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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

    Stocks and Bonds

    Skills you'll gain: Market Data, Finance, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Investments, Equities, Capital Markets, Business Mathematics, Cash Flows

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    423 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    What is Corruption: Anti-Corruption and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Legal Risk, Business Ethics, Internal Controls, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Management, Due Diligence, Employee Training, International Relations, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Case Studies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    694 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Emory University

    Conflict Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Mediation, Empathy, Collaboration, Communication Strategies, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Adaptability, Communication

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    456 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Developing Industrial Internet of Things

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Real-Time Operating Systems, Big Data, Internet Of Things, Product Development, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, File Systems, New Product Development, Data Analysis, Debugging, Model Based Systems Engineering, Wireless Networks, General Networking, Computer Engineering, Cybersecurity, IBM Cloud, Failure Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    855 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    C

    Coursera

    Sales Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Territory Management, Sales Pipelines, Cold Calling, Regional Sales, Closing (Sales), Sales Presentation, Sales Presentations, Sales Strategy, Lead Generation, Inside Sales, B2B Sales, Consultative Selling, Sales Prospecting, Microsoft Copilot, AI Personalization, Email Automation, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Customer Engagement

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    470 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Advancing Women in Tech

    Real-World Product Management

    Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Customer Retention, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Technical Product Management, Professional Networking, Financial Analysis, Product Strategy, Product Requirements, Engineering Management, Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, New Product Development, Innovation, Team Leadership, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), User Experience Design, Design, Performance Management, Interviewing Skills

    Build toward a degree

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    937 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    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
    ·
    572 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Fundamentals of Global Energy Business

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Oil and Gas, Strategic Thinking, Global Marketing, Business Analysis, Business Economics, Supply And Demand, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Analytics, Economics, Political Sciences, Environment and Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Emerging Technologies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    508 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Eindhoven University of Technology

    Ethics, Technology and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Engineering Design Process, Business Ethics, Risking, Engineering Practices, Research, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Impact

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    828 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Administración para obtener resultados

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Quality Management, Strategic Leadership, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Strategy, Performance Analysis, Organizational Effectiveness, Business Metrics, Continuous Improvement Process, Smart Goals, Goal Setting

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    648 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Business Analytics and Information Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Analytical Skills, Big Data, Asset Management, Business Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Feasibility Studies, Business Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Intellectual Property, Data Quality, Information Management, Network Model, Data Strategy, Data Literacy, Digital Assets

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    412 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, People Management, Growth Mindedness, Diversity Awareness, Team Management, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Open Mindset, Social Justice, Leadership Studies, Empowerment, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Human Resource Policies, Cognitive flexibility, Organizational Change, Change Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    470 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Stocks and Bonds: University of Michigan
  • What is Corruption: Anti-Corruption and Compliance: University of Pennsylvania
  • Conflict Transformation: Emory University
  • Developing Industrial Internet of Things: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Sales Excellence: Coursera
  • Real-World Product Management: Advancing Women in Tech
  • Women in Leadership: Inspiring Positive Change: Case Western Reserve University
  • Fundamentals of Global Energy Business: University of Colorado System
  • Ethics, Technology and Engineering : Eindhoven University of Technology
  • Administración para obtener resultados: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

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