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.

Alfaisal University | KLD
Skills you'll gain: International Financial Reporting Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Standard Accounting Practices, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Accounting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Business Ethics, Creativity, Creative Thinking, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Influencing, Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership, Responsible AI, Plan Execution, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Communication Strategies
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Benchmarking, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Report Writing, Business Metrics, Market Intelligence, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Communication, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Keyword Research, Advertising Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Online Advertising, Campaign Management, Digital Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Performance marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Teams, Slack (Software), Google Workspace, Collaborative Software, Productivity Software, Microsoft 365, Virtual Teams, Meeting Facilitation, Communication, Scheduling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Project Risk Management, Scope Management, Project Management, Strategic Communication, Change Management, Stakeholder Communications, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Cost Management, Communication, Management Reporting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Storytelling, Design Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Modeling, Business Solutions, Marketing Communications, Data Visualization, Brand Strategy, Project Portfolio Management, Business Planning, Growth Strategies, Technology Strategies, Business Process, Digital Transformation, Risk Management, Innovation, Strategic Communication, Presentations, Strategic Thinking
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

New York Institute of Finance
Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Market Opportunities, Market Trend, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Risk Modeling, Supply Chain, FinTech, Financial Services, Finance, Investments, Stakeholder Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

SkillUp
Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Online Advertising, Pay Per Click Advertising, Paid media, Keyword Research, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing Analytics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Contract Negotiation, Media and Communications, Contract Management, Live Streaming, Content Creation, Social Media, Team Management, Marketing, Compensation Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Lead Generation, Marketing Automation, HubSpot CRM, Prompt Engineering, Email Automation, ChatGPT, Dashboard, MarTech, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Analytics, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Engagement
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentation, Selling Techniques, Target Audience, Customer Relationship Building, Closing (Sales), Business-To-Consumer, Target Market, Sales, Communication, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Customer Analysis, Sales Strategy, Product Promotion, Customer Engagement, Product Demonstration, Brand Loyalty, Consumer Behaviour
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks