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: Team Performance Management, Performance Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Employee Performance Management, Performance Metric, Performance Improvement, Human Resource Strategy, Performance Analysis, Performance Appraisal, Accountability Frameworks, Performance Review, People Analytics, Constructive Feedback, Organizational Strategy, Accountability, Employee Engagement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Continuous Improvement Process
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making, Test Driven Development (TDD)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Infographics, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Data Visualization Software, Presentations, Storytelling, Data Analysis, Health Informatics, Stakeholder Communications
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Strategy, Endpoint Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Cybersecurity, Cyber Governance, Cyber Attacks, Incident Response, Endpoint Detection and Response, Incident Management, Cyber Security Policies, Security Management, Security Strategy, Identity and Access Management, Disaster Recovery, Cyber Risk, AI Security, Data Security, Cyber Threat Hunting, Security Controls, Security Awareness
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Accounting Software, Data Validation, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Expense Management, Accounting Records, Expense Reports, Bookkeeping, Data Entry, Verification And Validation, Financial Reporting, Spreadsheet Software
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Workforce Planning, Human Resources, Business Planning, Workforce Development, Workforce Management, Succession Planning, Human Resources Information System (HRIS), Human Capital, People Development, Staff Management, Capacity Planning, Organizational Structure, Employee Performance Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Job Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Goal Setting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Crisis Management, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Communication, Trustworthiness, Branding, Public Speaking, Brand Management, Storytelling, Professional Development, Digital Brand Strategy, Social Media, Technology Strategies, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Sprint Retrospectives, Driving engagement, Service Recovery, Drive Engagement, User Feedback, Customer Engagement, Product Lifecycle Management, Technical Product Management, Product Improvement, Change Management, Active Listening, Constructive Feedback, Program Evaluation, Decision Making, Continuous Improvement Process
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Collaborative Software, Document Management, Microsoft Windows, Productivity Software, Security Controls, Collaboration, Data Security, Technical Documentation, Productivity, Report Writing, Writing, Editing, Writing and Editing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Web Content, Business Writing, Business Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

British Standards Institution
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Ethics, Compliance Management, Compliance Training, Risking, AI Security, Regulatory Compliance, AI Enablement, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Artificial Intelligence, Management Training And Development, Risk Management, Data Management, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Communication Strategies, Innovation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Philanthropy, Advocacy, Social Impact, Crisis Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Social Justice, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Social Sciences, Drive Engagement, Decision Making, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Specialized Accounting, Gross Profit, Accounting Systems, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks