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Starting A Business Courses

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.


Popular Starting A Business Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Improve Business Performance with Microsoft Forms

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Employee Engagement, User Feedback, Microsoft 365, Business Intelligence Software, Performance Analysis, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Business Software, Market Research, User Research, Data Analysis Software, Business Strategy

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    23 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IBM

    GenAI for Executives & Business Leaders: An Introduction

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    511 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Business Intelligence Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Generative AI, Business Analytics, Responsible AI, Business Process Automation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Ethics, Data Storytelling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Governance, Project Implementation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Workday

    Workday Financial Management for Business Users

    Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Workday (Software), Data Analysis Software, Accounting and Finance Software, Financial Data, Dashboard, General Ledger, Accounting, Data Import/Export, Workflow Management, Business Process, Financial Reporting, Finance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IIT Bombay

    Introduction to Business Management : Winning Externally

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Advertising, Market Research, Value Propositions, Brand Management, Customer Relationship Management, Target Market, Marketing Communications, Logistics, Customer Insights, Supply Chain Management, Sales Management, B2B Sales, Marketing Strategies, Selling Techniques, Competitive Analysis, Communication

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    K

    Kennesaw State University

    The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Governance, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Cyber Security Strategy, Information Management, Business Ethics, Performance Measurement, Compliance Management, Governance, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a UML

    Skills you'll gain: Unified Modeling Language, Software Visualization, Diagram Design, Software Design, Object Oriented Design, Requirements Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    154 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Digitales Business Marketing mit Easil

    Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Graphic Design, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Marketing, Branding

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    IESE Business School

    Introducción a la Contabilidad Financiera

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Accounting, Balance Sheet, Financial Accounting, Accrual Accounting, General Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Cash Flows, Business Analytics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Howard University

    Solving Business Problems with Spreadsheet Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Business Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Analysis, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Business Modeling, Risk Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Forecasting

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Harvard Business Review

    Foster a Culture of Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Creative Thinking, Curiosity, Ideation, Brainstorming, Strategic Thinking, New Product Development, Market Opportunities, Business Risk Management, Collaboration, Continuous Improvement Process, Problem Solving, Prioritization, Stakeholder Engagement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    École Polytechnique

    Digital business - Grow on digital world

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Valuation, Business Modeling, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Growth Strategies, Retail Banking, Market Dynamics, Business Strategies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Improve Business Performance with Microsoft Forms: Coursera
  • GenAI for Executives & Business Leaders: An Introduction: IBM
  • GenAI for Business Intelligence Analysts: Coursera
  • Workday Financial Management for Business Users: Workday
  • Introduction to Business Management : Winning Externally: IIT Bombay
  • The Business of Cybersecurity Capstone: Kennesaw State University
  • Introducción a UML: Universidad de los Andes
  • Digitales Business Marketing mit Easil: Coursera
  • Introducción a la Contabilidad Financiera: IESE Business School
  • Solving Business Problems with Spreadsheet Modeling: Howard University

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