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.

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Network Routing, Data Structures, Network Analysis, Network Model, Theoretical Computer Science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Power Electronics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Electronic Systems, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainability Standards, Semiconductors, Building Codes, Engineering Calculations, Financial Modeling, Environmental Issue
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cash Management, Working Capital, Cash Flows, Payment Systems, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Cash Flow Forecasting, Payment Processing and Collection, Financial Management, Operational Efficiency, Banking Services, Finance, Financial Services, Financial Systems, Banking, Business, Business Solutions, Business Strategies, Decision Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Project Controls, Project Schedules, Scheduling, Project Estimation, Timelines, Project Management, Time Management, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Estimation, Project Management Software, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Resource Allocation, Resource Planning, Project Risk Management, Practice Management, Dependency Analysis, Resource Management, Key Management, LESS
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Agentic Workflows, Business Process Automation, Workflow Management, File Management, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Automation, Document Management, Agentic systems, Organizational Skills, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Data Management, Prompt Engineering, Business Administration, Business
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Marketing, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing Tools, Google Analytics, Online Advertising, Meta Ads Manager, Digital Marketing, Data Capture, Application Programming Interface (API), Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Web Analytics, Information Privacy, Data Integration, Analytics, Facebook, Data Analysis, Advertising
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Marketing, Strategic Communication, Journey Mapping, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategies, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing, Marketing Automation, Marketing Channel, Cross-Channel Marketing, AI Personalization, Media and Communications, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Personalized Campaigns, MarTech, Online Advertising, Integrated Marketing Communications, Communication Strategies, Social Media
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Financial Statements, Operational Efficiency, Working Capital, Business Metrics, Gross Profit, Operational Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Data, Balance Sheet, Return On Investment, General Finance, Finance, Income Statement, Analysis, Risk Analysis, Business Modeling, Market Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Google Workspace
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Design, Land Development, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Technologies, Community Development, Sustainable Business, Governance, Economic Development, Socioeconomics, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Climate Change Mitigation, Case Studies, Energy and Utilities, Multimedia, Business Modeling
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Project, Project Schedules, Project Management Software, Project Controls, Project Planning, Scheduling, Resource Allocation, Calendar Management, Project Performance, Timelines, Capacity Management, Resource Utilization, Work Breakdown Structure, Cost Management, Dependency Analysis, Resource Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: People Development, People Analytics, Data Storytelling, Workforce Development, Human Resources, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Human Resource Strategy, People Management, Employee Coaching, AI Enablement, Organizational Development, Dashboard, Coaching, Portfolio Management, Training Programs, Talent Management, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks