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 Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Relationship Building, FinTech, Financial Planning, Technology Strategies, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Generative AI, Compensation Management, Customer experience improvement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Risk Modeling, Financial Modeling, Portfolio Risk, Lending and Underwriting, Risk Management, Bank Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Strategy, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Ethics, Analytics, Big Data, Small Data, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Effectiveness, Data Quality, Market Opportunities
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

FAIR Institute
Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Cyber Risk, Risk Appetite, Cyber Governance, Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Threat Modeling, Cyber Security Strategy, Governance, Threat Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Continuous Monitoring, Cybersecurity, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Strategic Decision-Making, Risk Mitigation, Insurance, Risk Modeling, Compliance Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Leadership, Business Leadership, Active Listening, Empathy, Strategic Leadership, Business Transformation, Crisis Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Adaptability, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Model Deployment, AI Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, AI Enablement, Amazon Web Services, Machine Learning, Business Solutions, Infrastructure Security, Compliance Management, Model Evaluation, Governance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Research, Research Methodologies, Personal Development, Research Design, Research and Design, Curiosity, Science and Research, Problem Solving, Persistence, Persuasive Communication, Time Management, Student Engagement, Goal Setting, Journals, Communication, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Strategic Thinking, Decision Making, Safety and Security
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Team Management, Teamwork, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Diversity Awareness, Conflict Management, Business Leadership, Leadership, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: Business Marketing, B2B Sales, Lead Generation, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Effectiveness, Target Market, Account Management, Email Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing Channel, Pay Per Click Advertising, Sales Development, LinkedIn, Marketing Analytics, Content Creation, Advertising
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Flow Diagrams, Systems Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Diagram Design, Growth Strategies, Market Dynamics, Business Modeling, Decision Making
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Kubernetes, Application Deployment, API Gateway, Cloud-Native Computing, Containerization, Network Troubleshooting, Data Storage, Network Administration, Infrastructure Security, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Software-Defined Networking, YAML, DevOps, Technical Support and Services, Linux Administration, Data Storage Technologies, General Networking, Network Architecture, Problem Management, Test Case
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Howard University
Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Business Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Analysis, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Business Modeling, Risk Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Forecasting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks