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Business Plan Courses

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.

Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Decision-Making and Scenarios

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting, Quantitative Research, Financial Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Financial Statement Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Statements, Revenue Forecasting, Risk Modeling, Decision Making, Capital Budgeting, Analysis, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Cash Flows, New Business Development, Entrepreneurial Finance, Balance Sheet

    ★ 4.6 (1.7K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI for Everyone for Work and Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Google Gemini, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Gemini, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, AI Workflows, Writing, Business Writing, Business Process Automation, Writing and Editing, Productivity, AI Integrations, Automation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Presentations

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

  • H

    HRCI

    Foundations of HR Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Human Resource Strategy, Human Resource Policies, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Management, HR Tech, Human Resources Software, Vendor Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Correspondence, People Analytics, Vendor Relationship Management, Labor Compliance, Workforce Management, Management Reporting, Internal Communications, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Communication, Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Total Seminars

    Advanced Networking — OS, Wireless & SOHO

    Skills you'll gain: Networking Hardware, Network Troubleshooting, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Network Security, TCP/IP, System Configuration, Local Area Networks, Network Routers, Network Switches, Firewall, Network Monitoring, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Network Infrastructure, Wide Area Networks, Operating System Administration, Microsoft Windows, Network Analysis, IT Management, IT Service Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Primary Research and GDPR Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Business Research, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data Ethics, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Research, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Research Design, Research, Research Methodologies, Compliance Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Data Collection, Informed Consent, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Project Design, Data Capture, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Advanced Excel Financial Modeling Risk Analysis & Auditing

    Skills you'll gain: Variance Analysis, Budget Management, Financial Analysis, Cost Control, Financial Auditing, Financial Modeling, Financial Data, Auditing, Risk Modeling, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Financial Statements, Excel Formulas, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Balance Sheet, Financial Controls, Risk Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Microsoft Excel

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Advanced AI-Driven Brand Strategy for Digital Growth & Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Brand Strategy, AI Personalization, Dashboard, Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Driving engagement, Competitive Analysis, Personalized Campaigns, Branding, Analytics, Governance, Strategic Marketing, Brand Awareness, Experience Design, Performance Measurement, Generative AI, Marketing Design, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Conflict Management

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Verbal Communication Skills, Verbal Strategic Communication, Strategic Communication, Diversity Awareness, Active Listening, Communication Planning, Cultural Sensitivity, Case Studies, Stakeholder Management, Positivity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Employee Engagement

    ★ 4.5 (2.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Computer Networks: Implementation & Security

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, Computer Networking, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Administration, Network Architecture, Network Infrastructure, Network Troubleshooting, General Networking, Wide Area Networks, Network Planning And Design, Local Area Networks, Cloud Computing, TCP/IP, Network Security, Threat Detection, Cloud Services, Network Protocols, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Networking Hardware, Computer Security

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Organizational Change and Performance Management

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Performance Appraisal, Workforce Development, Employee Performance Management, Business Transformation, Organizational Development, Talent Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Compensation Strategy, Human Resource Strategy, Performance Review, Human Resources Management and Planning, Management Training And Development, Organizational Change, Human Resources, People Development, Training and Development, Workforce Planning, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Deploying AI Agents: LLMs, LangGraph, and Production APIs

    Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, LLM Application, LangChain, CrewAI, Large Language Modeling, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Context Management, Vector Databases, Memory Management, Performance Testing, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Equity and Cash-Settled Payment Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Accounting, Financial Accounting, Compensation Analysis, Tax, Equities, Intercompany Accounting, Compensation Management, Financial Reporting, International Financial Reporting Standards, Accounting, Business Valuation, Income Tax, Compliance Reporting

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • Decision-Making and Scenarios: University of Pennsylvania
  • AI for Everyone for Work and Productivity: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Foundations of HR Operations: HRCI
  • Advanced Networking — OS, Wireless & SOHO: Total Seminars
  • Primary Research and GDPR Compliance: Coursera
  • Advanced Excel Financial Modeling Risk Analysis & Auditing: Coursera
  • Advanced AI-Driven Brand Strategy for Digital Growth & Scale: Board Infinity
  • Conflict Management: University of California, Irvine
  • Computer Networks: Implementation & Security: EDUCBA
  • Organizational Change and Performance Management: EDUCBA

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