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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Modern Data Warehouse Analytics in Microsoft Azure

    Skills you'll gain: Azure Synapse Analytics, Power BI, Databricks, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Services, Data Warehousing, Data Architecture, Database Systems, Cloud Storage, Databases, Data Lakes, Dashboard Creation, Analytics, Big Data, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Visualization Software, Data Integration, Data Storage Technologies, Data Processing, Data Visualization

    4.5 stars, 135 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (135) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Leveraging Virtual Assistants for Personal Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Productivity, Time Management, Calendar Management, Automation, AI literacy, Artificial Intelligence

    4.4 stars, 198 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    SEO Keyword Research - First Step In Your SEO - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Content Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Market Research, Digital Marketing Tools, Target Market, Marketing Strategies, Competitive Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    System Issues in Cloud Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Applications, Cloud Development, Cloud-Native Computing, Software-Defined Networking, Virtual Networking, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Distributed Computing, Application Development, Cloud Management, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Network Performance Management, Data Store, Network Infrastructure, Data Centers

    4.5 stars, 407 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (407) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze Investor Behavior with Behavioral Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Investments, Financial Analysis, Investment Management, Financial Market, Finance, Portfolio Management, Decision Making, Portfolio Risk, Market Dynamics, General Finance, Economics, Consultative Approaches, Risk Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Packt

    Docker and Kubernetes Masterclass: From Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Docker (Software), Containerization, Cloud-Native Computing, Application Deployment, YAML, Devops Tools, Command-Line Interface, Google Cloud Platform, Web Applications, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Deployment, Data Persistence, Development Environment, Configuration Management, Virtual Networking, Nginx, Software Installation, MongoDB, Service Management

    4.7 stars, 51 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (51) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job skills
    Job skills
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Agile Excellence with Scrum: Planning, CI, Backlog Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Kaizen Methodology, Sprint Planning, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, DevOps, User Story, Initiative and Leadership, Scalability, Innovation, Organizational Development, Continuous Deployment, Performance Metric, CI/CD, Continuous Integration, Collaborative Software, Capacity Planning, Coordinating, Meeting Facilitation, Dependency Analysis, Goal Setting

    3.8 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.8 (12) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft 365 Foundations: Outlook Calendar & Teams Meetings

    Skills you'll gain: Calendar Management, Meeting Facilitation, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Organizational Skills, Setting Appointments, Coordinating, Productivity, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Office, Productivity Software, Drive Engagement, Scheduling, Business, Business Communication

    Beginner · Course · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Fundamentos de Negócios

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Business Management, Finance, People Management, Corporate Finance, Organizational Structure, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Leadership and Management, Marketing, Go To Market Strategy, Branding, Decision Making

    4.9 stars, 9 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Investment and Corporate Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, International Finance, Corporate Finance, Cost Management, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, Equities, Management Accounting, Financial Management, Operating Cost, Finance, Financial Analysis, Operational Analysis, Expense Management, Business Risk Management, Return On Investment, Business Valuation, Financial Market, Financial Trading, Securities (Finance)

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    Edureka

    Generative AI for People Management

    Skills you'll gain: Training and Development, Developing Training Materials, Training Programs, Responsible AI, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources, Gap Analysis, Employee Training, Employee Performance Management, Employee Engagement, AI Personalization, Employee Surveys, Performance Review, Performance Management, Performance Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Survey Creation, Data Analysis, Surveys

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Moving the Needle at Work: Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, People Management, Emotional Intelligence, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Disabilities, Organizational Leadership, Team Management, Safety Culture, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Advocacy, Communication

    4 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular starting a business courses

  • Modern Data Warehouse Analytics in Microsoft Azure: Microsoft
  • Leveraging Virtual Assistants for Personal Productivity: Coursera
  • SEO Keyword Research - First Step In Your SEO - 2026: Alex Genadinik
  • System Issues in Cloud Computing: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Analyze Investor Behavior with Behavioral Finance: EDUCBA
  • Docker and Kubernetes Masterclass: From Beginner to Advanced: Packt
  • Agile Excellence with Scrum: Planning, CI, Backlog Mastery: Board Infinity
  • Microsoft 365 Foundations: Outlook Calendar & Teams Meetings: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Fundamentos de Negócios: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Investment and Corporate Finance: EDUCBA

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