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Business Plan Courses

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.

Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


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    Coursera

    Create a Customer Service Survey in Microsoft Forms

    Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Customer Insights, Customer Service, Market Research, User Research, Target Audience, Marketing

    ★ 4.8 (31) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
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    CertNexus

    Build Decision Trees, SVMs, and Artificial Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Convolutional Neural Networks, Random Forest Algorithm, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Decision Tree Learning, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, Computer Vision, Classification Algorithms, Model Training, Natural Language Processing

    ★ 4.9 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Coursera

    Fundamentals of Database Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Information Systems, Database Software, Database Systems, Database Management Systems, Database Design, Information Management, Databases, Diagram Design, Relational Databases, Database Management, Data Management, Software Systems

    ★ 4.3 (32) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    AI in Workforce Management

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Workforce Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Development, Workforce Planning, Responsible AI, Resource Management, Performance Improvement, Employee Performance Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Integrations, Process Optimization, Strategic Planning, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    ★ 4.8 (20) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Pennsylvania

    Culture-Driven Team Building Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Case Studies, Culture, Team Management, Executive Recruitment, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Consulting, Strategic Thinking, Management Consulting, Consulting, Organizational Strategy, Culture Transformation, Microsoft PowerPoint, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Organizational Structure, Root Cause Analysis

    ★ 4.6 (44) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    École Polytechnique

    Digital Business - Capstone project

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Digital Analysis, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Process Analysis, Performance Analysis, Digital Transformation, Business Analysis, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Analysis, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Business Strategy, Case Studies, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Consulting, Organizational Strategy, Business Transformation, Innovation, Consulting

    ★ 4.9 (12) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    CertNexus

    Follow a Machine Learning Workflow

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Model Training, Data Collection, AI Workflows, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Statistical Analysis, Model Deployment, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Descriptive Statistics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Process Management

    ★ 4.7 (23) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Risk Leadership: Data, Empathy, and Assurance

    Skills you'll gain: Internal Auditing, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Data Visualization, Risk Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Auditors Report, Internal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Cybersecurity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Business Risk Management

    ★ 4.6 (21) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Coursera

    Customer Service with Python: Build a Chatbot using ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, OpenAI API, LLM Application, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Customer Service, Customer Inquiries, Customer Support, Application Programming Interface (API), User Flows, Python Programming, Development Environment

    ★ 4.2 (27) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Skillshare

    Design a Strong and Cohesive Product Brand

    Skills you'll gain: Packaging and Labeling, Brand Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Presentations, Content Creation, Target Audience, Web Presence, Creative Design, Storytelling, Branding, Logo Design, Social Media Content, Design Strategies, Social Media, Visual Storytelling, Brand Marketing, Content Development and Management, Process Development, Style Guides, Oral Expression

    ★ 4.9 (13) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Coursera

    Marketing Automation with AI and HubSpot: Plan to Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, HubSpot CRM, Prospecting and Qualification, Prompt Engineering, Email Automation, ChatGPT, Dashboard, MarTech, Marketing Analytics, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, AI Integrations

    ★ 4.8 (12) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    Mastering Cursor: From Setup to Real Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Vibe coding, AI Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Software Development Tools, Application Development, GitHub, Code Review, AI Personalization, Software Development, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Web Development Tools, Web Development, Software Engineering, Responsible AI, Design Software, Front-End Web Development, Javascript, React.js

    ★ 4.4 (50) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • Create a Customer Service Survey in Microsoft Forms: Coursera
  • Build Decision Trees, SVMs, and Artificial Neural Networks: CertNexus
  • Fundamentals of Database Systems: Coursera
  • AI in Workforce Management: Coursera
  • Culture-Driven Team Building Capstone: University of Pennsylvania
  • Digital Business - Capstone project: École Polytechnique
  • Follow a Machine Learning Workflow: CertNexus
  • Strategic Risk Leadership: Data, Empathy, and Assurance: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Customer Service with Python: Build a Chatbot using ChatGPT: Coursera
  • Design a Strong and Cohesive Product Brand: Skillshare

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