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: Revenue Recognition, Contract Accounting, International Financial Reporting Standards, Financial Reporting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Revenue Management, Technical Accounting, Property Accounting, Financial Accounting, Specialized Accounting, Accounting Systems, Standard Accounting Practices, Accounting, Accounting and Finance Software, General Accounting, Finance, Intellectual Property
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Independent Thinking, Decision Making, Analytical Skills, Media and Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Product Marketing, Branding, Brand Management, Value Propositions, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communication, Corporate Communications, Content Strategy, Cross-Channel Marketing, Campaign Planning, Target Audience, Auditing, Audit Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Cross-Functional Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Financial Trading, Market Trend, Market Data, Securities Trading, Trend Analysis, Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Market Analysis, Order Entry, Market Dynamics, Order Management, Market Opportunities, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Risk Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Employee Training, Performance Appraisal, Employee Retention, Workforce Development, Training and Development, Employee Onboarding, Training Programs, Management Training And Development, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Performance Review, New Hire Orientations, Human Resources, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, On-The-Job Training, Employee Engagement, Constructive Feedback, People Development, Talent Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Strategic Thinking, Target Market, Strategic Decision-Making, Product Marketing, Go To Market Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Planning, Content Performance Analysis, Content Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Brand Strategy, Product Strategy, Constructive Feedback, Campaign Planning, Content Strategy, Copywriting, Target Audience
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Philanthropy, Budget Management, Advocacy, Grant Writing, Budgeting, Prospecting and Qualification, Strategic Marketing, Brand Marketing, Campaign Planning, Grant Applications, Campaign Management, Promotions and Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Social Impact, Marketing Strategies, Proposal Development, Strategic Partnership, Crisis Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Content, Video Production, Content Creation, Storytelling, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Social Media Strategy, Media Production, Social Media, Videography, Post-Production, Target Audience, Digital Publishing, Instagram, Performance Analysis, Driving engagement, Visual Storytelling, Ideation, Content Development and Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Storytelling, Content Strategy, Persuasive Communication, Content Development and Management, Marketing Operations, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Optimization, Marketing Strategies, Content Creation, Driving engagement, Personalized Campaigns, Customer experience improvement, Brand Strategy, Customer Engagement, Scalability, Brand Management, Target Audience, Web Analytics and SEO
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Communication, Personal Attributes, Self-Motivation, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Trustworthiness, Personal Development, Persuasive Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Honesty, Leadership, Motivational Skills, Empathy, Cognitive flexibility, Composure, Public Speaking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Product Marketing, Product Strategy, Value Propositions, Target Audience, Benchmarking, Target Market, Persona Development, Go To Market Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Competitive Intelligence, Organizational Strategy, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Needs Assessment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Copywriting, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Email Automation, Marketing Automation, Persuasive Communication, Driving engagement, Writing, Marketing, Editing, Content Performance Analysis, Value Propositions, Marketing Psychology, Target Audience, Promotional Strategies, Analysis, Creative Design, Drive Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks