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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Sustainability Reporting, Spatial Data Analysis, Sustainable Business, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Environmental Monitoring, Data Visualization, Stakeholder Engagement, Trend Analysis, Decision Making

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    SkillUp

    Power BI Data Analyst Associate Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Dashboard, Power BI, Data Visualization, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization Software, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Cleansing, Performance Analysis, Data Security, Data Management

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: GRC Part 1 - Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Risk, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Assessment, Business Priorities, Resource Allocation, Change Management, Risk Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategies and Tools to Mitigate Agricultural Risk

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Risk Management, Water Resource Management, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Insurance, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Contract Management, Real Estate, Loans

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    LearnKartS

    Risk Strategy and Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Structure

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    31 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    TQM Excellence: Lean Six Sigma & Quality Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Kaizen Methodology, Customer Relationship Management, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Management, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Quality Management Systems, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Supplier Quality Management, Quality Improvement, Brainstorming, Benchmarking, Quality Assurance and Control, Change Management, Organizational Change

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    67 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Cambridge

    Financial Accounting and Capital Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Accrual Accounting, Accruals, Financial Accounting, Financial Modeling, Accounting, Equities, Financial Market, Capital Markets, Financial Analysis, Sustainable Business, Depreciation, Financial Statements, Cash Flows, Loans, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Decision-Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Corporate Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Team Management, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Program Evaluation, Culture Transformation, New Business Development, Case Studies, Growth Strategies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    10 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Doing Business in Latin America

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Innovation, Economic Development, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Strategy, Global Marketing, International Finance, Corporate Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Natural Resource Management, Growth Strategies, Economics, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Value Creation and Building Enduring Relationships

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Professional Networking, Business Relationship Management, Business Strategy, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Engineering Management, Competitive Analysis, Mentorship, Innovation, Value Propositions, Team Motivation, Communication

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    7 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yonsei University

    Valuation and Financial Analysis For Startups Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Valuation, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Entrepreneurial Finance, Financial Management, Financial Modeling, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Cash Flow Forecasting, Business Research, Business Analysis

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    6 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Unlocking Business Insights through Storytelling with Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Storytelling, Infographics, Data Integrity, Statistical Visualization, Drive Engagement, Presentations, Microsoft Excel, Design Elements And Principles

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • GIS: Geographic Information Systems for Sustainability: University of Michigan
  • Power BI Data Analyst Associate Prep: SkillUp
  • Cyber Security: GRC Part 1 - Governance: Macquarie University
  • Strategies and Tools to Mitigate Agricultural Risk: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Risk Strategy and Planning: LearnKartS
  • TQM Excellence: Lean Six Sigma & Quality Systems: EDUCBA
  • Financial Accounting and Capital Markets: University of Cambridge
  • Corporate Entrepreneurship: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Doing Business in Latin America: Universidad de los Andes
  • Value Creation and Building Enduring Relationships: University of Colorado Boulder

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