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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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    Howard University

    Foundations of Information Systems for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Business Software, Information Systems, Business Systems, Business Technologies, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Enterprise Resource Planning, E-Commerce, Systems Analysis, Computer Hardware, Data Warehousing, Disaster Recovery, Networking Hardware, Business Ethics, Operating Systems, Business Process Management, Customer Relationship Management, Security Management, Business-To-Consumer, Data Security

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Introducción a Java

    Skills you'll gain: Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures, Java Programming, File I/O, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Development Environment, Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    IT for Business: Digital Transformation Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Technology Strategies, IT Management, Operational Efficiency, Contract Management, Information Technology, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Architecture, Risk Management, Governance, Operational Analysis, Service Management, Technology Solutions, Business Strategy, Compliance Management, Service Design, Strategic Planning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    How To Create a Website in a Weekend! (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Web Design, Web Design and Development, WordPress, Web Language, HTML and CSS, Browser Compatibility, Web Content, Web Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Cross Platform Development, Content Management, Web Applications

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Open University

    Critical thinking for sustainable business solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Creative Thinking, Critical Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Problem Solving, Sustainable Business, Decision Making, Business Architecture

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Howard University

    Introduction to Information Systems for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Software, Information Systems, Cloud Computing, Business Systems, Business Technologies, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Security, Virtualization, Digital Transformation, Cloud Services, Management Information Systems, Product Design, Business Solutions, Information Technology, Cloud Infrastructure, Customer Insights, User Centered Design, Cybersecurity, Data Management

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Politecnico di Milano

    Platform Thinking: designing a Platform

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Product Development, Strategic Thinking, New Business Development, Business Strategies, Business Modeling, Growth Strategies, Business Transformation, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Open University

    From prototyping to validating business models

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Stakeholder Engagement, Corporate Sustainability, Business Modeling, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Stakeholder Analysis, Systems Thinking, Value Propositions, Design Thinking, Verification And Validation, Presentations, Innovation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    DEBIZ (Exam DEB-110): Data Ethics for Business Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Business Ethics, Responsible AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Sustainable Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Security, Medical Privacy, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Decision Making, Business Leadership, Artificial Intelligence, Accountability, Business Strategy, Safety and Security, Emerging Technologies, Human Centered Design

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    Leading with a Digital Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, AI Enablement, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Performance Improvement, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Change, Performance Measurement, Business Analytics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create a Storyboard using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Storyboarding, Storytelling, Canva (Software), Animations, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Design and Product, Business, Marketing

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Infonomics I: Business Information Economics and Data Monetization

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Analytics, Asset Management, Business Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, Digital Assets, Information Management, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Valuation, Data Strategy, Case Studies, Data Management, Return On Investment, Innovation, Accounting

    Build toward a degree

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Foundations of Information Systems for Business: Howard University
  • Introducción a Java: Universidad de Palermo
  • IT for Business: Digital Transformation Strategy: Packt
  • How To Create a Website in a Weekend! (Project-Centered Course): The State University of New York
  • Critical thinking for sustainable business solutions: The Open University
  • Introduction to Information Systems for Business: Howard University
  • Platform Thinking: designing a Platform: Politecnico di Milano
  • From prototyping to validating business models: The Open University
  • DEBIZ (Exam DEB-110): Data Ethics for Business Professionals: CertNexus
  • Leading with a Digital Strategy: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

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