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.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Business Solutions, Customer experience strategy (CX), Innovation, Performance Measurement, Business Planning, Solution Design, Risk Management, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Communications, Process Design, Business Strategy, Talent Acquisition
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Copilot, Dashboard, Forecasting, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Workflow Management, Data Wrangling, Data Quality, Statistical Analysis, Data Transformation
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Patterns, Anthropic Claude, Generative AI, Multimodal Prompts, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Personalization, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Software Engineering, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Software Architecture, Automation, Software Testing, Software Design
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, Java, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, JUnit, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Document Management, Secure Coding, Business Logic, Problem Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Regression Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Marketing, Brand Management, Resource Allocation, Customer Insights, Predictive Analytics, Advertising Campaigns, Statistical Analysis, A/B Testing, Consumer Behaviour, Return On Investment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Visual Design, Advanced Analytics, Stakeholder Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Design, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Proposal Development, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Graphing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Pivot Tables And Charts, Storyboarding
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Spreadsheet Software, Case Studies, Google Analytics, Google Sheets, Analysis, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Interviewing Skills, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Business Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Portfolio Management, Research Reports, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Project Performance, Communication Planning, Change Control, Project Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Scope Management, Change Management, Project Documentation, Project Closure, Stakeholder Communications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
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
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Learning Strategies, Learning Theory, Human Learning, Quick Learning, Self-Motivation, Lifelong Learning, Literacy, Mental Concentration, Willingness To Learn, Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Productivity, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Goal Setting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Management, Resource Allocation, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Kanban Principles, Change Management, Project Management Office (PMO), Organizational Change, Responsible AI, Organizational Strategy, Agile Project Management, Risk Management, Governance, Cost Management, Earned Value Management, Team Building, Project Management, Leadership
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Warehouse Management, Inventory and Warehousing, Inventory Management System, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Logistics, Transportation Operations, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Operating Cost
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks