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.

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Acrobat, Document Management, Microsoft Word, File Management, Document Control, Editing, Productivity Software, Microsoft PowerPoint, Organizational Skills, Writing and Editing, Project Documentation, Technical Documentation, Business Communication, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Planning, Investments, Budgeting, Risk Management, Goal Setting, Cash Management, Budget Management, Loans, Portfolio Risk, General Finance, Investment Management, Smart Goals, General Lending, Insurance, Financial Services, Financial Management, Credit Risk, Expense Management, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Chris Croft Training
Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Customer Retention, Sales Presentation, Consultative Selling, Customer Service, Selling Techniques, Negotiation, Communication, Customer Relationship Building, General Sales Practices, Trustworthiness, Influencing, Price Negotiation, Sales, Business Communication, Customer Engagement, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Development, Customer Success Management, Leadership
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Public Speaking, Oral Expression, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Drive Engagement, Active Listening
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Production Process, Financial Management, Accounting, Organizational Leadership, Business Management, Budget Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership and Management, Manufacturing Operations, Leadership, Operations Management, Business Operations, Human Resources, Human Resources Management and Planning, Business Strategies, Corporate Sustainability, Strategic Thinking, Sustainable Business, Human Resource Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Project Portfolio Management, Project Controls, Workflow Management, Project Management Software, Program Management, Project Schedules, Analytics, Project Management, Advanced Analytics, Cost Management, Project Planning, Contract Management, Planning, Administration, Scheduling, Portfolio Management, Governance, Compliance Management, Resource Utilization, Procurement
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Email Automation, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, AI Orchestration, Agentic systems, Prompt Patterns, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Operational Efficiency, Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Workflow Management, Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, Scalability, Automation, AI Security, Generative AI, Team Collaboration, Business
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Investment Banking, Presentations, Organizational Structure, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Financial Data, Proposal Development, Storytelling, Market Intelligence, Analysis, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Data Storytelling, Market Dynamics, Corporate Finance
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Team Performance Management, Interviewing Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership Development, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Management Training And Development, Case Studies, Empathy, Relationship Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Oral Expression, Workforce Development, Professional Networking, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Data, Financial Acumen, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Modeling, Management Reporting, Business Reporting, Performance Measurement, Financial Planning, Financial Forecasting, Accruals, Working Capital, Variance Analysis, Accrual Accounting, Financial Services
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Minnesota State University, Mankato
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Payment Processing, Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Incident Management, Payment Systems, Credit/Debit Card Processing, Security Management, Merchant Services, Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Data Security, Network Security, Computer Security, Malware Protection, Multi-Factor Authentication, Email Security
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Data Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Responsible AI, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, AI Security, Enterprise Architecture, Organizational Change, Risking, Culture Transformation, Feasibility Studies, Workforce Planning, Resource Allocation, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Process Mapping, Data Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months