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: Product Roadmaps, Business Analysis, Requirements Management, Team Building, Business Requirements, Acceptance Testing, Business Process Modeling, Agile Methodology, Project Management Software, Business Modeling, Agile Project Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Registration, Stakeholder Communications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Social Media Strategy, Strategic Planning, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Operations, Competitive Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Consumer Behaviour, Business Modeling, Customer Analysis, Web Analytics and SEO, Operations Management, Technical Management, Marketing Management, Digital Marketing, Branding, Google Ads, Forecasting
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Business Risk Management, Growth Strategies, Risk Management, Business Planning, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Market Share, Innovation, Problem Solving, Leadership and Management, Competitive Analysis, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Software Design Documents, System Design and Implementation, Internet Of Things, Technical Documentation, Technical Communication, Mobile Development, Test Case, System Testing, Software Development, Wireless Networks, Embedded Systems, Systems Integration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Productivity Software, Multimedia, Business Correspondence, Data Visualization, Business Communication, Content Creation, User Accounts, Graphic Design, Business Development
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Analytical Skills, Behavioral Economics, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Psychology, Communication, Algorithms, Probability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Real Time Data
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Employee Engagement, Communication Strategies, Advocacy, Empowerment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de Palermo
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Brand Strategy, Presentations, Branding, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Communication, Content Creation, Marketing Communications, Business Strategy, Drive Engagement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making, Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Leadership Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Corporate Finance Institute
Skills you'll gain: Financial Trading, Financial Market, Market Data, Economics, Capital Markets, Market Dynamics, Financial Policy, Market Trend, Banking, Investment Management, Forecasting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Harvard Business Review
Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Plan Execution, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Strategic Prioritization, Market Trend, Forecasting, Value Propositions, Innovation, Competitive Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks