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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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    Emory University

    Mastering Business Essentials: Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Market Analysis, Value Propositions, Business Risk Management, Sustainable Business, Market Dynamics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Introdução ao Teste de Software

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, Functional Testing, System Testing, Acceptance Testing, Test Planning, Unit Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Test Case, Test Tools, Integration Testing, Usability Testing, White-Box Testing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Procurement Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Goal Setting, Communication, Business Research, Stakeholder Communications

    4.7
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    243 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of North Texas

    Research Design: Inquiry and Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Reports, Data Collection, Sample Size Determination, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making

    4.8
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    456 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Lausanne

    Accounting 1

    Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flows, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements, Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Bookkeeping, Working Capital, General Accounting, Accrual Accounting, Financial Analysis, Ledgers (Accounting), Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Accounts Payable and Receivable

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    280 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESADE Business and Law School

    La gestión en la empresa familiar

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Governance, Business Management, Systems Thinking, Organizational Development, Business Risk Management, Leadership, Business Systems, Relationship Management, Conflict Management, Communication, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    149 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Systems and Solutions Architect

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Business Process Modeling, Business Analysis, Cloud-Native Computing, Identity and Access Management, Data Migration, Software Architecture, Stakeholder Analysis, Systems Design, Extract, Transform, Load, Systems Architecture, Stakeholder Management, Data Integration, Cybersecurity, Stakeholder Engagement, Release Management, Enterprise Architecture, Project Management, Software Testing, Information Technology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Logistics, Logistics Management, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Operations, Strategic Sourcing, Operations Management, Warehouse Management, Forecasting, Supply Chain Planning, Business Operations, Materials Management, Financial Statements, Supply Chain, Inventory Management System, Transportation Management, Procurement, Supply Chain Systems, Case Studies, Cash Flows, Warehouse Operations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    605 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Hiring and Onboarding Employees with ClickUp

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Time Management, Human Resources Software, Employee Onboarding, Timelines, Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Scheduling, Productivity Software, Document Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    496 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    Stocks and Bonds

    Skills you'll gain: Market Data, Finance, General Finance, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Investments, Financial Data, Equities, Investment Management, Business Mathematics, Cash Flows

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    421 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Voxy

    English Language Skills A2-B1 CEFR: Low-Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Goal Setting, Nutrition and Diet, Professional Development, Personal Development, Organizational Skills, English Language, Planning, Technical Communication, Product Knowledge, Productivity, Language Learning, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Media and Communications, Customer Service, Verbal Communication Skills, Language Competency, Retail Sales, Health And Wellness Coaching

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Organizational Leadership, Communication, Leadership, Influencing, Overcoming Obstacles, Personal Development, Empowerment, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity and Inclusion, Assertiveness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Mastering Business Essentials: Strategy: Emory University
  • Introdução ao Teste de Software: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Procurement Negotiation: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Research Design: Inquiry and Discovery: University of North Texas
  • Accounting 1: University of Lausanne
  • La gestión en la empresa familiar: ESADE Business and Law School
  • IBM Systems and Solutions Architect: IBM
  • Supply Chain Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Hiring and Onboarding Employees with ClickUp: Coursera
  • Stocks and Bonds: University of Michigan

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