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.
Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management, Business Process Automation, Generative AI, Business Strategy, Automation, Data Strategy, Process Improvement, Large Language Modeling, Process Improvement and Optimization, Data Ethics, Process Optimization, Operational Efficiency, Customer Service, User Experience, Marketing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Project Management, Backlogs, Workflow Management, Prioritization, Process Improvement, Release Management, Continuous Improvement Process
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The University of Edinburgh
Skills you'll gain: Web Presence, digital literacy, Social Media, Data Management, Data Ethics, Goal Setting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, User Centered Design, Education Software and Technology, Entrepreneurship, Emerging Technologies, Market Research, Solution Design, Innovation, Legal Risk, Market Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Market Opportunities, Intellectual Property, Business Modeling, Scalability, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Growth Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Construction Management, Construction Engineering, Cost Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Architecture and Construction, Project Management, General Construction and Construction Labor, Construction Inspection, Facility Management, Submittals (Construction), Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Effectiveness, Digital Analysis, Data-Driven Marketing, Social Media, Search Engine Marketing, Performance marketing, Marketing Strategies, Social Media Strategy, Return On Investment, Web Analytics and SEO, Paid media, Cross-Channel Marketing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutrition Education, Sports Medicine, Health Promotion
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Content, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Paid media, Content Strategy, Digital Media Strategy, Earned Media, Owned Media, Content Marketing, Brand Strategy, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Analytics, Content Creation, Brand Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Agile Product Development, Stakeholder Communications, Scrum (Software Development), Product Management, Agile Software Development, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, User Story, Business Requirements, AI Enablement, Prioritization, Business Planning, Business Priorities, Business Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Customer Insights, Generative AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Positivity, Optimism, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Behavioral Economics, Public Policies, Diversity Awareness, Compassion, Sociology, Culture, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, Decision Intelligence, Policy Analysis, Mental Health, Resilience, Critical Thinking, Human Development, Social Sciences, Personal Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Advertising Campaigns, Campaign Management, Advertising, Online Advertising, Advertising Sales, Social Media Marketing, Digital Advertising, Lead Generation, Automation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), User Centered Design, Data Presentation, Usability, Human Centered Design, Design Research, User Research, Graphic and Visual Design, Usability Testing, Quantitative Research, Design Elements And Principles
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks