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.

Politecnico di Milano
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Sustainable Business, Strategic Sourcing, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Digital Transformation, Environment and Resource Management, Supply Chain Management, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Document Management, digital literacy, Computer Literacy, File Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Cash Flows, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Business Planning, Working Capital, Financial Management, Business Acumen, Financial Planning, Market Opportunities
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Blogs, Generative AI Agents, Content Creation, Copywriting, Editing, Customer Advocacy, Brand Management, Target Audience
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Investments, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Fundraising, Capital Markets, Financial Market, Financial Management, Finance, International Finance, Entrepreneurial Finance, Entrepreneurship, Fiscal Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Strategy, Business Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Operational Excellence, Innovation, Operational Efficiency, Customer experience strategy (CX), Technology Strategies, Strategic Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy, Risk Management, Change Management, Emerging Technologies, Governance
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Team Building, People Management, Workforce Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Accountability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Business, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Corporate Sustainability, Overcoming Objections, Culture Transformation, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Engagement, Advocacy, Corporate Strategy, Change Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Quality Assessment, Program Evaluation, Value-Based Care, Health Systems, Patient Safety, Quality Improvement, Performance Measurement, Health Policy, Scientific Methods, Performance Analysis, Performance Reporting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Data Governance, Data Architecture, Data Quality, Personally Identifiable Information, Incident Response, Security Controls, Information Privacy, Threat Detection, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Compliance Management, Encryption, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

ESSEC Business School
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Climate Change Programs, Business Transformation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Systems Thinking, Business Modeling, Waste Minimization, Innovation, Case Studies, Resource Utilization, Stakeholder Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Time Management, Constructive Feedback, Sales Development, Productivity, Collaboration, Prioritization, Teamwork, Personal Development, Optimism, Professionalism, Stress Management, Persistence, Software As A Service, Goal Setting, Accountability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks