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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


  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Intellectual Property for Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Entrepreneurship, Lawsuits

    4.9 stars, 82 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (82) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Getting Started with Technology Startups

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, New Product Development, Market Opportunities, Ideation, Gap Analysis, Innovation, Technology Strategies, Strategic Thinking, New Business Development, Engineering Management, Technology Solutions, Market Analysis, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Sustainable Business, Engineering

    4.2 stars, 46 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.2 (46) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    UBITS

    El desarrollo de una startup

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Sales Development, Market Analysis, Customer Insights, Sales Strategy, Sales, Customer Retention, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Technology Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurial Finance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Entrepreneurship Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Business Planning, Sales Strategy, Sales Pipelines, Customer Insights, Entrepreneurship, Proposal Development, Market Analysis, Innovation, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Market Research, Product Development, User Research, New Business Development, Process Validation, Business Strategies, Value Propositions, Business Modeling, Finance

    4.7 stars, 282 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (282) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Effectuation: Lessons From Expert Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Resource Management, Resourcefulness, Entrepreneurship, Dealing With Ambiguity, Creative Problem-Solving, Open Mindset, Overcoming Obstacles, Growth Mindedness, Resource Utilization, Stakeholder Management, Innovation, Problem Solving, Stakeholder Engagement, Tenacity, Proactivity, Adaptability, Action Oriented, New Business Development, Persuasive Communication

    4.9 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    New Tech Ventures

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Global Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Innovation, Team Building, Sales Presentations, Storytelling, Open Mindset, Market Research, Oral Expression, Entrepreneurial Finance, Ideation, Business Planning, New Business Development, Teamwork, Legal Risk, Market Dynamics, Relationship Building, Team Leadership

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Building the Business Model for Corporate Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Customer Analysis, Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Corporate Strategy, Customer Insights, Value Propositions, New Business Development, Target Market, Persona Development, User Research, Strategic Partnership, Sustainable Business, Customer Relationship Management, Product Development, Innovation, Product Strategy, Market Analysis, Interviewing Skills

    4.6 stars, 86 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (86) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Sales Presentations, Value Propositions, Presentations, Entrepreneurial Finance, Oral Expression, Innovation, New Product Development, Brainstorming, Product Development, Business Planning, New Business Development, Business Modeling, Financial Analysis, Technology Strategies, Customer Analysis, Communication, Business Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    How to Start a Biotech Venture

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Team Building, Biotechnology, Team Management, Financial Management, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurial Finance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Commercialization, New Business Development, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Planning, Strategic Partnership, Innovation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Emprendimiento Corporativo

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Corporate Strategy, Team Management, Organizational Development, Entrepreneurship, Growth Strategies, Business Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Culture Transformation, Business Management, Initiative and Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Program Evaluation

    4.4 stars, 21 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (21) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Financing and Profiting from Innovation for Corporate Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Valuation, Proposal Writing, Financial Reporting, Proposal Development, Corporate Finance, Financial Statements, Corporate Accounting, Project Finance, Business Metrics, Return On Investment, Financial Management, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Sales Presentations, Cash Flows, Presentations, Innovation

    4.6 stars, 47 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (47) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Fundamentals of entrepreneurship in the family business

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Entrepreneurship, Product Development, Ideation, Business Modeling, Sales Presentations, Market Opportunities, Innovation, New Business Development, Business Planning, Presentations, Business Strategies, Entrepreneurial Finance, Market Trend, Market Research, Trend Analysis

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Intellectual Property for Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Getting Started with Technology Startups: University of Colorado Boulder
  • El desarrollo de una startup: UBITS
  • Entrepreneurship Capstone: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Effectuation: Lessons From Expert Entrepreneurs: University of Virginia
  • New Tech Ventures: Illinois Tech
  • Building the Business Model for Corporate Entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Entrepreneurship: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • How to Start a Biotech Venture: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Emprendimiento Corporativo: Tecnológico de Monterrey

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