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.
Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Leadership Studies, Machine Learning, Decision Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Organizational Leadership, Plan Execution, AI Integrations, AI literacy, Organizational Strategy, Team Leadership, Artificial Neural Networks, Business Strategy, Leadership, Management Training And Development, Governance, Risk Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Model Evaluation, Auditing, Risk Management Framework
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Non-Verbal Communication, Personal Development, Time Management, Composure, Business Writing, Personal Attributes, Teamwork, Active Listening, Writing, Oral Expression, Business Correspondence, Self-Awareness, Collaboration, Stress Management, Communication, Planning, Behavior Management, Leadership, Public Speaking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Work Breakdown Structure, Project Risk Management, Risk Management, Project Management, Project Scoping, Project Planning, Risk Mitigation, Scope Management, Project Schedules, Risk Analysis, Project Documentation, Project Estimation, Timelines, Cost Estimation, Scheduling, Accountability Frameworks, Budgeting, Accountability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Responsible AI, Prompt Patterns, AI Orchestration, AI literacy, Microsoft 365, Data Ethics, Prompt Engineering, AI Workflows, LLM Application, Email Automation, Microsoft Excel, Analytics, Collaboration, Project Coordination, Proposal Development, Performance Reporting, Advanced Analytics, Content Creation
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Reporting, Income Statement, Cash Flows, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Statements, Liquidation, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Data Presentation, Business Reporting, Analysis, Accounting, Finance, Business, Professional Development, Operations, LESS, Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Copenhagen Business School
Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Growth Strategies, Marketing Communications, Business Modeling, Business Planning, Sustainable Development, Team Collaboration, Organizational Structure, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Entrepreneurial Finance, Needs Assessment, Communication Strategies, Marketing and Public Relations, Business Strategies, Community Development, Sustainable Business, Performance Measurement, Fundraising, Organizational Strategy
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Case Western Reserve University
Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Organizational Leadership, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Coaching, Organizational Change, Personal Development, Organizational Development, Leadership, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Positivity, Social Skills, Change Management, People Development, Growth Mindedness, Mindfulness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Institute for the Future
Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Visionary, Proactivity, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Thinking, Action Oriented, Simulations, Optimism, Planning, Community Organizing, Creativity, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Virtual Reality, Trend Analysis, Game Theory, Storytelling
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cucumber (Software), Software Testing, Selenium (Software), Gherkin (Scripting Language), JUnit, Verification And Validation, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Security Testing, Regression Testing, Test Case, Software Development Tools, Testability, White-Box Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Performance Testing, Development Testing, Test Engineering
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) Compliance, Governance, Financial Controls, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Fraud detection, Auditing, Compliance Management, Financial Regulations, Financial Auditing, Regulatory Compliance, Corporate Accounting, Financial Accounting, Case Studies, Public Accounting, Corporate Finance, Finance, Business, Accounting, Accountability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Brochures, Microsoft Word, Photo Editing, Promotional Materials, Marketing Materials, Layout Design, Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Microsoft Office, Typography, Graphic and Visual Design, Microsoft Project, Image Quality, Design, Creative Design, Marketing, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Content, Digital Marketing, Business
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Work Breakdown Structure, Stakeholder Analysis, Scope Management, Stakeholder Communications, Project Planning, Planning, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Influencing, Conflict Management, Leadership, Organizational Structure
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks