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.

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Competitive Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Hospitality Management, Demand Planning, Hotel Operations, Hotels and Accommodations, Customer Demand Planning, Program Implementation, Plan Execution, Financial Analysis, Strategic Planning, Presentations, Case Studies, Brand Management, Financial Data, Organizational Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Market Analysis, Operational Analysis
★ 4.6 (126) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Culture Transformation, Innovation, Organizational Change, Design Thinking, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Product Lifecycle Management, Machine Learning Methods, Global Marketing, Data Ethics, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence, Change Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Strategies, Machine Learning Algorithms, Business Modeling, Product Strategy, Strategic Planning
★ 4.7 (116) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Balancing (Ledger/Billing), Accounting Records, Bookkeeping, General Accounting, General Ledger, Accrual Accounting, Accounting, Accruals, Revenue Recognition, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Transaction Processing, Financial Reporting, Journals
★ 4.8 (189) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Analysis, Content Performance Analysis, Content Development and Management, Digital Advertising, Digital Marketing Tools, Data-Driven Marketing, Digital Content, Social Media Analytics, Growth Strategies, Social Media, Pay Per Click Advertising
★ 4.7 (88) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Transportation Operations, Case Studies, Economic Development, Land Management, Land Development, Community Development, Traffic Flow Optimization, Community Outreach
★ 4.5 (207) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, SAS (Software), Correlation Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Analysis, Graphical Tools, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Model Evaluation
★ 4.7 (176) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategy, Overcoming Obstacles, Mitigation
★ 4.8 (210) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Media Relations, Public Speaking, Strategic Communication, Media and Communications, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Communication, Media Strategy, Communication Planning, Oral Expression, Public Relations, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Marketing, Leadership, Stakeholder Communications
★ 4.8 (195) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Communication Strategies, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Planning, Collaboration, Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Skills
★ 4.8 (139) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Ethics, Cognitive flexibility, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Culture, International Relations, Sociology, Economics
★ 4.8 (229) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Power BI, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, No-Code Development, Workflow Management, Business Process Automation, Dashboard Creation, Business Intelligence, Generative AI Agents, Data Analysis, Application Development, Automation, Business Process, Data Modeling, Data Integration
★ 4 (70) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: No-Code Development, Email Automation, Business Process Automation, Application Deployment, Automation, Business Process, Workflow Management, Google Workspace, Application Development, Application Performance Management, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Security Controls, Data Integration, Authorization (Computing), Application Design, Authentications, Cloud Applications, Scripting, Google Sheets, Application Lifecycle Management
★ 4.7 (196) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months