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.

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: AI Integrations, AI Personalization, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Generative Model Architectures, AI Enablement, Data Integration, Customer experience strategy (CX), Strategic Thinking, Communication Planning, Innovation, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Business Analysis, Project Risk Management, Project Performance, Solution Design, Business Strategies, Business Process Management, Decision Making
★ 4.8 (140) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Advanced Analytics, Stakeholder Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Graphing, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Mapping, Requirements Analysis, Data Wrangling, Storyboarding
★ 4.5 (8.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: IT Infrastructure, Operating System Administration, Computer Security, Information Systems Security, IT Security Architecture, Computer Networking, Desktop Support, Systems Administration, Network Troubleshooting, Remote Access Systems, Network Security, OSI Models, Hardening, Application Security, Package and Software Management, Cloud Management, Disaster Recovery, TCP/IP, Computer Hardware, Technical Support and Services
★ 4.9 (18K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Amazon CloudWatch, Identity and Access Management, Amazon DynamoDB, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Amazon S3, Scalability, Cloud Infrastructure, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Security, Cloud Management, Cloud Services, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Platforms, Computing Platforms, Cloud Computing Architecture, Serverless Computing, Cloud Storage, User Provisioning
★ 4.8 (6.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Regression Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Branding, Brand Management, Resource Allocation, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Predictive Analytics, Brand Strategy, Statistical Analysis, A/B Testing, Consumer Behaviour, Return On Investment, Statistical Methods
★ 4.7 (6.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Product Lifecycle Management, Data-Driven Marketing, Brand Strategy, Integrated Marketing Communications, Customer experience strategy (CX), Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Marketing Analytics, Brand Management, Retail Management, Product Management, Marketing Channel, Product Strategy, Market Dynamics, Revenue Management, Merchandising, Communication
★ 4.7 (6.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Content Creation, Content Performance Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Development and Management, Video Production, Digital Media Strategy, Style Guides, Digital Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Video Editing, Performance Measurement, Brand Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Drive Engagement
★ 4.5 (6.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Teaching, Digital pedagogy, Educational Materials, Writing, Literacy, Instructional Design, Technology Strategies, Grammar, English Language, Language Competency, Language Learning, digital literacy, Collaboration, Digital Transformation
★ 4.9 (4.6K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Resilience, Goal Setting, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Science and Research, Persistence, Stress Management, Composure, Psychological Evaluations, Quantitative Research, Growth Mindedness, Adaptability, Mental Health, School Psychology, Gerontology, Experimentation, Meditation & Breathwork, Social Impact, Creativity, Mindfulness, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders
★ 4.8 (8.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis, Gross Profit, Document Management, Business Mathematics
★ 4.6 (2.6K) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Strategic Marketing, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Web Analytics and SEO, MarTech, Social Media Campaigns, Web Content, Cross-Channel Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Marketing Automation, Marketing Channel, AI Personalization, Marketing, Media and Communications, Content Management Systems, Content Performance Analysis, Integrated Marketing Communications, Media Planning, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
★ 4.6 (8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Telephone Skills, Business Correspondence, Outbound Calls, Inbound Calls, Professional Networking, Setting Appointments, Business Communication, Business Writing, Presentations, Coordinating, Vocabulary, English Language, Oral Expression, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Language Competency, Oral Comprehension
★ 4.7 (3.5K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months