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.

Skills you'll gain: Workplace Bullying Intervention, Workplace inclusivity, Management Training And Development, Disciplinary Procedures, Compliance Management, Conflict Management, Diversity Training, Behavior Management, Diversity and Inclusion, De-escalation Techniques, Compliance Training, Empathy, Constructive Feedback, People Management, Employee Training, Investigation, Human Resource Policies, Accountability, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Labor Law
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Business Process Automation, Automation, Robotic Process Automation, AI Enablement, Responsible AI, AI Security, Decision Making, Accountability, Data Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Strategic Leadership, Product Roadmaps, Business Strategy, Innovation, Brainstorming, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Communication, Leadership, Employee Retention, Stakeholder Engagement, Employee Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Project Management Software, Collaborative Software, Team Management, Organizational Skills, Project Coordination, Project Management, Workflow Management, Leadership and Management, Document Management, File Management, Project Planning
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Business Valuation, Financial Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Revenue Forecasting, Risk Modeling, Capital Budgeting, Equities, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Data Presentation, Private Equity, Investment Banking, Presentations, Mergers & Acquisitions, Model Evaluation, Case Studies, Microsoft Excel
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Safety Training, Safety Standards, Accident Prevention, Hazard Analysis, Occupational Health, Injury Prevention, Lifting Ability, Fall Protection, Electrical Safety, Personal protective equipment, Compliance Management, Quality Assessment, Self-Awareness
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Huddersfield
Skills you'll gain: Performance Appraisal, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Team Motivation, People Management, Team Management, Team Leadership, Motivational Skills, Diversity and Inclusion, Organizational Leadership, Workplace inclusivity, Human Resources Management and Planning, Diversity Awareness, Leadership
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Slack (Software), Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Team Building, Coordinating, Consolidation, Organizational Skills, Workflow Management, People Management, Business Communication, Business Process Management, Business Development
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: User Accounts, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Team Management, Account Management, Software As A Service, Software Installation, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Help Desk Support, Social Media Management
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Target Audience, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Content, Advertising, Online Advertising, Customer Insights, Business Development, Business
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Università Bocconi
Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Investments, Risk Analysis, Loans, Investment Management, Capital Expenditure, Finance, Economic Development, Sustainable Development, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, Social Impact, Emerging Technologies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Market Opportunities, Business Development, Business Planning, Growth Strategies, New Business Development, Business Strategies, Entrepreneurship, Business Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Goal Setting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks