Business plan courses can help you learn market analysis, financial forecasting, operational planning, and effective pitching techniques. You can build skills in identifying target audiences, crafting value propositions, and developing marketing strategies. Many courses introduce tools like SWOT analysis, business model canvases, and financial modeling software, which can enhance your ability to create comprehensive and persuasive business plans.

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Verbal Communication Skills, Rapport Building, Communication, Professionalism, Relationship Management, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Active Listening, 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: Derivatives, Futures Exchange, Portfolio Risk, Risk Management, Financial Services, Commercial Banking, Asset Management, Banking, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Gap Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Collaboration, Communication, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Planning, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Analysis, Employee Surveys, Developing Training Materials, Microsoft Office, User Accounts, Microsoft 365, Education Software and Technology
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Database Management Systems, Cloud Computing Architecture, Data Import/Export, Data Mapping, Data Strategy, Data Storage
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Containerization, Application Programming Interface (API), Digital Transformation, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Business Transformation, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Infrastructure, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Solutions, Cloud-Native Computing, Cloud Applications, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Computing, Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Cloud Services, Leadership and Management, Finance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Growth Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Value Propositions, Organizational Strategy, Customer Analysis, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Market Share, Strategic Decision-Making, New Business Development, Market Opportunities, Market Dynamics, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Predictive Analytics, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Data Visualization Software, Unsupervised Learning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Document Management, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, Supplier Management, Proposal Development, Proposal Writing, Vendor Management, Bidding, Market Research, Standard Operating Procedure, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Keyword Research, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

HubSpot Academy
Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Dashboard, Business Analytics, Customer Relationship Management, Business Reporting, Forecasting, Content Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Sales, Sales Management, Sales Process, Customer Engagement, Performance Reporting, Customer Insights, Goal Setting, Customer Data Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Drive Engagement, Driving engagement, Social Media Management, Customer Engagement, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Strategy, Community Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Branding, Advertising, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Management, Brand Marketing, Brand Strategy, Integrated Marketing Communications, Brand Loyalty, Marketing Communications, Brand Awareness, Marketing, Promotional Strategies, Digital Advertising, Media Strategy, Data-Driven Marketing, Case Studies, Design Thinking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks