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Business Plan Courses

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.

Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


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    Duke University

    MLOps | Machine Learning Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Pandas (Python Package), AWS SageMaker, NumPy, Microsoft Azure, Hugging Face, GitHub Copilot, Unit Testing, Data Engineering, DevOps, Cloud Computing, Python Programming, Machine Learning, GitHub, Big Data, Data Management, Data Analysis

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    633 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    Цифровий маркетинг і електронна комерція від Google

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Paid media, Order Fulfillment, Media Planning, Social Media Campaigns, Google Ads, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Performance Measurement, Order Processing, Customer Acquisition Management, Brand Loyalty, Search Engine Marketing, Order Management, Content Creation, Marketing Planning, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Retention, Journey Mapping, Content Performance Analysis

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Concision, Technical Writing, Technical Communication, Electronic Media, Report Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Writing and Editing, Editing, Collaboration, Proofreading, Grammar, Professionalism, Planning

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    493 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    McMaster University

    Experimentation for Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Scientific Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Pareto Chart, Predictive Analytics, Model Optimization, Regression Analysis, A/B Testing, Statistical Modeling, Process Optimization, Statistical Software, Statistical Methods, Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Mathematical Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis

    4.9
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    937 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Finance for Non-Financial Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Financial Acumen, Equities, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Finance, Financial Data, Risk Management, Microsoft Excel, Return On Investment, Capital Budgeting, Spreadsheet Software, General Finance, Business Valuation, Cash Flows, Investments

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    477 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    CVS Health

    Introduction to Customer Service

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, De-escalation Techniques, Customer Service, Empathy, Call Center Experience, Customer Support, Greeting Customers, Retail Sales, Transaction Processing, Customer Complaint Resolution, Retail Store Operations, Problem Solving, Time Management, Conflict Management, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Root Cause Analysis, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Positivity

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    373 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Искусственный Интеллект (ИИ) для всех

    Skills you'll gain: Market Opportunities, AI Product Strategy, Responsible AI, Technical Management, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, AI literacy, Data Science, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning, Discussion Facilitation, Deep Learning, Recruitment, Sales

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    331 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Initiative and Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Leadership, Influencing, Overcoming Obstacles, Workforce Development, Personal Development, Empowerment, Personal Attributes, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Assertiveness, Collaboration, Adaptability

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Salesforce Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Sales Enablement, Data Management, Sales Process, Sales Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Marketing Automation, Customer Relationship Management, Data Security, Security Management, Customer Engagement, User Accounts, Customer Success Management, Marketing Management, Cloud-Based Integration, Customer Communications Management, Account Management, Automation, Business Reporting

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    220 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAP

    Becoming an SAP Professional

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, SAP Applications, SAP S/4HANA, SAP SuccessFactors, SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Signavio, Enterprise Resource Planning, Recruitment, Interviewing Skills, Goal Setting, Training Programs

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    270 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Rochester

    Introduction to Self-Determination Theory: An approach to motivation, development and wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Motivational Skills, Social Sciences, Mindfulness, Health And Wellness Coaching, Personal Development, Learning Theory, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Human Development, Psychology, Employee Engagement, Cultural Diversity, School Psychology, Goal Setting, Goal-Oriented, Coaching, Psychotherapy, Child Development, Relationship Building

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    529 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Banking and Financial Institutions

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Systems, Banking Services, Bank Regulations, Banking, Mobile Banking, Financial Regulation, Financial Services, Risk Management, Financial Regulations, Retail Banking, Financial Policy, Commercial Banking, Credit Risk, Finance, Payment Systems, General Finance, FinTech, Operational Risk, Financial Market, Business Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • MLOps | Machine Learning Operations: Duke University
  • Цифровий маркетинг і електронна комерція від Google: Google
  • Writing Skills for Engineering Leaders: Rice University
  • Experimentation for Improvement: McMaster University
  • Finance for Non-Financial Managers: Emory University
  • Introduction to Customer Service: CVS Health
  • Искусственный Интеллект (ИИ) для всех: DeepLearning.AI
  • Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change: Case Western Reserve University
  • Salesforce Basics: University of California, Irvine
  • Becoming an SAP Professional: SAP

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