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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Empathy, Intercultural Competence, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Programs, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Social Justice, Cultural Responsiveness, Employee Retention, Leadership Studies, Talent Recruitment, Human Resources, Self-Awareness, Workforce Development, Organizational Leadership, Human Resource Strategy
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Service Management, Information Technology Infrastructure Library, Service Improvement, IT Service Management, Technical Management, Practice Management, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Management, Technical Services, Business Management, Stakeholder Management, Innovation, Value Propositions, Digital Transformation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Negotiation, De-escalation Techniques, Trustworthiness, Collaboration, Follow Through, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership, Empathy, Composure, Professionalism, Cooperation, Emotional Intelligence, Behavior Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills, Problem Solving, Personal Integrity, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Customer Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Performance Measurement, Brand Management, Regression Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Return On Investment, A/B Testing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Materials, Marketing Collateral, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Design, Canva (Software), Brochures, Promotional Materials, Campaign Management, Graphic Design, Integrated Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Layout Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Digital Design, Web Content, Brand Marketing, Style Guides, Collaborative Software, Content Optimization, Branding
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Verbal Communication Skills, Rapport Building, Communication, Professionalism, Relationship Management, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Empathy, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Digital Communications, Business Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Behavioral Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Phlebotomy, Blood Collection, Sterilization, Urinalysis, Patient Communication, Medical Terminology, Patient-centered Care, Nutrition Education, Infection Control, Asepsis, Nutrition and Diet, Pathology, Basic Patient Care, Patient Education And Counseling, Vital Signs, Geriatrics, Laboratory Testing, Direct Patient Care, Venipuncture, Hand Hygiene
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Control, Lean Six Sigma, Plot (Graphics), Quality Monitoring, Data Literacy, Statistical Analysis, R Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Sales, Closing (Sales), Selling Techniques, Sales Strategy, General Sales Practices, Sales Process, Sales Development, Consultative Selling, Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Consumer Behaviour, Value Propositions, Customer Engagement, Customer Relationship Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Training, Intercultural Competence, Organizational Change, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Cognitive flexibility, Adaptability, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Culture Transformation, Open Mindset, Cultural Responsiveness, Organizational Development, Cultural Diversity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Sensitivity, Diversity Programs, Recognizing Others, Workforce Development, Employee Training, Safety Culture
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

SkillUp
Skills you'll gain: Systems Design, Business Process Modeling, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Systems Analysis, Data Modeling, Process Modeling, Business Systems Analysis, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Modeling, Business Process, Risk Management, Systems Architecture, Business Analysis, Information Technology, Process Flow Diagrams, Prototyping, Computer Science, Agile Methodology, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Document Management, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Microsoft Windows, Writing and Editing, Editing, Productivity, Writing, Computer Literacy, Technical Documentation, Collaborative Software, Report Writing, Web Content, Business Writing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Collaboration, Business Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months