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: Stored Procedure, Microsoft SQL Servers, Transact-SQL, SQL, Database Development, Procedure Development, Database Management Systems, Query Languages
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Generative AI, Cloud Management, Data Ethics, Microsoft Azure, Responsible AI, Cloud Computing Architecture, OpenAI, Business Process Automation, Cloud Security, Cloud Deployment, Scalability, Azure DevOps, AI Workflows, DevOps, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Anomaly Detection
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Consultative Selling, Value Propositions, Sales Strategy, Executive Presence, Solution Selling, B2B Sales, Sales Presentations, Global Marketing, Stakeholder Communications, Business Communication, Strategic Partnership, Competitive Analysis, Active Listening, Customer Insights, Needs Assessment, Relationship Building
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Collaborative Software, Project Management Software, Diagram Design, Workflow Management, Calendar Management, Project Management, Software Installation, Query Languages
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Online Advertising, Paid media, Digital Advertising, Marketing, Social Media
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, AI Product Strategy, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Packt
Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Consultative Selling, Value Propositions, Business Strategies, Marketing Strategies, Thought Leadership, Branding, Client Services, Innovation, Target Audience, Intellectual Property, Communication, Content Creation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Business Writing, Sales Presentation, Marketing Materials, Business Planning, Product Demonstration, Price Negotiation, Marketing Design, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Sales Enablement, Sales Management, Sales, Customer Analysis, Governance, Sales Strategy, General Sales Practices, Talent Management, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Sales Operations, Target Market, Selling Techniques, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Sales Training, Oral Expression, Market Share, Sales Process, Business
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, Hardware Troubleshooting, Desktop Support, Computer Hardware, Technical Support, System Requirements, System Configuration, Computer Displays, Issue Tracking, Usability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, DevOps, User Centered Design, Usability, Systems Integration, User Experience Design, Continuous Delivery, Systems Development, Systems Analysis, System Implementation, Human Computer Interaction, Continuous Integration, Application Security, Information Systems, Software Development, CI/CD, Secure Coding, Security Testing, User Feedback, Database Management Systems
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Routing Protocols, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Network Routers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), OSI Models, Computer Networking, General Networking, Network Protocols, Networking Hardware, Network Switches, Network Troubleshooting, Local Area Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Network Model, Network Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months