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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 Geneva

    Drugs, drug use, drug policy and health

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Pharmaceuticals, Social Justice, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Health Care, Medical Prescription, Public Health, Health Policy, Infectious Diseases, Healthcare Ethics, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Community Health, Advocacy, International Relations, Policy Development

    4.8 stars, 275 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (275) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Madecraft

    Implementing Change Effectively

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Culture Transformation, Stakeholder Management, Business Transformation, Leadership and Management, Program Implementation, Organizational Development, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Overcoming Objections, Stakeholder Communications, Initiative and Leadership, Influencing, People Management, Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Planning, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Shanghai Jiao Tong University

    当代应用心理学

    Skills you'll gain: Human Factors, Consumer Behaviour, Organizational Leadership, Psychological Evaluations, Leadership Studies, Leadership and Management, Psychology, Marketing Psychology, Mental Health, Professional Development, Mental and Behavioral Health, Marketing, Leadership, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Workforce Development, Personal Attributes, Human Development, Social Sciences, Decision Making

    4.6 stars, 98 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (98) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Peking University

    Advanced Neurobiology II

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Electrophysiology, Neurology, Anatomy, Physiology, Psychology, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Cell Biology, Psychiatry, Behavioral Health, Biology, Molecular Biology, Pathology, Pain Management

    4.4 stars, 161 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (161) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • S

    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    AI and Production

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Media Production, Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Media Strategy, Journalism, Media and Communications, AI literacy, Media Planning, Risking, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Marketing Communications, Digital Advertising, Marketing, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    University of Minnesota

    Prescriptive Analytics Project Ideation

    Skills you'll gain: Simulations, Operations Research, Simulation and Simulation Software, Sprint Planning, Advanced Analytics, Process Mapping, Process Optimization, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Solution Design, Needs Assessment, Business Analysis, Analytics, Model Optimization, Investment Management, Business Priorities, Goal Setting, Ideation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    MERN Stack Front To Back: Full Stack React, Redux & Node.js

    Skills you'll gain: Frontend Integration, Web Applications, API Design, User Interface (UI), Databases, GitHub, Dashboard Creation, Data Validation

    4.6 stars, 56 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (56) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Advanced Cybersecurity Concepts and Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Modeling, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Application Security, IT Security Architecture, Azure Active Directory, Security Strategy, Internet Of Things, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Microsoft Azure, Identity and Access Management, Asset Management

    4.6 stars, 104 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Fundamentals of Semiconductor Characterization

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Materials science, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Estimation, Manufacturing Processes, Engineering Calculations

    4.9 stars, 62 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (62) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Quantum computing, Probability, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Algebra, Physics

    4.4 stars, 77 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (77) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentos de Gerenciamento com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Capital, Human Resources, Employee Performance Management, Management Training And Development, Recruitment, Workforce Development, Performance Management, People Management, Talent Recruitment, Staff Management, Performance Appraisal, Culture Transformation, People Development, Employee Training, Full Cycle Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Delegation Skills, Organizational Development, Employee Coaching

    4.9 stars, 38 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (38) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • I

    IESE Business School

    Crisis Communications

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Communications, Crisis Management, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Media Relations, Stakeholder Communications, Crisis Intervention, Public Relations, Business Communication, Media and Communications, Verbal Strategic Communication, Communication Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Public Affairs, Advocacy, Communication, Oral Expression, Interviewing Skills, Public Speaking, Stakeholder Engagement

    4.7 stars, 94 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (94) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Drugs, drug use, drug policy and health: University of Geneva
  • Implementing Change Effectively: Madecraft
  • 当代应用心理学: Shanghai Jiao Tong University
  • Advanced Neurobiology II: Peking University
  • AI and Production: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Prescriptive Analytics Project Ideation: University of Minnesota
  • MERN Stack Front To Back: Full Stack React, Redux & Node.js: Packt
  • Advanced Cybersecurity Concepts and Capstone Project: Microsoft
  • Fundamentals of Semiconductor Characterization: Arizona State University
  • Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials: Packt

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