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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


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Principles of Public Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Public Relations, Marketing and Public Relations, Media and Communications, Corporate Communications, Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Persuasive Communication, Branding, Professional Networking, Research

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    660 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Global Trends for Business and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Demography, Market Trend, Trend Analysis, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Global Marketing, Social Sciences, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Political Sciences, Financial Systems, Economics, Business Economics, Governance

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    924 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Excel Macros, Analytics, Accounting and Finance Software, Analytical Skills, Pivot Tables And Charts, Accounting Systems, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Predictive Analytics, Data Architecture

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Leeds

    Managing Major Engineering Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Engineering Management, Scope Management, Risk Management, Project Finance, Project Scoping, Program Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Management, Business Risk Management, Governance, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Performance, Contract Management, Financial Analysis, Project Risk Management, Project Implementation, Project Design, Return On Investment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Wharton Business and Financial Modeling Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Modeling, Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Investment Management, Business Modeling, Data Modeling, Quantitative Research, Business Analytics, Financial Data, Portfolio Risk, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Regression Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    519 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Business English: Marketing and Sales

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Brainstorming, Selling Techniques, Marketing Communications, Business Correspondence, Advertising, Business Marketing, Promotional Strategies, Presentations, Consultative Selling, Persuasive Communication, Employee Surveys, Product Promotion, Communication Strategies, Vocabulary

    4.7
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    690 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Planning for Teaching and Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Teaching, Lesson Planning, Pedagogy, Trustworthiness, Student Engagement, Instructional Strategies, Learning Theory, Curriculum Planning, Instructional Design, Adult Learning Principles, Goal Setting, Relationship Building, Professional Development, Collaboration, Constructive Feedback

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Business Analytics and Information Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Analytical Skills, Big Data, Asset Management, Business Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Feasibility Studies, Business Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Intellectual Property, Data Quality, Information Management, Network Model, Data Strategy, Data Literacy, Digital Assets

    Build toward a degree

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    412 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Interview Research and Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Oral Expression, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Adaptability, Communication, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Language Learning

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Get Started with Presentation Applications: PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity Software, Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Collaborative Software, Microsoft 365, Editing, File Management

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    166 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Rochester

    Introduction to Self-Determination Theory: An approach to motivation, development and wellness

    Skills you'll gain: Self-Motivation, Self-Awareness, Motivational Skills, Social Sciences, Mindfulness, Health And Wellness Coaching, Personal Development, Learning Theory, Human Development, Psychology, Cultural Diversity, School Psychology, Goal Setting, Empowerment, Economics, Coaching, Psychotherapy, Child Development, Relationship Building

    4.8
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    528 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IE Business School

    From Brand to Image: Creating High Impact Campaigns That Tell Brand Stories

    Skills you'll gain: Production Planning, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Brand Strategy, Marketing Design, Branding, Creative Design, Proposal Development, Storytelling, Production Process, Marketing Communications, Photography, Presentations, Brainstorming, Campaign Management, Creativity, Value Propositions, Target Audience

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    280 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Principles of Public Relations: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Global Trends for Business and Society: University of Pennsylvania
  • Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Managing Major Engineering Projects: University of Leeds
  • Wharton Business and Financial Modeling Capstone: University of Pennsylvania
  • Business English: Marketing and Sales: Arizona State University
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Planning for Teaching and Learning: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Introduction to Business Analytics and Information Economics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Interview Research and Preparation: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Get Started with Presentation Applications: PowerPoint: SkillUp

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