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.

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Cloud Security, Agentic Workflows, Cloud Management, Google Cloud Platform, Data Governance, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Agentic systems, Cloud Platforms, Digital Transformation, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Real Time Data, Public Cloud, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Business Transformation, Data Management, Cloud Hosting
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Game Theory, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Product Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Dynamics, New Business Development, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Market Analysis, Product Development, Innovation, Coordination
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Editing, Writing, Writing and Editing, Proofreading, Report Writing, English Language, Style Guides
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Analytics, Business Analytics, Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Operational Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Operations Management, Demand Planning, Forecasting, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Modeling, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Supply Chain Planning, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Tree Learning, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Development, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Rapport Building, Decision Making, Communication, People Development, Tactfulness, Relationship Management, Social Skills, Trustworthiness, Independent Thinking, Organizational Structure
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Supply And Demand, Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Economics, Behavioral Economics, Policy Analysis, Business, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Operations, Revenue Management, Consumer Behaviour, Social Studies, Operations, Political Sciences, Social Sciences, Business Strategy, Public Policies, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Socioeconomics
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Presentations, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Oral Expression, Influencing, Teamwork, Collaboration, Interpersonal Communications, Business Communication, Virtual Teams, Communication Strategies, Public Speaking, Professional Development, Non-Verbal Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Telecommuting, Driving engagement, Active Listening
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Sustainable Technologies, Environmental Issue, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, MySQL, Relational Databases, SQL, Database Management, Data Modeling, Query Languages, Databases, Big Data, Business Analysis, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Finance, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, General Finance, Income Statement, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Financial Planning, Financial Modeling, Financial Management, Business Mathematics, Corporate Finance, Return On Investment, Microsoft Excel, Investment Management, Cash Flows, Business Metrics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Operations Management, Marketing Planning, Organizational Strategy, Marketing, Performance Measurement, Operations, Strategic Marketing, Product Lining, Communication Planning, Product Strategy, Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement Process, Manufacturing Operations, Product Assortment, Operational Analysis, Cost Accounting, Performance Analysis, Supply Chain Management, Quality Control
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Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Financial Systems, Financial Market, Capital Markets, Portfolio Management, Investments, Market Dynamics, Securities (Finance), Equities, Investment Management, Investment Banking, Portfolio Risk, Financial Policy, Economics, Risk Analysis, Banking, Risk Management, Return On Investment, Financial Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks