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.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Change Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Organizational Development, Team Leadership, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Structure, Strategic Leadership, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Team Management, Influencing, Empowerment, Culture, Innovation, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Transformation, Digital Transformation, Business Analytics, Strategic Decision-Making, Analytics, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Quality, AI Enablement, No-Code Development, Big Data, Strategic Leadership, Advanced Analytics, Business Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Employee Engagement, Strategic Communication, Deep Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Team Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Leadership, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Team Building, Drive Engagement, Storytelling, Coaching, Employee Coaching, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Goal Setting, Employee Engagement, Collaboration, Influencing, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Neurology
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Università Bocconi
Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Investments, Contract Management, Risk Analysis, Finance, Corporate Finance, Risk Management, Sustainable Development, Economics, Public Policies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, digital literacy, Computer Science, Information Technology, Computational Thinking, Social Impact, Geospatial Information and Technology, Computer Networking, Technical Communication, Media and Communications, Digital Communications, Live Streaming, Emerging Technologies, Algorithms, Global Positioning Systems, Data Analysis Software
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Risk Management, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Project Management Life Cycle, Compliance Management, Agile Project Management, Scope Management, Business Process, Requirements Management, Project Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Project Schedules, Governance, Change Management, Procurement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Market Research, Strategic Leadership, Business Transformation, Leadership Development, Business Development, Business Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Business Modeling, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership and Management, Business Planning, Corporate Strategy, Digital Transformation, Growth Strategies, Business, Business Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, User Feedback, Marketing Materials, Online Advertising, Business Research, Marketing, Promotional Materials, Market Research, Branding
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Planning, Customer Insights, Content Performance Analysis, Driving engagement, Plan Execution, Earned Media, Content Creation, Content Strategy, Owned Media, Paid media, Goal Setting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Communication, Active Listening, Planning, English Language, Organizational Skills, Detail Oriented, Creativity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Governance, Data Governance, Data Management, Compliance Management, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Stakeholder Management, Risk Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Organizational Strategy, Leadership and Management, Risk Management, Accountability
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Diagram Design, Data Visualization, User Accounts, Graphic Design, Account Management, Marketing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours