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.

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Learning Styles, Learning Strategies, Time Management, Honesty, Verbal Communication Skills, Social Skills, Personal Integrity, Organizational Skills, Active Listening, Literacy, Communication, Higher Education, Planning, Interpersonal Communications, Adaptability, Relationship Building, digital literacy
★ 4.7 (151) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data Preprocessing, Model Training, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Statistical Modeling, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Analytics, Model Optimization, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods
★ 4.8 (145) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Target Market, Marketing Analytics, Market Analysis, Customer Insights, Market Research, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Strategic Marketing, Business Research, Correlation Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Branding, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Consumer Behaviour, Model Evaluation
★ 4.5 (125) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Accounting, Technical Accounting, Cash Flows, Financial Reporting, Specialized Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting, Equities, Benefits Administration, Income Statement, Income Tax, Compensation Management, Compensation and Benefits
★ 4.7 (121) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Supply Chain, Sustainable Systems, Supply Chain Management, Sustainability Standards, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Technologies, Energy and Utilities, Occupational Safety And Health, Water Sustainability, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Mitigation, Employee Assistance Programs, Environment and Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Water Resources, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Employee Engagement
★ 4.7 (108) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

STARWEAVER
Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Hospitality Services, Capital Expenditure, Financial Statement Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Hospitality Management, Cost Control, Budget Management, Hospitality, Cost Management, Financial Statements, Hotel And Restaurant Management, Hospitality and Food Services, Capital Budgeting, Budgeting, Guest Relations, Hotel Operations, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Financial Planning
★ 4.7 (100) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Socioeconomics, Community Development, Sustainable Business, Social Impact, Governance, Systems Thinking, Multimedia, Case Studies, Resource Utilization, Innovation, Stakeholder Engagement, Analysis, Consumer Behaviour
★ 4.7 (187) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Financial Services, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, FinTech, Financial Data, Banking Services, Decision Intelligence, Financial Regulation, Banking, Fraud detection, Machine Learning, Data Ethics, Natural Language Processing, AI Personalization, Deep Learning, Credit Risk, Case Studies, Algorithms, Data Management
★ 4.7 (87) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Portfolio Risk, Investment Management, Risk Management, Financial Management, Wealth Management, Finance, Financial Market, Investments, Financial Planning, Financial Analysis, Asset Management, Risk Analysis, General Finance, Investment Banking, Market Dynamics, Market Trend, Quantitative Research, Case Studies
★ 4.4 (157) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Oral Expression, Presentations, Grammar, Rapport Building, Business Communication, Technical Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Writing, People Development, Vocabulary, Business Correspondence, Interpersonal Communications, Communication, Interviewing Skills, English Language, LinkedIn, Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Professional Networking
★ 4.7 (83) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Austral
Skills you'll gain: Media Buying, Digital Media Strategy, Paid media, Online Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, Media Strategy, Contextual Advertising, Media Planning, Performance marketing, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Campaign Management, Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Personalized Campaigns, Business Metrics, Data-Driven Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Bidding
★ 4.7 (184) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Dashboard Creation, Data Presentation, Performance Measurement, Data Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Integrity, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Storytelling, Analysis, Communication Strategies, Prompt Patterns, Statistical Methods, Analytics, Data Infrastructure, Stakeholder Communications, Visual Design, Spreadsheet Software, Verbal Communication Skills
★ 4.7 (109) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months