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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Analytics, AI Product Strategy, Data Transformation, Predictive Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Responsible AI
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Music Performance, Entrepreneurship, Event Management, Leadership, Booking (Sales), Professional Networking, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Development, Presentations, Goal Setting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Executive Presence, Strategic Communication, Health Technology, Healthcare Ethics, Strategic Planning, Health Care Administration, Health Policy, Leadership, Business Planning, Patient Safety, Innovation, Healthcare Project Management, Telehealth, Organizational Strategy, Design Thinking, Advocacy, Communication, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Safety Standards
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Team Motivation, Communication, Relationship Building, Team Leadership, Team Building, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership, Non-Verbal Communication, Self-Awareness, Active Listening, Persuasive Communication, Emotional Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Facility Management, Event Management, Legal Risk, Contract Management, Facility Operations, Hospitality and Food Services, Event Planning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Community Outreach, Event Marketing, Relationship Management, Data Management, Customer Engagement, Operations Management, Promotional Strategies, Risk Management, Business Analysis, Safety and Security, Business Strategy, Budgeting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Sales Presentations, Business Communication, Productivity Software, Writing, Microsoft 365, Editing, Technical Communication
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Business Reporting, Business Mathematics
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Management, Scheduling, Social Media, Content Creation, Live Streaming, Content Development and Management, Video Production
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Surveys, Innovation, Simulations, Forecasting, Contingency Planning, Strategic Thinking, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Flow Diagrams, Project Design, Systems Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Planning, Complex Problem Solving, Business Strategy, Organizational Strategy, Analysis, Business Transformation, Diagram Design
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Sales Strategy, Overcoming Objections, Closing (Sales), Sales Process, Customer Engagement, Sales Presentation, Solution Selling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Relationship Building, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Price Negotiation, Rapport Building, Active Listening
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Tencent Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Data Storage, Serverless Computing, Cloud Computing, Scalability, System Monitoring, Load Balancing, Cloud Computing Architecture, Virtual Networking, Cloud Security, Cloud Deployment, Database Management, Servers, Identity and Access Management, Data Migration
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphic Design, Design, Collaborative Software, Design Software, Content Creation, User Accounts, Marketing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours