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.

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Office, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Macros, Data Presentation, Microsoft 365, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, Productivity Software, Data Visualization, Data Integration, Data Entry, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Management, Document Management, File Management, Performance Management, User Interface (UI)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Project Schedules, Project Management, Milestones (Project Management), Project Coordination, Scheduling, Project Scoping, Project Management Software, Project Planning, Dependency Analysis, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Huddersfield
Skills you'll gain: Integrated Marketing Communications, Research Methodologies, Strategic Decision-Making, Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Intercultural Competence, Organizational Leadership, Research Design, Research, Data Analysis, Self-Motivation, Business Management, Data Collection, Goal Setting, Campaign Management, Leadership and Management, Team Leadership, Collaboration, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Change
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Branding, Entrepreneurship, Selling Techniques, Digital Assets, Ideation, Search Engine Optimization
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, User Feedback, No-Code Development, Collaborative Software, Application Development, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Customer experience improvement, Software Development, Prototyping, Empowerment, Constructive Feedback, Development Testing, Continuous Improvement Process, Stakeholder Engagement, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Prioritization, User Interface (UI), Business Logic
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Insurance, Insurance Policies, Risk Management, Underwriting, Financial Planning, Long Term Care, Asset Protection, Wealth Management, Disabilities, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Case Studies, Needs Assessment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Service Level Agreement, Contract Review, Supplier Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Management, Risk Mitigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, Presentations, Entrepreneurial Finance, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Development, Business Planning, New Business Development, Business Risk Management, Business Modeling, Financial Analysis, Business Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Podcasting, Search Engine Optimization, Brand Awareness, Sales Prospecting, Web Analytics and SEO, Media Relations, Public Relations, Promotional Strategies, Lead Generation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Wealth Management, Market Liquidity, Data Security, Payment Systems, Risk Management Framework, Digital Assets, Marketing Strategies, Lending and Underwriting, Cryptography, Security Testing, Financial Analysis, Investments, Key Management, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Finance, Return On Investment, Entrepreneurial Finance
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Performance Appraisal, Responsible AI, Negotiation, Human Resource Strategy, Culture Transformation, Applicant Tracking Systems, Performance Review, Talent Management, Strategic Leadership, Employee Engagement, Business Transformation, Organizational Development, Conflict Management, Employee Retention, Compensation Management, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Generative AI, Employee Onboarding
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Accounting Software, Ledgers (Accounting), Small Business Accounting, Payroll Processing, Financial Statements, Accounting, Cash Handling, Bookkeeping, Financial Reporting, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Balance Sheet, Expense Management, Billing & Invoicing, Banking, Transaction Processing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks