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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


  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Better Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Mental Concentration, Habit Formation, Productivity, Psychology, Time Management, Self-Awareness, Self-Discipline, Planning

    4.9 stars, 19 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter Tuning, Regularization and Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Tensorflow, Model Training, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Performance Tuning, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Verification And Validation, Debugging

    4.9 stars, 64K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (64K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Data-Driven Process Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Performance Improvement, Data Collection, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Process, Business Process Improvement, Process Design, Data Strategy, Process Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Measurement, Process Flow Diagrams, Business Priorities, Data Validation, Business Process Modeling, Plan Execution, Data Capture, Operational Performance Management, Performance Analysis

    4.6 stars, 275 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (275) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Resume Writing: Create Job-Winning Resumes

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Writing, Business Writing, Content Strategy, Content Development and Management, Writing and Editing, Concision, Organizational Skills

    5 stars, 15 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (15) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Berklee

    Creativity And Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Creativity, Team Building, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Presentations, Innovation, Brand Strategy, Branding, Collaboration, Product Development, Relationship Building, New Business Development, Professional Networking, Problem Solving

    4.7 stars, 385 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (385) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Communicating In Groups and Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Active Listening, Teamwork, Discussion Facilitation, Team Building, Team Management, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Team Collaboration, Collaboration, Productivity, Expectation Management, Communication Strategies, Communication, Relationship Building

    4.8 stars, 42 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • Y

    Yale University

    The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Goal Setting, Rapport Building, Drive Engagement, Oral Expression, Personal Development, Journey Mapping, Growth Mindedness, Professional Development, Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Dashboard, Positivity, Storytelling, Prioritization, Accountability, Persistence, Interviewing Skills

    4.2 stars, 6 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (6) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Toronto

    Gender Analytics for Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Innovation, Business Analytics, Analysis, Financial Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Market Opportunities, Social Justice, Workplace inclusivity, Organizational Change, Leadership Development, Product Development, Risk Mitigation

    4.8 stars, 349 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (349) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Skillshare

    The Art of Branding: Authentic Brands in Adobe Express

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Adobe Express, Brand Strategy, Branding, Brand Marketing, Graphic Design, Visual Storytelling, Value Propositions, Style Guides, Design Elements And Principles, Conceptual Design, Storytelling

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    B2B Sales: Deal Closing And Customer Retention

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Customer Relationship Management, Selling Techniques, B2B Sales, General Sales Practices, Sales Presentation, Sales, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Retention, Account Management, Sales Process, Overcoming Objections, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Customer Relationship Building, Customer experience improvement, Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Growth Strategies, Relationship Building

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    Universidad de Palermo

    Marketing Digital para Ecommerce: De la Estrategia al Plan

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Auditing I: Conceptual Foundations of Auditing

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Auditing, Auditing, Auditors Report, External Auditing, Certified Public Accountant, Audit Planning, Public Accounting, Quality Assessment, Quality Assurance and Control, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Business Ethics, Financial Statements, Financial Reporting, Risk Analysis, Market Dynamics

    4.7 stars, 733 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (733) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Better Learning: American Psychological Association
  • Improving Deep Neural Networks: Hyperparameter Tuning, Regularization and Optimization: DeepLearning.AI
  • Data-Driven Process Improvement: University at Buffalo
  • Resume Writing: Create Job-Winning Resumes: EDUCBA
  • Creativity And Entrepreneurship: Berklee
  • Communicating In Groups and Teams: Arizona State University
  • The Hunt: Job-Searching and Career-Building with Purpose: Yale University
  • Gender Analytics for Innovation: University of Toronto
  • The Art of Branding: Authentic Brands in Adobe Express: Skillshare
  • B2B Sales: Deal Closing And Customer Retention: The Expert Academy

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