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.

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

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Wholesaling, Target Market, Market Opportunities, Growth Strategies, Business Strategies, Business Development, Sales Strategy, New Business Development, Operational Efficiency, Business Operations, Operations Management, Operations, Business Modeling, Marketing, Loss Prevention, Asset Protection, Branding
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Expense Management, Financial Analysis, Variance Analysis, Financial Trading, Excel Formulas, Cost Containment, Budgeting, Microsoft Excel, Financial Market, Strategic Decision-Making, Business, Decision Making, Transaction Processing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Solutions, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Digital Transformation, Public Cloud, Software As A Service, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Platform As A Service (PaaS), Hybrid Cloud Computing, Multi-Cloud, Google Cloud Platform, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Cloud Security, Operating Expense
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Programs, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, People Management, Cultural Diversity, Innovation, Organizational Leadership, Digital Transformation, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Program Implementation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Optimization, Auditing, Information Architecture, Web Analytics, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Frontend Performance, Digital Marketing Tools, Analysis, Prioritization, Performance Metric
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Design, Marketing Materials, Social Media, Social Media Content, Graphic Design, Content Creation, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Marketing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, HR Tech, AI Personalization, Automation, Employee Surveys, Employee Onboarding, Human Resource Strategy, AI Integrations, AI Enablement, Generative AI Agents, User Feedback, Document Management, ChatGPT, Employee Engagement, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skillshare
Skills you'll gain: Copywriting, Creative Thinking, Writing and Editing, Concision, Creativity, Persuasive Communication, Editing, Writing, Storytelling, Grammar, Blogs, Business Writing, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Journals, Growth Mindedness, Content Marketing, Value Propositions, Empowerment, Social Media Content
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Reconciliation, Intercompany Accounting, Inventory Accounting, Specialized Accounting, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting Records, Accounting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Auditing, General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Consolidation, Invoicing, International Finance, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Hootsuite, Content Scheduling, Scheduling, Social Media Management, Social Media, Google Workspace, Digital Marketing, Business
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Personalized Campaigns, Email Marketing, Campaign Management, Target Audience, Social Media Marketing, AI Personalization, Digital Marketing, Email Automation, Content Optimization, Generative AI Agents, Performance marketing, Content Creation, AI Integrations, Data Ethics, Real Time Data, Content Strategy, AI Workflows, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months