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 Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Online Advertising, Advertising, Contextual Advertising, Pay Per Click Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Paid media, Social Media, Search Engine Marketing, Performance marketing, Marketing, Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Media Buying, Data Ethics
★ 4.6 (836) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Disaster Recovery, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Epidemiology
★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Computer Hardware, Generative AI, Operating Systems, Hardware Architecture, Generative Model Architectures, Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, Computer Systems, Solution Design, Business Software, Information Systems Security, Technical Support, Operating System Administration, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Security Awareness, Data Storage Technologies, Cybersecurity, AI literacy, Information Technology, Computer Architecture
★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Interoperability, Payment Systems, Financial Inclusion, Financial Systems, Cryptography, Financial Regulations, Digital Assets, Cryptographic Protocols, Banking, Encryption, Transaction Processing, Data Integrity, Governance
★ 4.8 (1.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Event Marketing, Press Releases, Social Media Management, Events and Conferences, Social Media, Media Relations, Brand Loyalty, Branding, Marketing and Public Relations, Social Media Campaigns, Event Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Loyalty Programs, Brand Management, Event Planning, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communication, Promotions and Campaigns, Driving engagement
★ 4.7 (1.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, De-escalation Techniques, Teamwork, Collaboration, Empathy, Interpersonal Communications, Assertiveness, Communication Strategies, Organizational Effectiveness, Communication, Active Listening
★ 4.5 (1.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, Business Planning, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Strategic Thinking, Ideation, Business Modeling, Market Opportunities, Team Building, Market Analysis, Initiative and Leadership, Strategic Planning, Resource Management, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Leadership
★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Tax Compliance, Property Accounting, Income Tax, Tax Management, Liquidation, Corporate Tax, Tax Preparation, Partnership Accounting, Tax, Tax Returns, Depreciation, Tax Planning, Corporate Accounting, Tax Laws, Real Estate Transactions, Property and Real Estate, Corporate Finance, Fixed Asset, Specialized Accounting, Benefits Administration
★ 4.8 (982) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Data Presentation, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Jupyter, Statistical Reporting, Scatter Plots, Analytics, Box Plots, Looker (Software), Data Wrangling, Data Collection
★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Persona (User Experience), UI/UX Strategy, User Experience Design, Web Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, User Experience, Wireframing, User Interface (UI), User Research, UI/UX Research, Web Design and Development, User Centered Design, Design Strategies, Persona Development, Design Research, Mockups, Usability Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Target Audience
★ 4.8 (1.3K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Investment Banking, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Valuation, Intercompany Accounting, Financial Statements, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Capital Markets, Financial Modeling, Equities, Specialized Accounting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Corporate Accounting, Corporate Tax, Revenue Forecasting, Accounting, Tax Management, Financial Accounting
★ 4.6 (691) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking
★ 4.9 (2.6K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months