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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Teamwork, Presentations, Team Building, Innovation, Collaboration, Professional Development, Public Speaking, Communication, Influencing, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Responsible AI, No-Code Development, LLM Application, AI Enablement, ChatGPT, Business Metrics, Data Ethics, AI Personalization, Return On Investment, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Customer experience improvement, Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Performance Measurement, Large Language Modeling, Product Improvement, Cross Platform Development, Continuous Improvement Process, Natural Language Processing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Governance, Data Migration, Business Process Automation, Content Management, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Office, Trend Analysis, Document Management, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, System Configuration, Compliance Management, Technology Roadmaps, DevOps, Microsoft Copilot, Data Security
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Animations, Motion Graphics, 3D Assets, Graphic and Visual Design, Typography, Design Elements And Principles, Design, Color Theory
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Customer experience improvement, Generative AI, Self Service Technologies, ChatGPT, Customer Support, Customer Service, Customer Insights, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Data Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Intercultural Competence, Team Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Cultural Diversity, Team Leadership, Collaboration, Cultural Sensitivity, Verbal Communication Skills, Active Listening, Communication, Empathy, Leadership, Non-Verbal Communication, Safety Culture, Relationship Building, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Database Design, Workflow Management, Project Management Software, Employee Onboarding, Client Services, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Productivity Software, Business Workflow Analysis, Project Management, Collaborative Software, Project Documentation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Process Analysis, Web Analytics, Dashboard, Process Design, Customer experience improvement, Driving engagement, Process Improvement and Optimization, User Feedback, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Analysis, Business Metrics, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Facebook, Digital Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Web Analytics, Advertising, Driving engagement, Target Audience, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Kubernetes, Scenario Testing, Simulations, Scripting, Command-Line Interface
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Customer Insights, User Feedback, Customer Analysis, Customer experience improvement, Data Sharing, Business Research, User Accounts, Content Creation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Bookkeeping, Accruals, Accounting, Accounting Records, General Accounting, Regulatory Compliance, Revenue Recognition, Journals
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks