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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Creative Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Leadership Studies, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Team Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion

    ★ 4.7 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Integrate Generative AI Into Your Data Workflow

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Analysis, Model Training, Data-Driven Marketing, Data Wrangling, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Data Science, Data Processing

    ★ 4.3 (14) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    International Finance and Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Systems, Tax, General Finance, Payment Systems, Risk Mitigation, Payment Processing, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Hedge Accounting, Intercompany Accounting, Accounting Systems, Financial Reporting, Management Accounting

    ★ 4.4 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    The Persuasive Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Leadership Studies, Influencing, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution, Team Leadership, Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Performance Improvement, Drive Engagement, Team Building

    ★ 4.2 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Generative AI: Advancing Systems Analysis & Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Process Modeling, Business Process Modeling, Business Workflow Analysis, Systems Analysis, Workflow Management, Stakeholder Communications, Generative AI, AI Workflows, Process Optimization, Miro AI, Process Mapping, Consulting, Business Analysis Tools, Process Flow Diagrams, Requirements Elicitation, AI Integrations, Systems Architecture, Solution Architecture, Software Architecture, Systems Thinking

    ★ 4.8 (18) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Co-Create Success Plans

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving, Risk Analysis, Consultative Approaches, Meeting Facilitation, Proposal Development, Collaboration, Risk Mitigation, Project Risk Management, Discussion Facilitation, Risk Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Design Thinking, Client Support, Goal Setting, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Project Documentation, Performance Measurement

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Mastering SEO with Jasper: Ranking and Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Search Engine Optimization, Content Optimization, Driving engagement, Web Content, Content Creation, Content Marketing, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Business Marketing

    ★ 4.1 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • D

    Dartmouth College

    Fundamentals of Digital Transformation

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Customer experience strategy (CX), Business Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Internet Of Things, Cloud Computing, Automation, Cloud Storage, Business Analytics, Technology Strategies, Data Ethics, Cloud Infrastructure, Customer Insights, AI Personalization, Business Process Automation, Emerging Technologies, Responsible AI, Business Modeling, Cybersecurity, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    ★ 4.7 (26) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • I

    IE Business School

    Diversity and Belonging in Businesses and Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Programs, Diversity Awareness, Human Resource Policies, Safety Culture, Culture Transformation, Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Mentorship, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Business Strategy, Leadership, Critical Thinking

    ★ 4.5 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Forensic Accounting: Detect, Investigate & Prevent Fraud

    Skills you'll gain: Investigation, Fraud detection, Specialized Accounting, Auditing, Litigation Support, Financial Auditing, Financial Accounting, Digital Forensics, Accounting, Legal Support, Report Writing, Employee Training, Internal Controls, Risk Analysis, Compliance Training, Case Studies, Business

    ★ 4.8 (24) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    Prompt Engineering for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, AI Orchestration, Responsible AI, Prompt Patterns, AI literacy, Agentic Workflows, LLM Application, AI Enablement, AI Security, Context Engineering, AI Workflows, AI powered creativity, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Business Transformation, Business Operations, Personal Development

    ★ 4.9 (17) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Product Fundamentals em Português Brasileiro

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Google Cloud Platform, Google Workspace, Business Transformation, Collaborative Software, Cloud Management, Cost Management, Business Technologies, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Platforms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Application Development, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Computing, IT Infrastructure, Productivity Software, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Data Storage

    ★ 4.6 (46) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Creative Leader: Johns Hopkins University
  • Integrate Generative AI Into Your Data Workflow: Google Cloud
  • International Finance and Accounting: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Persuasive Leader: Johns Hopkins University
  • Generative AI: Advancing Systems Analysis & Architecture: SkillUp
  • Co-Create Success Plans: Coursera
  • Mastering SEO with Jasper: Ranking and Optimization: Coursera
  • Fundamentals of Digital Transformation: Dartmouth College
  • Diversity and Belonging in Businesses and Organizations: IE Business School
  • Forensic Accounting: Detect, Investigate & Prevent Fraud: EDUCBA

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