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.

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Proactivity, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Optimism, Open Mindset, Empowerment, Planning, Creativity, Critical Thinking, Decision Making
★ 4.5 (59) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Security, Cloud Standards, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Computing Architecture, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, AI Security, Cloud Platforms, Cyber Governance, Data Security, Public Cloud, Encryption, Cybersecurity, Google Gemini, Security Controls, Computer Security, Infrastructure Security, Gemini, Cyber Security Strategy
★ 4.9 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Concision, Grant Writing, Sample Size Determination, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Grant Applications, Proposal Writing, Biostatistics, Proposal Development, Writing, Clinical Research Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Statistical Analysis, Persuasive Communication, Data Analysis, Clinical Research, Statistical Methods, Analysis, Research Design, Science and Research, Resource Allocation
★ 4.9 (61) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Looker (Software), Data Visualization Software, Business Intelligence Software, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Analytics, Analysis
★ 4.7 (41) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategies, Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Organizational Strategy, Market Analysis, Business Analysis, Value Propositions, Case Studies, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Market Dynamics, Market Opportunities, Asset Management
★ 4.7 (83) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Data Import/Export, Business Reporting, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software
★ 4.5 (70) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Classification Algorithms, Business Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Data Processing, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Decision Tree Learning
★ 4.6 (42) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Productivity, Prioritization, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Goal Setting, Organizational Skills, Follow Through, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Performance Improvement, Planning, Delegation Skills, Personal Attributes, Professional Development, Habit Formation
★ 4.7 (126) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Analysis, Process Analysis, Analysis, Business Requirements, Business Process, Needs Assessment, Requirements Management, Stakeholder Engagement
★ 4.8 (35) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alfaisal University | KLD
Skills you'll gain: Contract Management, Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Management, Materials Management, Vendor Contracts, Supplier Management, Decision Making
★ 4.6 (113) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investments, Investment Management, Financial Market, Portfolio Risk, Capital Markets, Finance, Equities, Market Liquidity, Risk Modeling, Risk Analysis, Financial Modeling, Asset Management, Return On Investment, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Market Dynamics, Business Valuation, Correlation Analysis
★ 4.8 (113) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Copywriting, Content Optimization, Search Engine Optimization, AI powered creativity, Target Audience, Content Creation, AI Enablement, Writing and Editing, Productivity Software, Brand Awareness, Marketing Automation, Generative AI, Driving engagement
★ 4 (58) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks