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: Business Analytics, Data Quality, Root Cause Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Google Cloud Platform, Google Workspace, Collaborative Software, Cloud Management, Cost Management, Cloud Applications, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Development, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Cloud Security, Data Storage
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Tax, Export Control, Global Marketing, Economics, Tax Compliance, Market Opportunities, Market Research, Culture, Business Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dubai College of Tourism
Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Budgeting, Return On Investment, Event Planning, Operating Budget, Cost Estimation, Cost Control, Cost Reduction, Event Management, Expense Management, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Revenue Management, Financial Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Timelines, Marketing Materials, Product Demonstration, Presentations, Marketing Design, Value Propositions, Sales Presentation, Sales Presentations, Team Oriented, Graphic Design, Entrepreneurship
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Real Time Data
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Customer Engagement, Marketing Analytics, AI Enablement, Content Marketing, Generative AI, Social Media Marketing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Responsible AI, Customer Insights, Brand Strategy, Business Ethics, Predictive Analytics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Customer Success Management, Generative AI Agents, Customer Service, AI Enablement, Customer Support, Customer experience improvement, AI Personalization, Customer Engagement, Personalized Service, Data Ethics, Automation, Business Ethics, Information Privacy, Systems Integration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Business Writing, Concision, Sales Presentations, Sales Strategy, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Storytelling, Responsible AI, Sales, Business Communication, Google Gemini, Anthropic Claude, AI Enablement, Sales Enablement, Generative AI, Communication, Proposal Writing, Communication Strategies
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Systems Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Agile Methodology, Productivity Software, Data Security, Risk Management, Software Development Methodologies, Process Design, Information Systems, Workflow Management, Business Systems Analysis, Microsoft Office, E-Commerce, Microsoft Excel
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Auditing, Internal Controls, Risk Management Framework, Continuous Monitoring, Compliance Auditing, Project Coordination, Financial Controls, Quality Assurance, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Governance, Presentations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Design, Sustainable Technologies, Packaging and Labeling, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Business, Environmental Regulations, Sustainability Standards, Design Thinking, Product Development, Product Design, Business Leadership, Waste Minimization, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Environmental Engineering, Regulatory Requirements, Design Strategies, Logistics
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months