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Business Skills Courses

Business skills courses can help you learn financial analysis, marketing strategies, negotiation techniques, and project management principles. You can build skills in effective communication, team leadership, and strategic planning. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for data analysis, CRM software for managing customer relationships, and project management platforms to streamline workflows.


Popular Business Skills Courses and Certifications


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    Skillshare

    Affinity Photo: Beyond the Basics – Retouching Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Photo Editing, Photography, Image Quality, Computer Graphic Techniques

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Social Impact, Business Ethics, Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Strategic Partnership, Entrepreneurship, Innovation, Collaboration, Climate Change Mitigation, Complex Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Business Intelligence Concepts, Tools, and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Decision Support Systems, Data Visualization, Data Warehousing, Performance Measurement, Data Presentation, MicroStrategy, Business Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Modeling, Business Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Competitive Intelligence, Business Reporting, Data Analysis

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Mastering VMware Automation and Cloud Management Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Hybrid Cloud Computing, vCenter Server, VMware ESX Servers, vSphere Networking and Storage, Cloud Management, NSX-T Network Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Cloud Infrastructure, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, IT Automation, Cloud Computing, Network Troubleshooting, Automation, Scripting, Performance Tuning, Application Programming Interface (API), System Monitoring

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Business Analytics and Information Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Valuation, Analytical Skills, Data Quality, Asset Management, Information Management, Business Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Feasibility Studies, Business Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Strategy, Data Literacy, Management Information Systems, Data Warehousing

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    ESG Value Creation for Business Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Governance, Social Impact, Advocacy, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Resource Management, Corporate Strategy, Diversity and Inclusion, Climate Change Adaptation, Performance Measurement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Data for Business Analysts Using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Business Metrics, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Human Factors Engineering, Control Systems, Sports Medicine, Human Musculoskeletal System, Mechanics, Human Centered Design, Product Design, Injury Prevention, Rehabilitation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Public Sector Efficiency: Optimizing Business Processes

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Measurement, Workflow Management, Business Process Improvement, Performance Improvement, Business Process, Process Optimization, Process Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Service Improvement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Process Mapping, Automation, Organizational Skills, Change Management, Stakeholder Engagement

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Leading with Power Skills: Working with Personality Types

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Communication, Team Management, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Performance Management, Behavioral Management, Psychology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Understanding Large Language Models in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, OpenAI API, Trend Analysis, Real Time Data, Analytics, Business Marketing, Program Development, Business Strategy, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Technology Roadmaps, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Erstelle einen Instagram Business Account

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Facebook, Product Promotion, Promotional Strategies, Advertising, Branding

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Affinity Photo: Beyond the Basics – Retouching Skills: Skillshare
  • Driving business towards the Sustainable Development Goals: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Business Intelligence Concepts, Tools, and Applications: University of Colorado System
  • Mastering VMware Automation and Cloud Management Skills: Board Infinity
  • Introduction to Business Analytics and Information Economics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • ESG Value Creation for Business Impact: Duke University
  • Data for Business Analysts Using Microsoft Excel: Microsoft
  • Anthropometry, Biomechanics, and Motor Skills in User Design: Arizona State University
  • Public Sector Efficiency: Optimizing Business Processes: Coursera
  • Leading with Power Skills: Working with Personality Types: University of Maryland, College Park

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