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.

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, AI Orchestration, LLM Application, OpenAI API, Java Programming, Java, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering, AI Integrations, Persona (User Experience), Document Management, Secure Coding, Business Logic, Software Design Documents, Plan Execution, Software Design Patterns
★ 4.3 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Copenhagen Business School
Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Social Justice, Community Organizing, Public Affairs, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Socioeconomics, Liberal Arts, digital literacy, Digital Transformation, Community Development, Policy Development, Culture, Innovation, Creativity, Diversity Awareness, Data Ethics, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Emerging Technologies, Mediation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Query Languages, Data Analysis, Performance Tuning, Analytical Skills, Data Manipulation, Analysis
★ 4.9 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Council on Exercise
Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Health And Wellness Coaching, Smart Goals, Workplace inclusivity, Motivational Interviewing, Active Listening, Verbal Communication Skills, Coaching, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Exercise Science, Diversity Awareness, Health Assessment, Behavior Management, Interpersonal Communications, Healthcare Ethics, Professionalism, Relationship Building
★ 4.3 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Collaborative Software, Workflow Management, Team Performance Management, Project Management Software, Organizational Skills, Performance Improvement, Process Optimization
★ 4.8 (18) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Working Capital, Equities, Capital Expenditure, Financial Data, Business Valuation, Accounts Receivable, Finance, Analysis, Cash Flows, Corporate Finance, Risk Analysis, Investment Banking, Depreciation, Business, Estimation
★ 4.8 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Financial Modeling, Responsible AI, Financial Forecasting, Financial Statements, Depreciation, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risking, Financial Reporting, Business Ethics, Balance Sheet, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Management, Finance, Business Strategy, Business
★ 4.8 (13) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Employee Coaching, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Root Cause Analysis, Data Entry, Recognizing Others, Human Resources, Smart Goals, Emotional Intelligence, Human Resources Management and Planning, Workforce Planning, Strategic Leadership, HR Tech, Microsoft Copilot, Data-Driven Decision-Making, LinkedIn, Process Optimization, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Process Automation, Professional Development
★ 4.3 (6) · Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: JUnit, Unit Testing, Test Case, Test Data, Test Script Development, Test Automation, Software Testing
★ 4.4 (17) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Open Source Technology, Package and Software Management, Linux, Shell Script, Ubuntu, Unix Shell, Linux Administration, Operating System Administration, Bash (Scripting Language), Linux Servers, Unix, Operating Systems, Command-Line Interface, Scripting, Linux Commands, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, File Systems, Network Administration, Software Installation, System Software
★ 4.8 (13) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: USB, Electronic Hardware, Hardware Design, Electronics, Electrical Systems, Electronic Systems, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Power, Electronic Components, Computer-Aided Design, Schematic Diagrams, Drafting and Engineering Design, Design, Design Specifications, Design Strategies, Verification And Validation, Data Import/Export
★ 4 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Project Schedules, Project Estimation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Project Management, Project Planning, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistics, Lean Six Sigma, Process Analysis, Data Collection, Project Scoping, Probability & Statistics, Performance Measurement, Scope Management, Performance Metric, Performance Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization
★ 4.8 (13) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months