Business foundation courses can help you learn financial accounting, marketing principles, operations management, and strategic planning. You can build skills in analyzing market trends, managing budgets, and developing effective business strategies. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for financial analysis, CRM software for customer management, and project management applications to streamline workflows, all of which enhance your ability to implement learned concepts in real-world situations.

Skills you'll gain: Ideation, AI powered creativity, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Organizational Skills, Prioritization, Productivity, AI literacy, Database Development, Document Management, Generative AI, Database Management, Databases, Artificial Intelligence, Project Management, Content Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Jupyter, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Model Training, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Python Programming, Predictive Analytics, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Inventory Accounting, Inventory Management System, Procurement, Supply Chain, Supplier Performance Management, Supplier Management, Cost Control, Cost Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Optimization, Financial Reporting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Organizational Change, Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Manufacturing, Organizational Leadership, Project Scoping, Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Process Improvement and Optimization, Statistical Methods, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Quality Improvement, Scope Management, Process Mapping, Project Documentation, Requirements Management, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, 3D Assets, Autodesk Maya, Contract Negotiation, Web Presence, Peer Review, Entrepreneurship, Billing & Invoicing, Animations, Animation and Game Design, Growth Strategies, Invoicing, Collaboration, 3D Modeling, Professional Development, Adaptability, Persistence, Professionalism, Business Planning, Autodesk
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Job Analysis, Talent Management, Leadership and Management, Management Training And Development, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Studies, Performance Analysis, Staff Management, Performance Review, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, People Development, Human Resource Management, Human Resource Strategy, Performance Appraisal, Human Resources, Team Motivation, Human Resources Management and Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Diversity Training, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Sensitivity, Workplace inclusivity, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Social Impact, Self-Awareness, Innovation, Productivity
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: User Story, Negotiation, Data Presentation, Product Requirements, Risk Management, Professional Development, Drive Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Pharmacology, Clinical Research, Psychiatry, Psychotherapy, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Mental Health Therapies, Pharmacotherapy, Clinical Research Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Research, Scientific Methods, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Drug Interaction, Medical Science and Research, Psychology, Informed Consent, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Neurology
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Workplace Bullying Intervention, Workplace inclusivity, Management Training And Development, Empathy, Diversity and Inclusion, Compliance Management, Diversity Training, Compliance Training, Conflict Management, People Management, Disciplinary Procedures, Employee Training, Human Resource Policies, Constructive Feedback, De-escalation Techniques, Behavior Management, Labor Law, Investigation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Accountability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: SAP S/4HANA, Business Logic, SAP Applications, Business Reporting, Code Reusability, Debugging, Object Oriented Design, Report Writing, Programming Principles, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), User Interface (UI), Program Development, UI Components, Test Tools, Data Entry, Eclipse (Software), Maintainability, Data Import/Export, Development Environment, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Email Automation, Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, A/B Testing, Campaign Management, Content Optimization, Performance Analysis, Copywriting, Data-Driven Marketing, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Personalized Campaigns, Content Creation, Target Audience
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks