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.

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cloud Security, Data Security, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), Public Cloud, Network Security, Data Storage, Identity and Access Management, Data Centers, Encryption
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Data Ethics, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Natural Language Processing, Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Regression Analysis, Data Mining, Data Strategy, Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Social Media, Text Mining, Anomaly Detection, Business Analytics, Decision Tree Learning, Supervised Learning, Cloud Computing
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Market Data, Google Sheets, Data Import/Export, Equities, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Financial Market
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Marketing Planning, Product Marketing, Market Research, Marketing, Market Analysis, Marketing Management, Product Strategy, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Integrated Marketing Communications, Business Planning, Hospitality Management, Plan Execution, Marketing Communications, Customer Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Hotels and Accommodations, Competitive Analysis, Return On Investment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Cisco Learning and Certifications
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Event Monitoring, Threat Detection, General Networking, Network Security, Cybersecurity, Infrastructure Security, Computer Networking, IT Security Architecture, Technical Support and Services, Malware Protection
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Adobe Photoshop, Barcoding, Layout Design, Graphic Design, Marketing Collateral, Color Theory, Typography, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Project Implementation, Cost Management, Project Planning, Project Scoping, Team Leadership, Agile Project Management, Communication Planning, Budget Management, Scope Management, Project Risk Management, Quality Management, Process Improvement, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Analysis, Agile Methodology, Data Sharing, Change Management, Sprint Planning, Project Management
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Inventory Accounting, Balance Sheet, Cash Management, Accounts Receivable, Financial Reporting, Depreciation, Financial Accounting, International Financial Reporting Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting, Fixed Asset, Financial Statement Analysis, Ledgers (Accounting), Inventory Control, Asset Management, Investments, Internal Controls
Build toward a degree
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Employee Retention, Workforce Development, Employee Training, Talent Management, Organizational Strategy, Human Resources, Employee Engagement, Human Resources Management and Planning, Workforce Management, Compensation Management, Employee Performance Management, Recruitment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Santa Cruz
Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Web Design and Development, Marketing, Workflow Management, Business Planning, E-Commerce, Project Management, Business Strategy, Business Process, Branding, Customer Relationship Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Professional Networking, Strategic Communication, Communication, Negotiation, Professionalism, Business Writing, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Innovation, Hotels and Accommodations, Service Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Service, Restaurant Operation, Cultural Sensitivity, Digital Transformation, Corporate Sustainability, AI Personalization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks