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.

Skills you'll gain: Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Communications, Promotional Strategies, Target Audience, Promotions and Campaigns, Advertising, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Management, Product Promotion, Campaign Planning, Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Digital Media Strategy, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Target Market, Persona Development, Paid media, Public Relations, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Microsoft Copilot, Responsible AI, AI Workflows, AI literacy, Workflow Management, Microsoft 365, Business Workflow Analysis, Decision Intelligence, Data Loss Prevention, Microsoft Teams, Data Ethics, Productivity Software, Data Validation, Legal Risk, Verification And Validation, Accountability, Auditing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Facebook, Content Creation, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Instagram, Dashboard, Graphic Design, Brand Management, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Goldman Sachs
Skills you'll gain: Market Opportunities, Business Planning, Feasibility Studies, Growth Strategies, Business Development, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Business Priorities, Proposal Development, Business Analytics, Goal Setting, Peer Review
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, Agile Product Development, Collaborative Software, Secure Coding, Prototyping, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Product Improvement, Authentications, Product Development, Continuous Deployment, Continuous Delivery, Agile Methodology, Team Oriented, Application Development, Authorization (Computing), Application Performance Management, Event Monitoring, Key Management, Generative AI
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Management, Full Cycle Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Workforce Development, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Compensation Management, People Management, Compensation Strategy, Workforce Planning, Human Resources Software, Benefits Administration, Recruitment, Interviewing Skills, Succession Planning, Talent Management, Human Resource Policies
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Trustworthiness, Organizational Leadership, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Drive Engagement, Team Leadership, Leadership Studies, Team Building, Strategic Leadership, Business Leadership, Personal Integrity, Leadership Development, Leadership, Team Motivation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Teamwork, Honesty, Team Management, Accountability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Design Elements And Principles, Plant Operations and Management, Planning, Adaptability, Land Management, Design, Sustainable Design, Taxonomy, Life Sciences, Analytical Testing, Environmental Science, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Systems, Microbiology, Decision Making, Productivity, Sustainability Standards
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Risking, Microsoft Copilot, Decision Making, AI Enablement, Strategic Leadership, Business Ethics, Strategic Decision-Making, Accountability, Leadership, Strategic Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analysis, Business Management, Generative AI
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, Workforce Development, Human Resource Management, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Workforce Planning, Human Resources Software, Talent Management, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Workforce Management, Recruitment Strategies, People Analytics, Talent Sourcing, Employee Training, Employee Retention, People Development, Employee Engagement, Resource Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Initiative and Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Leadership Development, Drive Engagement, Business Transformation, Business Leadership, Organizational Change, Innovation, Leadership and Management, Workplace inclusivity, Team Leadership, Proactivity, Stakeholder Engagement, Influencing, Collaboration, Team Motivation, Team Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks