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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.


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Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


  • U

    Università Bocconi

    Startup Calling: from idea to impact

    Skills you'll gain: Go To Market Strategy, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Fundraising, Product Development, Market Research, Presentations, Value Propositions, Business Strategy, Market Analysis, Customer Insights, User Research, Competitive Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Interviewing Skills

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    IBM

    How to Modernize applications with IBM CICS

    Skills you'll gain: Transaction Processing, Hybrid Cloud Computing, COBOL (Programming Language), Mainframe Technologies, Mainframe Computing, IBM Cloud, Cloud Applications, Enterprise Application Management, Application Servers, Application Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Middleware, Business Logic

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Compensation, Benefits and Payroll

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, HR Tech, Compensation Strategy, Human Resources Software, Compensation and Benefits, Benefits Administration, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Payroll Systems, Compensation Analysis, Compensation Management, Payroll Processing, Human Resources, Operational Efficiency, Responsible AI, AI Enablement, Data Ethics, Workforce Management, AI Personalization, Benefits Enrollment Processes, Employee Engagement

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Power BI Developer and Architect

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Azure Synapse Analytics, Database Design, Enterprise Architecture, Business Reporting, Microsoft Azure, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Security, Data Lakes, Data Governance, Solution Architecture, Data Management, Performance Analysis, Analytics, Governance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Automation

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    American Psychological Association

    The Psychology of Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, Critical Thinking, Social Sciences, Interpersonal Communications, Diversity Awareness, Case Studies, Research

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • H

    Harvard Business Review

    Navigate Conflict and Deliver Feedback

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Constructive Feedback, Team Leadership, Team Building, Negotiation, Coaching, Trustworthiness, Performance Management, Relationship Building, Collaboration, Empathy, Active Listening, Communication

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • X

    Xbox

    Product Launch and Post-Launch Management

    Skills you'll gain: Product Planning, AI Product Strategy, Product Management, New Product Development, Quality Assurance and Control, Sales Strategy, Performance Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Product Marketing, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Improvement, Product Testing, Sales Enablement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Cross-Functional Collaboration, User Feedback, Data Analysis, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Advanced Credit Risk Modeling - IT Sector

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Working Capital, Credit Risk, Financial Analysis, Risk Modeling, Financial Modeling, Financial Data, Risk Analysis, Analysis, Risk Management, Cash Flows, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Business Metrics, Trend Analysis, Bankruptcies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    IESE Business School

    Career Path Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Trend Analysis, Sales, Market Trend, LinkedIn, Spreadsheet Software, Relationship Building, Business Marketing, Presentations, Adaptability, Communication Strategies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Marketing Fundamentals and Strategy Case Studies

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Performance Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Management, Global Marketing, Plan Execution, Brand Management, Campaign Management, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Brand Awareness, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Product Strategy, Case Studies, Digital Marketing, Branding, Business

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Fundamentals of Customer Acquisition Management

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Acquisition Management, Marketing Analytics, Branding, Brand Management, Customer Engagement, Target Audience, Lead Generation, Customer Insights, Marketing Channel, Marketing, Web Analytics, Brand Loyalty, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SkillUp

    Cybersecurity Awareness

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Security Awareness Training, Security Awareness, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Incident Response, Cyber Risk, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Threat Detection, Malware Protection, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Security Controls, Data Security, Multi-Factor Authentication, Personally Identifiable Information, Email Security, Authentications

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • Startup Calling: from idea to impact: Università Bocconi
  • How to Modernize applications with IBM CICS: IBM
  • GenAI for Compensation, Benefits and Payroll: Coursera
  • Microsoft Power BI Developer and Architect: Microsoft
  • The Psychology of Decision Making: American Psychological Association
  • Navigate Conflict and Deliver Feedback: Harvard Business Review
  • Product Launch and Post-Launch Management: Xbox
  • Advanced Credit Risk Modeling - IT Sector: EDUCBA
  • Career Path Essentials: IESE Business School
  • Marketing Fundamentals and Strategy Case Studies: EDUCBA

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