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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.


Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


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    Intuit

    Intuit Academy Bookkeeping

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Bookkeeping, Reconciliation, Financial Statements, Fixed Asset, Inventory Control, Depreciation, Payroll, Asset Management, Financial Analysis, Ledgers (Accounting), Financial Reporting, Inventory Accounting, Accounting, Balance Sheet, Payroll Processing, Business Metrics, General Accounting, Income Statement, General Ledger

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    8.2K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft 365 Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Word, Microsoft 365, Data Visualization, Presentations, Spreadsheet Software, Collaborative Software, Microsoft Office, Productivity Software, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Windows, Editing, Document Management, Technical Documentation, Writing, Computer Literacy, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    6.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Technical Support, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Hardware Troubleshooting, IT Service Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Professional Networking, Help Desk Support, Data Storage, Desktop Support, Peripheral Devices, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Service

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Data Analysis using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Microsoft Office, Data Mining

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    4.7K reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Università Bocconi

    Private Equity and Venture Capital

    Skills you'll gain: Private Equity, Business Valuation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Investments, Financial Management, Legal Risk, Financial Modeling, Tax Laws, Entrepreneurship, Due Diligence, Negotiation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    9.1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Google Ads for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Keyword Research, Target Audience, Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Campaign Management, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Return On Investment

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    6K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Columbia University

    Construction Management

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Construction Management, Construction Estimating, Project Finance, Cost Estimation, Punch Work, Construction, Project Risk Management, Bidding, Building Information Modeling, Scheduling, Cost Control, Environment Health And Safety, Project Closure, Lean Methodologies, Timelines, Real Estate, Finance, Business Transformation, Innovation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    9.7K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Algorithmic Toolbox

    Skills you'll gain: Algorithms, Program Development, Debugging, Development Testing, Software Testing, Computational Thinking, Test Case, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Design Strategies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    13K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Using Basic Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis, Business Mathematics

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2.6K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google

    Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Security Management, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Incident Response, Vulnerability Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Security Controls, Continuous Monitoring, Information Systems Security, Enterprise Security, Risk Analysis, Threat Detection, Information Assurance, Auditing, Compliance Auditing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Crafting Strategies for Innovation Initiatives for Corporate Entrepreneurs

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Internal Auditing, Corporate Strategy, Overcoming Objections, Organizational Structure, Organizational Change, Entrepreneurship, Culture Transformation, New Business Development, Business Strategy

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IE Business School

    Marketing Management Essentials:The Marketing Plan Structure

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Planning, Customer Engagement, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Market Research, Market Analysis, Market Dynamics, Brand Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping: Intuit
  • Microsoft 365 Fundamentals: Microsoft
  • IBM IT Support: IBM
  • Introduction to Data Analysis using Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Private Equity and Venture Capital: Università Bocconi
  • Google Ads for Beginners: Coursera
  • Construction Management: Columbia University
  • Algorithmic Toolbox: University of California San Diego
  • Using Basic Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Play It Safe: Manage Security Risks: Google

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