Planning courses can help you learn project scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and strategic goal setting. You can build skills in creating timelines, managing budgets, and assessing project feasibility. Many courses introduce tools like Gantt charts, Kanban boards, and project management software, which help you visualize progress and streamline workflows. You'll also explore methods for effective communication and collaboration, ensuring that all team members are aligned and informed throughout the planning process.

Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Cost Control, Budgeting, Variance Analysis, Cost Management, Operating Budget, Financial Planning, Cash Management, Capital Budgeting, Resource Allocation, Capital Expenditure, Performance Measurement
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Gift Accounting, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Philanthropy, Tax Planning, Marketing Planning, Customer Relationship Building, Developing Training Materials, Tax Management, Accounting and Finance Software, Income Tax, Marketing Strategies, Relationship Building, Estate Planning, Benefits Administration, Tax Compliance, Marketing Materials, Administration, Policy Development, Tax
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Research, Writing, Report Writing, Research Reports, Research Methodologies, Critical Thinking, Writing and Editing, Planning, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Style Guides, Descriptive Statistics
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Inventory and Warehousing, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Management, Supply Chain Systems, Warehouse Management, Retail Store Operations, Reverse Logistics, Retail Management, Logistics, Merchandising, Customer Service, Procurement, Warehousing, Inventory Control, Operations, Business Operations, Forecasting, Cost Control, Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Cost Control, Variance Analysis, Budgeting, Cash Management, Operating Budget, Video Production, Cost Management, Management Reporting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Fiscal Management, Media Production, Cash Flows, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Production Planning, Operating Cost, Post-Production, Cinematography, Microsoft Excel, Financial Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Enterprise Resource Planning, Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Cybersecurity, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Business Systems, Cyber Attacks, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security Strategy, Cloud Services, IT Management, Change Management, Business Software, Organizational Change, Technology Strategies, Information Technology, Project Management, Critical Thinking
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Product Marketing, Marketing Planning, Marketing Budgets, Data Presentation, Competitive Intelligence, Campaign Management, Project Planning, Product Management, Data Literacy, Campaign Planning, Go To Market Strategy, Document Management, Decision Intelligence, Project Controls, Product Planning, AI literacy, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Leadership
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Goal Setting, Time Management, Smart Goals, Productivity, Strategic Planning, Professionalism, Organizational Skills, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Planning, Communication, Communication Strategies, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Matrix Management, Stress Management, Decision Making, Build Tools, LESS
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Supply Management, Supply Chain Systems, Procurement, Supply Chain Planning, Logistics Management, Inventory Control, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Logistics, Inventory and Warehousing, Operations Management, Warehousing, Business Operations, Supply And Demand, Forecasting, Cost Control, Business, Planning, Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Earned Value Management, Project Estimation, Cost Estimation, Cost Management, Microsoft Project, Resource Allocation, Project Controls, Work Breakdown Structure, Workflow Management, Scheduling, Planning, Project Planning, Budget Management, Project Management, Cost Control, Budgeting, Resource Management, Project Performance, Performance Metric
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Sales Presentations, Meeting Facilitation, Marketing Design, English Language, Business Correspondence, Brainstorming, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Negotiation, Purchasing, Presentations, Product Planning, Telephone Skills, Business Writing, Marketing Materials, Business Communication, Business Planning, Financial Analysis, Communication, Marketing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Project Estimation, Cost Estimation, Cost Management, Microsoft Project, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Budget Management, Estimation, Project Schedules, Project Management Software, Planning, Project Management, Scheduling, Scope Management, Timelines, Operations, Analysis, Business Analysis, Business
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months