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.

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Research, Survey Creation, Intercultural Competence, Experimentation, Case Studies, Business Research, Business Management, Culture, Cultural Diversity, Analysis, Qualitative Research, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership and Management, Organizational Development, Critical Thinking, Talent Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Plant Operations and Management, Planning, Adaptability, Land Management, Design, Sustainable Design, Taxonomy, Water Resource Management, Life Sciences, Analytical Testing, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Systems, Microbiology, Decision Making, Productivity, Sustainability Standards
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Cash Flow Forecasting, Excel Formulas, Financial Modeling, Cash Management, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Financial Data, Accounting and Finance Software, Cash Flows, Finance, Forecasting, Dashboard Creation, Business Reporting, Financial Analysis, Management Reporting, Data Analysis, Business Operations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Compensation Management, Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Compensation Analysis, Human Capital, Diversity Awareness, Human Resources Management and Planning, Labor Relations, Labor Compliance, Employee Relations, International Relations, Human Resource Policies, Business Management, Human Resource Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Staff Management, Management Training And Development, Labor Law, Resource Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Blockchain, FinTech, Risk Modeling, Portfolio Risk, Entrepreneurial Finance, Financial Market, Business Valuation, Risk Management, Excel Formulas, Market Data, Emerging Technologies, Cryptography, Risk Analysis, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Microsoft Excel
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Investment Banking, Presentations, Benchmarking, Financial Statement Analysis, Sales Presentations, Strategic Communication, Organizational Structure, Financial Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Data Integration, Financial Acumen, Market Analysis, Data Storytelling, Strategic Partnership, Data Visualization, Business Research, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Finance
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Warehousing, Ad Hoc Analysis, Business Intelligence, Databases, Data Maintenance, Database Management, Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Ad Hoc Reporting, Business Analytics, Star Schema, Query Languages, Operational Databases, Data Quality, Data Access, Data Manipulation, Business Logic, Business Metrics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Reporting, Microsoft Office, Statistical Analysis, Productivity, Timelines, Productivity Software, Analysis, Trend Analysis, Financial Analysis, Statistical Methods, Business Reporting, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Finance, Business, Job Analysis, Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Search Engine Marketing, Content Optimization, Google Analytics, Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Competitive Analysis, Content Strategy, WordPress, Web Content, Content Creation, ChatGPT, Earned Media, AI Workflows, Auditing, Technical Communication, Core Data (Software)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Chris Croft Training
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Project Controls, Project Management, Project Risk Management, Project Scoping, Project Portfolio Management, Project Design, Project Schedules, Agile Project Management, Milestones (Project Management), Project Coordination, Project Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Implementation, Project Estimation, Project Performance, Project Finance, Project Documentation
Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Overcoming Obstacles, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Accountability, Visionary, Personal Development, Accountability Frameworks, Professional Development, Follow Through, Prioritization, Honesty, Planning, Curiosity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Creo Incubator
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Ethics, Trustworthiness, Relationship Management, Cultural Responsiveness, Influencing, Executive Presence, Strategic Communication, Drive Engagement, Crisis Management, Leadership and Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Relationship Building, Strategic Partnership, Communication Strategies, Rapport Building, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks