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, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Applied Machine Learning, Large Language Modeling, Strategic Decision-Making, Systems Integration, Scalability, Innovation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Kanban Principles, Agile Project Management, Organizational Change, Agile Methodology, Process Mapping, Sprint Retrospectives, Lean Methodologies, Leadership, Continuous Improvement Process
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Social Network Analysis, Driving engagement, Behavioral Economics, Network Analysis, Game Design, Social Sciences, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Thinking, Human Computer Interaction, Data Collection, Psychology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Budgeting, Financial Data, Financial Reporting, Accounting and Finance Software, Financial Forecasting, Consolidation, Financial Management, Management Reporting, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Performance Measurement, Financial Planning, Dashboard, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Sales Presentation, Presentations, Sales Presentations, Target Audience, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Value Propositions, Microsoft Office, Business Communication, Team Oriented, Business Process
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Employee Retention, Cultural Diversity, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment Strategies, Training Programs, Recruitment, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Talent Management, Employee Onboarding
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Agile Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Jira (Software), Sprint Retrospectives, Scrum (Software Development), Sprint Planning, User Story, Backlogs, Kanban Principles, Agile Product Development, Lean Methodologies, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Team Management, Risk Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Prioritization, Azure DevOps, Test Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Graph Theory, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Pandas (Python Package), Matplotlib, Probability Distribution, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Customer Relationship Management, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Business Planning, Telecommuting, Business Strategy, Value Propositions, Collaborative Software
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Work Breakdown Structure, Program Management, Project Management, Resource Planning, Resource Utilization, Agile Project Management, Project Risk Management, Resource Allocation, Scheduling, Project Schedules, Agile Methodology, Portfolio Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Management, Social Media, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Business Marketing, Account Management, Marketing, Business
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Meeting Facilitation, Team Motivation, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Telecommuting, Teamwork, Rapport Building, Team Performance Management, Conflict Management, Communication Strategies, Trustworthiness, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks