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.

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Excel Macros, Spreadsheet Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Presentation, Proofreading, Data Visualization, Editing, Financial Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Productivity Software, Consolidation, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Financial Data, Trend Analysis, Data Entry, Diagram Design, Visual Basic (Programming Language)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, Team Management, Group Policy, Data Loss Prevention, Azure Active Directory, System Monitoring, User Provisioning, Event Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, IT Management, System Configuration, Security Management, Enterprise Application Management, Authorization (Computing), Network Administration, Collaborative Software, Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support and Services
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Change Control, Project Risk Management, Communication Planning, Scope Management, Project Scoping, Project Controls, Project Management, Risk Management, Change Management, Risk Analysis, Earned Value Management, Project Performance, Risk Mitigation, Project Closure, Management Reporting, Stakeholder Communications, Communication Strategies, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

STARWEAVER
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, CrewAI, AI Orchestration, Generative AI, Agentic Workflows, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Prompt Patterns, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, Large Language Modeling, Model Deployment, Responsible AI, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Application Deployment, Collaboration, Data Integration, Logical Reasoning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Event Management, Competitive Analysis, Events and Conferences, Event Planning, Risk Analysis, Team Leadership, Business Planning, Team Management, Market Analysis, Plan Execution, Risk Management, Operational Analysis, Market Opportunities, Customer experience improvement, Risk Management Framework, Coordination, Business Strategy, Performance Measurement, Client Services, Strategic Decision-Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Huddersfield
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Development, Case Studies, Business Leadership, Market Opportunities, Growth Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Virtual Teams, Brainstorming, Taking Meeting Minutes, Discussion Facilitation, Planning, Leadership, Team Leadership, Team Building, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership Development, Team Motivation, Conflict Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Goal Setting, Decision Making, Active Listening, Productivity, Interpersonal Communications, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Arizona
Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Google Ads, Search Engine Optimization, Digital Marketing, Cross-Channel Marketing, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Online Advertising, Paid media, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Channel, Marketing Strategies, Social Media, Digital Brand Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing Communications, Analytical Skills
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Expense Reports, Expense Management, Accounting Software, Bookkeeping, Accounting Records, Accounting Systems, Record Keeping, Accounting, Small Business Accounting, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Transaction Processing, Financial Accounting, General Accounting, Cash Receipts, Financial Data, Financial Reporting, Data Entry
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Digital Assets, Emerging Technologies, Financial Market, Payment Systems, Market Dynamics, Ledgers (Accounting), Security Awareness
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Conflict Management, Organizational Change, Team Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Building, AI Enablement, Decision Intelligence, Leadership Development, Team Collaboration, Leadership and Management, Change Management, AI Integrations, Strategic Decision-Making, AI literacy, Stakeholder Engagement, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Alteryx, Predictive Modeling, People Analytics, Scripting, R Programming, Predictive Analytics, Data Science, Advanced Analytics, Scripting Languages, R (Software), Trend Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Employee Retention, Machine Learning
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours