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.

University of Pennsylvania
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

SkillsBooster Academy
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

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

Total Seminars
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

Coursera
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

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

Board Infinity
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

University of California, Irvine
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

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

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

Board Infinity
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

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