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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Automation, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Operations, Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Customer Retention, Growth Strategies, Customer Acquisition Management, HubSpot CRM, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Analysis, Email Marketing, Campaign Management, Campaign Planning, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Customer Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Customer Communications Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Internal Auditing, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Data Visualization, Risk Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Auditors Report, Internal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Cybersecurity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Business Risk Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Lending and Underwriting, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Commercial Lending, Portfolio Risk, Securities (Finance), Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Derivatives, Financial Analysis, Retail Banking, Banking, Portfolio Management, Analysis, Probability, Transfer Learning, Application Frameworks, Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Pipelines, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing Automation, Customer Retention, Personalized Campaigns, Lead Generation, Marketing Analytics, Sales Process, Customer Analysis, Sales Development, Customer Engagement, Prospecting and Qualification, Customer Insights, Workflow Management, Customer Communications Management, Target Audience, Business Metrics, Process Analysis, Sales Support
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Learning Management Systems, Usability, Interactive Learning, UI Components, Multimedia, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI), Software Installation, Education Software and Technology, Training Programs, Instructional Design, Digital Content, Content Management Systems, Digital Publishing, Animations, Content Management, Design, Instructional Strategies, Learning Strategies, Technical Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Financial Planning, Market Data, Financial Services, Insurance, Financial Analysis, Insurance Policies, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Financial Market, General Finance, Investments, Asset Management, Market Analysis, Equities, Performance Analysis, Insurance and Warranty Claims Processing, Return On Investment, Risk Management, Strategic Decision-Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Inventory and Warehousing, Material Handling, Warehousing, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Logistics Management, Logistics, Inventory Control Systems, Warehouse Operations, Inventory Management System, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain, Information Systems, Vendor Management, Operational Efficiency, Automation, Cost Reduction
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Empathy, Workplace inclusivity, Active Listening, Compassion, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Recognizing Others, Emotional Intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion, Leadership, Employee Engagement, People Management, Conflict Management, Team Management, Self-Awareness, Professional Development, Employee Retention, Constructive Feedback, Innovation, Communication, Change Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Registration, Loan Origination, Mortgage Loans, Compliance Training, Regulatory Compliance, Bank Regulations, Financial Regulations, Compliance Management, Compliance Reporting, Consumer Lending, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Auditing, Procedure Development, Continuous Monitoring
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biological Engineering, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Manufacturing and Production, Process Engineering, Cell Cultures, Chemical Engineering, Bioinformatics, Production Process, Microbiology, Sustainable Technologies, Biochemistry, Sustainable Business, Cell Biology, Process Control, Sustainable Systems, Molecular Biology, Process Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Tax Planning, Tax Management, Income Tax, Consumer Lending, Tax Preparation, Payroll Tax, Tax, Tax Compliance, Payment Systems, Deposit Accounts, Loans, Tax Returns, Banking, Credit Risk, Financial Systems, Financial Services, Financial Planning, Mortgage Loans, Real Estate, Transaction Processing
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Team Performance Management, Collaboration, Virtual Teams, Behavior Management, Team Collaboration, Decision Making, Leadership, Team Motivation, Organizational Structure, Leadership Development, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Productivity, Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks