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.
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Logistics, Transportation Operations, Procurement, Inventory and Warehousing, Warehouse Management, Manufacturing Operations
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, User Story, Design Thinking, Agile Methodology, Agile Software Development, Product Design, Product Development, User Centered Design, User Research, Persona Development, Innovation, Product Management, Discussion Facilitation, Software Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Marketing Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Performance Measurement, Marketing Operations, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Persona Development, Workflow Management, Market Research, Market Analysis, Business Analysis, Analytical Skills, Data Visualization, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Return On Investment, Business Process Automation, Business Writing, Persuasive Communication, Cost Estimation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Automation, Operational Efficiency, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, Business Analysis, Business Metrics, Stakeholder Communications, Excel Formulas, Forecasting, Data Integration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Oral Expression, Public Speaking, Sales Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Virtual Teams, Target Audience, Microsoft Office, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Communication Strategies, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Business Communication, Planning, Organizational Skills, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Analytical Skills, Business Analytics, Data Integrity, Microsoft Office, Data Management, Productivity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Proofreading, Business Writing, Document Management, Productivity Software, Microsoft Windows, Writing and Editing, Computer Literacy, Technical Documentation, Writing, Web Content, Editing, Report Writing, Business Communication, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Productivity
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Business Communication, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Annual Reports, Media Production
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Management, Internet Of Things, Incident Response, Risk Management, Cyber Security Policies, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Human Factors (Security), Business Risk Management, Cybersecurity, Threat Management, Security Awareness, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Information Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Mobile Security, Business Ethics, Performance Measurement, Cyber Risk
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Business Intelligence, Tableau Software, Performance Analysis, Performance Review, Gap Analysis, Business Metrics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Performance Improvement, Business Analytics, Performance Management, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Accountability, Data Validation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Case Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Revenue Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Growth Strategies, Marketing Effectiveness, Performance Analysis, Business Development, Performance Measurement, Business Planning, Gap Analysis, Business Strategy, Market Opportunities, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Product Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks