Business consulting courses can help you learn strategic analysis, project management, client engagement, and effective communication techniques. You can build skills in problem-solving, data analysis, and developing actionable recommendations for clients. Many courses introduce tools like SWOT analysis, business model canvases, and project management software, that support implementing strategies and tracking progress in consulting projects.

Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Interviewing Skills, Executive Presence, Conflict Management, Social Skills, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Collaboration, Empathy, Team Management, Team Leadership, Relationship Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Strategic Planning, Workforce Development, Business Communication, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

West Virginia University
Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Internal Controls, Anomaly Detection, Financial Auditing, Cybersecurity, Investigation, Analytics, Big Data, Accounting, Compliance Reporting, Data Analysis Software, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sales Development, General Sales Practices, Phone Sales, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Communication Strategies, Marketing Psychology, Drive Engagement, Customer Engagement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Project Performance, Communication Planning, Change Control, Project Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Scope Management, Change Management, Project Documentation, Project Closure, Stakeholder Communications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Risk Management, Corporate Finance, Risk Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Investment Management, Return On Investment, Due Diligence, Cash Flows, Communication, Presentations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Payroll Systems, Payroll, Payroll Tax, Payroll Processing, Verification And Validation, Tax Compliance, Data Entry, Data Validation, Regulatory Compliance, Record Keeping, Quality Control
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Professional Networking, Initiative and Leadership, Relationship Building, Public Speaking, Decision Making, Negotiation, People Development, Social Skills, Organizational Structure
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, AI Personalization, Digital Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Digital Transformation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Digital Advertising, Cross-Channel Marketing, Generative AI, Analytics, Integrated Marketing Communications, Social Media, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Collection
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Project Management, Scope Management, Project Risk Management, Team Oriented, Agile Project Management, Project Planning, Leadership and Management, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Budgeting, Banking, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance, Commercial Lending, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Wealth Management, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Bank Regulations, Working Capital, Consumer Lending
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
McMaster University
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Finance, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Capital Markets, Investments, Derivatives, Business Valuation, Financial Policy, Financial Data, Equities, Project Design, Market Dynamics, Risk Management, Business Mathematics, Market Trend, Credit Risk, Project Documentation
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Systems Thinking, Analysis, Employee Engagement, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks