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: Prompt Engineering, Agentic systems, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Generative AI Agents, AI Security, AI Enablement, JSON, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Embeddings, AI Personalization, Application Programming Interface (API), Vector Databases, Knowledge Transfer, Integration Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Equities, Operational Risk, Capital Markets, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Financial Systems, Finance, Risk Mitigation, Events and Conferences, Operations Management, Operations, On-The-Job Training, Operations Support Systems, Systems Development Life Cycle
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Information System (HRIS), HR Tech, Human Resources Software, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Information Systems, System Implementation, Payroll Systems, Payroll, Database Design, Recruitment, Automation, Operations Management, Performance Management, Operations, Design Software, Digital Transformation, Analytics, Design, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: English Language, Sustainable Business, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Oral Comprehension, Corporate Sustainability, Language Competency, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Vocabulary, Natural Resource Management, Advocacy, Language Learning, Grammar
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Goal Setting, Self-Motivation, Habit Formation, Motivational Skills, Growth Mindedness, Productivity, Mental Concentration, Follow Through, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Persistence, Open Mindset, Resilience, Accountability, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Leadership
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Financial Planning, Finance, Compensation Strategy, Budget Management, Budgeting, Self-Awareness, Financial Management, Personal Development, Financial Acumen, Cash Management, Compensation and Benefits, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Behavioral Economics, Goal-Oriented, Decision Making, Risk Management, Expense Management, Goal Setting
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Surveys, Google Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Intelligence, Keyword Research, Survey Creation, Product Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Prompt Engineering Tools, Competitive Analysis, Target Audience, Market Intelligence, Web Analytics, Product Strategy, Go To Market Strategy, Market Research, Content Strategy
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Financial Statement Analysis, Budgeting, Variance Analysis, Financial Modeling, Management Reporting, Financial Planning, Corporate Finance, Data Storytelling, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Generative AI, Scenario Testing, Prompt Engineering, Risk Management, Microsoft Excel, Accrual Accounting, Stakeholder Management, Anomaly Detection, Data Visualization, Performance Stress Testing
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Advocacy, Risk Management, Lobbying, Talent Management, Risk Management Framework, Leadership Development, Risk Mitigation, Diversity and Inclusion, Philanthropy, Leadership and Management, Diversity Programs, Talent Recruitment, Governance, Compensation Management, Organizational Leadership, Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Strategy, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Fundraising
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: English Language, Sustainable Business, Culture, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Oral Comprehension, Social Sciences, Language Learning, Environment, Literacy, Corporate Sustainability, Sociology, Community Development, Social Studies, Language Competency, Psychology, Verbal Communication Skills, Vocabulary, Communication
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Market Trend, Financial Trading, Market Dynamics, Market Data, Trend Analysis, Financial Market, Market Analysis, Securities Trading, Market Opportunities, Analysis, Decision Making, Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Consolidation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Real Estate, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Modeling, Property and Real Estate, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Commercial Real Estate, Revenue Recognition, Risk Analysis, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Construction, Investments, Finance, Market Dynamics, Analysis, Estimation, Benchmarking, Case Studies, Banking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months