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Business Plan Courses

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.

Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Sales and Marketing, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Digital Marketing Tools, Target Market, Sales Strategy, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Target Audience, Business Marketing, Sales Process, Sales, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Analytics, Brand Strategy, Digital Marketing, Branding, Market Research

    ★ 4.6 (1.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Washington

    Business English: Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, English Language, Writing, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Rapport Building, Telephone Skills, Language Competency, Relationship Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Setting Appointments, Vocabulary, Communication, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Communication Strategies, Scheduling

    ★ 4.7 (3.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Infrastructure Security, Telecommunications, Computer Security Awareness Training, Enterprise Security, Security Awareness, General Networking, Exploitation techniques, Data Security, Governance

    ★ 4.7 (3.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Designing the Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Governance, Organizational Change, Organizational Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Innovation, Business Management, Business Strategies, Systems Thinking, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Corporate Strategy, Growth Strategies

    ★ 4.7 (1.8K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    PwC

    Data-driven Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Big Data, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis Software, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Statistical Programming, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Decision Making, Data Collection, Unstructured Data, Case Studies

    ★ 4.6 (6.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Cybersecurity in the AI Era

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Risk, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Data Security, Threat Modeling, Computer Security, Security Awareness, Risk Management, Enterprise Security, Vulnerability, Governance, General Networking, Public Safety and National Security, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence

    ★ 4.7 (3.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Brand Strategy: Build, Position, and Grow

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Brand Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Brand Management, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Loyalty, Target Audience, Marketing Psychology, Target Market, Business Planning, Strategic Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Organizational Strategy, Growth Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Planning, Communication Planning, Market Analysis

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Strategic Event Planning and Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Competitive Analysis, Events and Conferences, Event Planning, Coordinating, Risk Analysis, Team Leadership, Team Management, Market Analysis, Plan Execution, Risk Management, Operational Analysis, Market Opportunities, Business Risk Management, Customer experience improvement, Risk Management Framework, Coordination, Business Strategies, Project Management Life Cycle, Business Strategy

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft 365 Essentials: Create, Collaborate, and Deliver

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, Spreadsheet Software, Presentations, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Email Automation, Content Creation, Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Communication

    ★ 4.7 (6.3K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Event Planning, Marketing and Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Event Marketing, Event Management, Competitive Analysis, Events and Conferences, Event Planning, Coordinating, Strategic Planning, Brand Marketing, Risk Analysis, Team Leadership, Budget Management, Promotional Strategies, Promotions and Campaigns, Team Management, Market Analysis, Marketing Budgets, Plan Execution, Risk Management, Operational Analysis, Branding

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master Financial Budgeting and Forecasting

    Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Operating Budget, Forecasting, Financial Management, Cost Control, Capital Budgeting, Business Planning, Financial Planning, Inventory Control, Finance, Organizational Strategy

    ★ 4.8 (10) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    AI-Driven Learning Analytics for Workforce

    Skills you'll gain: Training and Development, HR Tech, Diversity and Inclusion, Employee Retention, Performance Management, Gap Analysis, AI Integrations, Emerging Technologies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Fundamentals of Sales and Marketing, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
  • Business English: Networking: University of Washington
  • Cybersecurity for Everyone: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Designing the Organization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Data-driven Decision Making: PwC
  • Cybersecurity in the AI Era: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Brand Strategy: Build, Position, and Grow: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Strategic Event Planning and Execution: EDUCBA
  • Microsoft 365 Essentials: Create, Collaborate, and Deliver: Microsoft
  • Event Planning, Marketing and Execution: EDUCBA

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