Starting a business courses can help you learn business planning, market analysis, financial management, and customer acquisition strategies. You can build skills in networking, negotiation, and developing a value proposition that resonates with your target audience. Many courses introduce tools like business model canvases, financial forecasting software, and customer relationship management systems, that support applying your skills effectively and tracking your progress as you launch and grow your venture.

Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Communication, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Presentations, Storytelling, Trustworthiness, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting, Professional Development, Constructive Feedback
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Storytelling, Database Design, Dashboard, Predictive Analytics, MySQL, Data Presentation, Relational Databases, SQL, Tableau Software, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Visualization Software, Process Development, Data Visualization, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Communication, Microsoft Excel
★ 4.6 (15K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Business Writing, Business Communication, Active Listening, Business Correspondence, Telephone Skills, Management Training And Development, Writing, Employee Coaching, Business Leadership, English Language, Discussion Facilitation, Delegation Skills, Concision, Staff Management, Recruitment, Leadership, Organizational Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication
★ 4.8 (1.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Workday (Software), Registration, Business Process, Business Reporting, Management Reporting, Process Management, Data Maintenance, Data Entry, Dashboard, Information Management, Business Analytics, Record Keeping, No-Code Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Technical Communication, Data Storytelling, Data Ethics, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analysis, Productivity, Data Presentation, Analytical Skills, Code Review, Process Design, Time Management, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Project Management, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Risk Analysis, Business Valuation, Risk Management Framework, Strategic Decision-Making, Cost Benefit Analysis, Social Impact, Capital Budgeting, Finance, Stakeholder Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Acumen
★ 4.9 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, AI Enablement, Organizational Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, Business Transformation, Business Risk Management, AI literacy, Risk Analysis, AI Integrations, Automation, Thought Leadership, Data Ethics, Human Machine Interfaces
★ 4.6 (2.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Self-Awareness, Innovation, Personal Development, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Empowerment, Entrepreneurship, Action Oriented, Community Development, Social Work, Culture Transformation, Visionary, Business Modeling, Proactivity, Corporate Sustainability, Goal Setting, Problem Solving, Planning, Business
★ 4.8 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Data Transformation, Dashboard, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Artificial Intelligence, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Generative AI, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Negotiation, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, English Language, Data Storytelling, Business Writing, Budgeting, Communication Strategies, Oral Expression, Financial Forecasting, Financial Data, Communication, Forecasting, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Business Ethics, Presentations, Finance, Leadership
★ 4.7 (624) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Research, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Communication Strategies, Personal Attributes, Professionalism, Tactfulness, Professional Development, Branding, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge
★ 4.7 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Adaptability, Open Mindset, Sustainable Business, Strategic Thinking, Business Solutions, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Professional Networking
★ 4.8 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks