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Online Business Courses

Business courses can help you learn financial analysis, marketing strategies, project management, and operations optimization. You can build skills in negotiation tactics, data analytics, and effective leadership techniques. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for financial modeling, CRM software for customer relationship management, and project management platforms to streamline workflows.

Popular Online Business Courses and Certifications


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    Alex Genadinik

    Start An Online Business And Generate Passive Income - 2026

    Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Strategic Partnership, Brand Strategy, Email Automation, Branding, Generative AI Agents, Contract Negotiation, Product Knowledge, Closing (Sales), Entrepreneurship, AI Workflows, Negotiation, Order Management, Selling Techniques, E-Commerce, Blogs, Content Creation, Order Fulfillment, Agentic systems, Logistics Management

    4.3 stars, 30 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (30) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google

    Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Performance Measurement, Digital Media Strategy, Performance Metric, Search Engine Marketing, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Search Engine Optimization, Branding, Web Analytics and SEO, Digital Marketing, Customer Engagement, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, E-Commerce, Email Marketing, Brand Awareness, Marketing Analytics, Performance marketing

    4.8 stars, 32K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (32K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Madecraft

    QuickBooks Online: Getting Up and Running with QuickBooks

    Skills you'll gain: QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Small Business Accounting, Bookkeeping, Accounting Software, Expense Management, Cash Receipts, Accounting Records, Accounting Systems, Accounting, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounts Receivable, Business Reporting, Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, Management Reporting, Reconciliation, Invoicing, Accounting and Finance Software, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Forecasting

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The State University of New York

    Launch Your Online Business

    Skills you'll gain: Branding, Brand Strategy, Marketing and Public Relations, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Entrepreneurship, Content Creation, Video Production, Copywriting, Business Modeling, Public Relations, Presentations, Customer Engagement, Value Propositions, Proposal Development, Web Design and Development, Business Planning, Photography, Web Presence, Marketing Strategies, Content Strategy

    4.7 stars, 881 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    10 Passive Income Businesses For 2026 To Start Today

    Skills you'll gain: E-Commerce, Content Creation, Digital Content, Video Production, Digital Publishing, Wholesaling, Digital Assets, Pay Per Click Advertising, Entrepreneurship, Direct Selling, Marketing Channel, Blockchain, Subcontracting, Search Engine Optimization

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial

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    Google

    Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores

    Skills you'll gain: Order Fulfillment, Online Advertising, E-Commerce, Order Delivery, Order Processing, Order Management, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, General Sales Practices, Market Research, Marketing, Retail Management, Advertising Campaigns, Sales Strategy, Sales, Business Research, Retail Store Operations, Shipping and Receiving, Marketing Strategies, Market Trend

    4.8 stars, 2K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Coursera

    Create your e-commerce store with Shopify

    Skills you'll gain: Inventory Management, Customer Data Management, Order Processing, Order Management, Order Fulfillment, Inventory Management System, Inventory Control, Product Assortment, Account Management, E-Commerce, Web Analytics, Retail Management, Product Management, Content Management Systems, Retail Store Operations, Performance Analysis, Editing, Marketing, Business

    4.5 stars, 603 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (603) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Introduction to Business

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Business Strategy, Digital Brand Strategy, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Financial Accounting, Organizational Leadership, Online Advertising, Cash Flow Forecasting, Search Engine Optimization, Business Planning, Accountability, Business Management, Leadership and Management, Fiscal Management, Forecasting, Cost Control, Operating Expense, Strategic Planning, Storytelling

    4.7 stars, 849 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (849) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    International Business

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Operations, Financial Systems, Staff Management, People Management, Cultural Diversity, Cultural Responsiveness, Tax, Team Management, Purchasing, Cultural Sensitivity, Commercial Laws, Ethical Standards And Conduct, General Finance, Supply Chain Management, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Corporate Sustainability, Business Development

    4.7 stars, 579 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (579) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Digital Business

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Digital Analysis, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Process Analysis, Digital Transformation, Performance Analysis, Business Analysis, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Analysis, Business Transformation, Digital Assets, Business Planning, Marketing Management, Business Valuation, Entrepreneurship, General Sales Practices, Emerging Technologies, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Management

    4.6 stars, 203 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Shopify Dropshipping Mastery: Start Your Online Store

    Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Sales, Product Promotion, Growth Strategies, Email Marketing, Product Strategy, Order Management, Order Fulfillment, Content Creation, International Relations, Business Management

    4.9 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Profitable Side Hustles: start your own business

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Management, Cash Flow Forecasting, Cash Flows, Ideation, Risk Mitigation, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Feasibility Studies, Business Risk Management, Small Business Accounting, Marketing, Growth Strategies, Market Opportunities, Risk Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Business Strategies, Brainstorming, Self-Starter, Self-Motivation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial

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

  • Start An Online Business And Generate Passive Income - 2026: Alex Genadinik
  • Foundations of Digital Marketing and E-commerce: Google
  • QuickBooks Online: Getting Up and Running with QuickBooks: Madecraft
  • Launch Your Online Business: The State University of New York
  • 10 Passive Income Businesses For 2026 To Start Today: Alex Genadinik
  • Make the Sale: Build, Launch, and Manage E-commerce Stores: Google
  • Create your e-commerce store with Shopify: Coursera
  • Introduction to Business: University of California, Irvine
  • International Business: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Digital Business: École Polytechnique

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