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: Newsletters, Email Marketing, Content Scheduling, Content Creation, Content Development and Management, Scheduling, Test Tools, User Accounts, Marketing, Communication
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Email Marketing, Marketing Automation, Test Planning, Copywriting, Personalized Campaigns, Regulatory Compliance, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Performance Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Customer Engagement, Target Audience, Customer Data Management, Compliance Management, Data-Driven Marketing, Compliance Auditing, Customer Relationship Management, Writing and Editing, Peer Review, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Teradata SQL, Exploratory Data Analysis, SQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Database Administration, Database Systems, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Database Management Systems, Data Store, JSON, Data Integration, Relational Databases, Data Architecture, Advanced Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, No-Code Development, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Artificial Intelligence, AI literacy, Business Solutions, Machine Learning, Business Metrics, Data Storytelling, Responsible AI, User Experience Design, Generative AI, Business Analytics, Compliance Auditing, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Application Deployment, Data Validation, Dashboard, Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Cognitive flexibility, Brainstorming, Creative Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Open Mindset, Creative Problem-Solving, Forecasting, Ideation, Problem Solving, Overcoming Obstacles, Creativity, Innovation, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Stress Management, Dealing With Ambiguity, Empowerment, Trend Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Training, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Safety Culture, Team Building, Employee Engagement, Cultural Responsiveness, Empathy, Collaboration, Culture, Decision Making, Advocacy, Equities, Self-Awareness, Mitigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Procurement, Order Processing, Order Entry, Operations, Supplier Relationship Management, Standard Operating Procedure, Material Requirements Planning, Contract Compliance, Business Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Seaborn, NumPy, Matplotlib, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Jupyter, Scatter Plots, Data Science, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Box Plots, Python Programming, Graphing, Computer Programming, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Telecommuting, Team Leadership, Peer Review, Rapport Building, Leadership and Management, Collaborative Software, Team Motivation, Drive Engagement, Relationship Building, Remote Access Systems, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Communication Planning, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Google Cloud Platform, Dashboard, Billing, Billing Systems, Cost Management, Resource Management, Google Sheets, Billing & Invoicing, Cloud Management, Cost Control, Cost Accounting, Looker (Software), Organizational Structure, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Discussion Facilitation, Conflict Management, Mediation, Diversity Awareness, Responsible AI, Incident Management, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, De-escalation Techniques, Behavior Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, AI literacy, Crisis Intervention, Community Development, AI Integrations, Policy Development, Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Variance Analysis, Accounting, Financial Statements, Business Metrics, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, General Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Performance Measurement, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Data, Cash Flows, Balance Sheet, Spreadsheet Software, Gross Profit, Performance Metric, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Excel Formulas, Benchmarking
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks