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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


  • U

    University of Virginia

    Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Analysis, Planning, Project Planning, Earned Value Management, Project Risk Management, Scheduling, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Sprint Planning, Project Management, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Schedules, Project Implementation, Project Controls, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Project Performance, Cost Management

    4.7 stars, 10K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (10K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Principles of Educational Leadership & Management

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Performance Management, Leadership Studies, Diversity and Inclusion, Staff Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Resource Allocation, Business Ethics, Resource Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Culture, Social Justice, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Professional Development, Educational Materials, Instructional Strategies

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leading Oneself with Personal Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Mental Concentration, Goal-Oriented, Tenacity, Empowerment, Resilience, Personal Development, Action Oriented, Smart Goals, Persistence, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Self-Discipline, Planning, Self-Awareness, Self-Motivation, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Accountability, Proactivity

    4.8 stars, 54 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (54) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    B2B Sales: Communication And Buyer Influence

    Skills you'll gain: B2B Sales, Active Listening, Rapport Building, Sales Strategy, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Business Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Sales Presentation, Sales, Price Negotiation, Composure, Negotiation, Sales Presentations, Value Propositions, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Trustworthiness, Psychology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    STARWEAVER

    Introduction to Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Planning, Project Design, Project Scoping, Project Management, Project Documentation, Project Schedules, Project Coordination, Milestones (Project Management), Project Management Life Cycle, Business Planning, Project Management Software, Project Controls, Project Implementation, Project Risk Management, Project Estimation, Business Management, Business Administration, Business Operations, Business, Project Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • H

    Harvard Business Review

    Navigate Change and Uncertainty

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Organizational Change, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Resilience, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Dealing With Ambiguity, Change Management, Organizational Development, Adaptability, Team Performance Management, Overcoming Objections, Compassion, Service Recovery, Internal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Performance Improvement, Process Improvement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • H

    Harvard Business Review

    Foster Team Achievement

    Skills you'll gain: Team Performance Management, Team Building, Team Management, Team Motivation, Performance Appraisal, Team Leadership, Performance Review, Team Collaboration, Performance Management, People Management, Employee Performance Management, Productivity, Leadership and Management, People Development, Recognizing Others, Strategic Leadership, Constructive Feedback, Goal Setting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Virtual Teams: Remote Team Management & Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Virtual Teams, Leadership and Management, Delegation Skills, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Employee Engagement, People Management, Performance Management, Motivational Skills, Employee Coaching, Conflict Management, Coaching, Meeting Facilitation, Stakeholder Management, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Communication

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Mergers and Acquisitions

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Investment Banking, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Valuation, Intercompany Accounting, Financial Statements, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Capital Markets, Financial Modeling, Equities, Specialized Accounting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Corporate Accounting, Corporate Tax, Revenue Forecasting, Accounting, Tax Management, Financial Accounting

    4.6 stars, 693 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (693) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Coaching & Mentoring Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Training and Development, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Power BI, Coaching, People Analytics, Mentorship, People Development, Workforce Development, Employee Training, Data Presentation, Training Programs, Management Training And Development, Accountability Frameworks, Employee Engagement, Performance Measurement, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Team Performance Management, Interviewing Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership Development, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Management Training And Development, Case Studies, Empathy, Relationship Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Oral Expression, Workforce Development, Professional Networking, Communication

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Strategic Leadership & Vision for Women

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Leadership, Plan Execution, Influencing, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Communication, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Visionary, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Initiative and Leadership, Team Oriented, Team Leadership, Planning, Performance Metric

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business development courses

  • Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management: University of Virginia
  • Principles of Educational Leadership & Management: Sage Publications
  • Leading Oneself with Personal Excellence: University of Colorado Boulder
  • B2B Sales: Communication And Buyer Influence: The Expert Academy
  • Introduction to Project Management: STARWEAVER
  • Navigate Change and Uncertainty: Harvard Business Review
  • Foster Team Achievement: Harvard Business Review
  • Virtual Teams: Remote Team Management & Leadership: Chris Croft Training
  • Mergers and Acquisitions: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Coaching & Mentoring Practice: Microsoft

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