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Business Plan Courses

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.


Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Unsupervised Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Text Mining, Data Science, Big Data, Data Analysis, Algorithms

    4.7
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    356 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Everyday Excel, Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Modeling, Excel Formulas, Financial Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Management, Financial Modeling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Financial Forecasting, Process Optimization, Problem Solving

    4.7
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    570 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Communications, Promotional Strategies, Branding, Presentations, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Brand Management, Marketing, LinkedIn, Self-Awareness, Peer Review, Professional Networking, Public Relations, Constructive Feedback

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    232 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Digital Technologies and the Future of Manufacturing

    Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Case Studies, Manufacturing and Production, Manufacturing Processes, Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Operations, Technology Solutions, Production Planning, Business Transformation, Business Technologies, Technology Strategies, Cloud Computing, Technology Roadmaps, Emerging Technologies, Strategic Partnership, Business Modeling, Cost Benefit Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, Risk Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    373 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yonsei University

    International Hospitality & Healthcare Services Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Customer Service, Customer experience strategy (CX), Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Expectation Management, Product Marketing, Service Management, Innovation, Customer experience improvement, Revenue Management, Business Marketing, Marketing, Patient-centered Care, Capacity Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    549 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Statistics for Data Science with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Data Visualization, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Scientific Visualization, Data Science, Matplotlib, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability, Correlation Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Jupyter

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    452 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Management Tools and Security Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Serverless Computing, Security Strategy, Network Security, Firewall, Cloud Management, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cyber Security Strategy, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, System Monitoring, Cloud Security, Application Security, Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    543 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Formulación y evaluación de proyectos complejos

    Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Portfolio Management, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Financial Analysis, Case Studies, Business Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Project Finance, Cost Benefit Analysis, Risk Management, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Salesforce

    Groundwork for Success in Sales Development

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Productivity, Growth Mindedness, Sales Development, Professional Development, Goal Setting, Prioritization, Professionalism, Collaboration, Personal Development, Teamwork, Sales, Performance Metric, Constructive Feedback, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Accountability

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    465 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Designing the Future of Work

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Business Transformation, Workforce Development, Strategic Thinking, Automation, Digital Transformation, Human Centered Design, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Business Process Automation, Forecasting, Organizational Change

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    318 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CentraleSupélec

    On Strategy : What Managers Can Learn from Philosophy - PART 1

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Change Management, Creative Thinking, Cognitive flexibility, Leadership Studies, Systems Thinking, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Critical Thinking, Psychology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    472 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Influencer Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Return On Investment, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Brand Awareness, Influencing, Customer Engagement, Marketing Analytics, Presentations, Target Audience

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    195 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • Unsupervised Machine Learning: IBM
  • Everyday Excel, Part 2: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Strategic Self-Marketing and Personal Branding: The State University of New York
  • Digital Technologies and the Future of Manufacturing: University of Michigan
  • International Hospitality & Healthcare Services Marketing: Yonsei University
  • Statistics for Data Science with Python: IBM
  • Microsoft Azure Management Tools and Security Solutions: Microsoft
  • Formulación y evaluación de proyectos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Groundwork for Success in Sales Development: Salesforce
  • Designing the Future of Work: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

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