Stakeholder Management, Risk Analysis, Plan Execution, Agile Methodology, Dependency Analysis, Kanban Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Team Leadership, Planning, Team Management, Scheduling, Leadership and Management, Timelines, Project Management, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership Studies, Project Planning, Leadership, Scope Management, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

École Nationale des Ponts et Chaussées
Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Culture Transformation, Business Transformation, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Production Process, Manufacturing Operations, Service Improvement, Process Optimization, Operational Excellence, Operational Efficiency, Process Analysis, Value Engineering, Waste Minimization, Business Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Data Architecture, Data Governance, Cloud Storage, Data Strategy, Data Storage, Data Warehousing, Data Lakes, Data Management, Looker (Software), Google Cloud Platform, Data Infrastructure, Business Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Real Time Data, Business Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Transformation, Analytics, Cloud Solutions, Data Capture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Software Configuration Management, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Configuration Management, Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Memory Management, Build Tools, Software Development Tools, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Program Development, Code Review, Software Technical Review, Software Design, Debugging, Make.com
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Infographics, Storyboarding, Canva (Software), Prompt Engineering, Copywriting, Marketing Collateral, Generative AI, Visual Storytelling, Content Optimization, AI powered creativity, Content Creation, AI Personalization, Prompt Engineering Tools, Animations, ChatGPT, Graphic Design, Brand Awareness, Artificial Intelligence, Search Engine Optimization, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Real-Time Operating Systems, Big Data, Internet Of Things, Machine Learning Methods, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, File Systems, Data Analysis, Debugging, Machine Learning, Model Based Systems Engineering, Security Engineering, Information Systems Security, Wireless Networks, Infrastructure Security, Failure Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Income Statement, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Accounting, Cash Flows, Financial Reporting, Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Data, Revenue Recognition, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Business Metrics, Gross Profit, Return On Investment, Depreciation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Risk, AI literacy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Labor Law, Intellectual Property, Governance, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Public Administration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Austral
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Internet Of Things, Emerging Technologies, Financial Inclusion, Payment Systems, Financial Regulations, Financial Regulation, Legal Technology, Digital Assets, Business Transformation, Financial Systems, Digital Transformation, Public Administration, Financial Services, Governance, World History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Salesforce
Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Prospecting and Qualification, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Lead Generation, Sales Development, Intercultural Competence, Time Management, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Salesforce, Writing, Productivity, Sales Prospecting, Cold Calling, Growth Mindedness, Verbal Communication Skills, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Sales
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Stakeholder Management, Leadership and Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Self-Awareness, Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months