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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


  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    English for Effective Business Speaking

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, English Language, Business Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience, Vocabulary, Professionalism

    4.5 stars, 713 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (713) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • N

    Northeastern University

    Mastering Negotiation Skills & Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Communication, Business Administration, Mitigation

    4.8 stars, 15 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (15) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Communication, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Planning, Self-Awareness

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English for Business B1

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentations, Oral Expression, Business Communication, Business Correspondence, Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Workplace inclusivity, Business Writing, English Language, Interviewing Skills, Data Visualization, Writing, Communication, Report Writing, Taking Meeting Minutes, Recruitment, Interpersonal Communications, Vocabulary

    4.6 stars, 35 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (35) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Skills for a Modern Entrepreneur or Business Owner

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Emotional Intelligence, Business Planning, Target Market, Productivity, Financial Statements, Financial Acumen, User Research, Target Audience, Marketing, Marketing Planning, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Strategies, Financial Analysis, Branding, Market Research, Social Media Strategy, Planning, Digital Marketing, Data Visualization

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Workplace Skills for Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Time Management, Productivity, Meeting Facilitation, Goal Setting, Positivity, Resilience, Strategic Planning, Professionalism, Prioritization, Planning, Performance Management, Team Performance Management, Communication Planning, Smart Goals, Team Management, Program Management, Communication Strategies, Communication, Build Tools

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
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  • M

    Minnesota State University, Mankato

    Skills for New Manager Success

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Leadership Development, Team Management, Leadership, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Development, Professional Development, Communication Strategies, Professionalism, Strategic Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Conflict Management, Communication, Behavior Management, Performance Analysis, Business Management, Trustworthiness, Adaptability, Problem Solving

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Business Communication for Career Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Verbal Communication Skills, Oral Expression, Communication Strategies, Communication, Concision, Interpersonal Communications, Non-Verbal Communication, Professionalism, Business, Positivity

    4.8 stars, 28 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (28) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Grit and Growth Mindset

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Persistence, Smart Goals, Self-Motivation, Personal Development, Constructive Feedback, Willingness To Learn, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Professional Development, Professionalism, Strategic Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Information Gathering and Vetting

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Business Research, Data Literacy, Analysis, Critical Thinking, Data Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Presentations, Problem Solving, Persuasive Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Professional Skills: Problem-Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Data Collection, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Data Synthesis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Interactive Learning, Decision Making, Data Visualization, Ideation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Career Success

    Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Goal Setting, Negotiation, Time Management, Business Planning, Creative Thinking, Project Controls, Feasibility Studies, Cash Management, Entrepreneurship, Team Leadership, Business Correspondence, Report Writing, Financial Statement Analysis, Project Planning, Team Performance Management, Cost Control, Concision, Project Management, Communication

    4.6 stars, 46K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (46K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business skills courses

  • English for Effective Business Speaking: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Mastering Negotiation Skills & Strategies: Northeastern University
  • Professional Skills: Negotiation: Arizona State University
  • English for Business B1: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Skills for a Modern Entrepreneur or Business Owner: Packt
  • Workplace Skills for Productivity: EDUCBA
  • Skills for New Manager Success: Minnesota State University, Mankato
  • Business Communication for Career Growth: EDUCBA
  • Professional Skills: Grit and Growth Mindset: Arizona State University
  • Professional Skills: Information Gathering and Vetting: Arizona State University

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