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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Safety Culture, Recognizing Others, Team Building, Empowerment, Resilience, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Team Collaboration, Growth Mindedness, Team Performance Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Relationship Building, Organizational Leadership, Interpersonal Communications
★ 4.7 (58) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Professionalism, Business Communication, Communication, AI literacy, Communication Strategies, Intercultural Competence, Dealing With Ambiguity, Professional Development, Personal Development, Workforce Development, Community Development
★ 4.8 (48) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

STARWEAVER
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Business Writing, Data Visualization, Concision, Data Presentation, Sales Presentation, Sales Strategy, Sales Presentations, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Responsible AI, Business Communication, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Communication, Sales Enablement, Proposal Writing, Communication Strategies
★ 4.3 (34) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Customer Success Management, Generative AI Agents, Customer Service, AI Enablement, Customer experience improvement, Business Priorities, AI Personalization, Customer Engagement, Client Support, AI Integrations, Data Ethics, Automation, Business Ethics, Information Privacy
★ 4.4 (59) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Standard Operating Procedure, Operational Efficiency, Lean Methodologies, Quality Assurance, Procedure Development, Lean Manufacturing, Business Process, Operations Management, Safety Standards, Occupational Safety And Health, Process Management, Process Optimization, Workforce Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Risk Management
★ 4.7 (43) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Legal Technology, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Legal Risk, AI powered creativity, Generative AI, Creativity, Communication
★ 4.7 (49) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Editing, Content Development and Management, Proofreading, Public Relations, Content Creation, Writing and Editing, Content Management, Content Management Systems, Content Strategy, Content Scheduling, Writing
★ 4.8 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Business Priorities, Business Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Business Solutions, Business, Data Science, Business Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Stakeholder Communications, Data Literacy, Scope Management
★ 4.5 (32) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Operational Excellence, Data Strategy, Innovation, Operational Efficiency, Customer experience strategy (CX), Technology Strategies, Plan Execution, Strategic Leadership, Customer Engagement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategies, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Risk Management, Change Management, Computing Platforms, Emerging Technologies, Governance
★ 4.6 (47) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Business Reporting, Financial Reporting, Performance Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Corporate Strategy, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainability Standards, Data Strategy, Stakeholder Management, Financial Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Performance Analysis, Value Propositions, Innovation
★ 4.5 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Team Building, Drive Engagement, Teamwork, Team Management, Conflict Management, Team Collaboration, Team Leadership, Collaboration, Virtual Environment, Team Motivation, Storytelling, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Willingness To Learn, Lifelong Learning, Communication Strategies, Culture
★ 4.9 (107) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

New York Institute of Finance
Skills you'll gain: Supplier Management, Supply Chain Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Accounts Payable, Procurement, Customer Analysis, Cash Management, Prospecting and Qualification, Stakeholder Analysis, Commercial Lending, Working Capital, Stakeholder Management, Credit Risk, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Technology Solutions, Target Market
★ 4.7 (75) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months