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.

Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Supervised Learning, Business Metrics, Market Data, Generative AI, Financial Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Intelligence, Statistical Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Storytelling, Applied Machine Learning
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Project Documentation, Collaborative Software, Taking Meeting Minutes, Internal Communications, Accountability, Team Oriented, Stakeholder Communications, Meeting Facilitation, Document Management, Communication Strategies, Project Coordination, Workflow Management, Project Management, Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Business Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Office, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Macros, Data Presentation, Microsoft 365, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, Productivity Software, Data Visualization, Data Integration, Data Entry, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Management, Document Management, File Management, Performance Management, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Proofreading, Business Writing, Document Management, Productivity Software, Microsoft Windows, Writing and Editing, Computer Literacy, Technical Documentation, Writing, Web Content, Editing, Report Writing, Business Communication, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Productivity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: People Management, Leadership and Management, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Trustworthiness, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Team Building, Conflict Management, Performance Management, Team Leadership, Business Leadership, Active Listening, Team Motivation, Relationship Building, Honesty, Constructive Feedback, Empathy, Coaching, Organizational Strategy
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Planning, Investments, Budgeting, Risk Management, Goal Setting, Cash Management, Finance, Smart Goals, Insurance, Financial Management, Credit Risk
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Financial Forecasting, Power BI, Model Evaluation, Marketing Budgets, Sales Strategy, Predictive Modeling, Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Case Studies, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Modeling, Business Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Chris Croft Training
Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Influencing, Rapport Building, Persuasive Communication, Relationship Building, Assertiveness, Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Active Listening, Leadership and Management, Adaptability, Business Leadership
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, Market Research, Strategic Marketing, Go To Market Strategy, Case Studies, Market Intelligence, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Business Strategy, Analysis, Product Marketing, Promotional Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Working Capital, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Acumen, Cash Flows, Business Metrics, Benchmarking, Return On Investment, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Balance Sheet, Credit Risk, Performance Analysis, Financial Modeling, Income Statement, Operational Efficiency, Accounting, Corporate Finance, Trend Analysis, Business
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Resource Management, Project Management Software, Resource Allocation, Project Schedules, Project Planning, Project Design, Project Scoping, Microsoft 365, Project Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Coordination, Microsoft Office, Project Estimation, Timelines, Scheduling, Project Documentation, Dependency Analysis, Productivity Software, User Interface (UI)
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de Palermo
Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Management Accounting, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Cost Accounting, Marketing, Talent Management, Brand Management, Business Economics, Accounting, Brand Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Leadership Development, Budgeting, Cash Flows, Business Leadership, Value Propositions, Organizational Strategy, Market Dynamics, Economics
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months