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.

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Crisis Management, Scope Management, Risk Mitigation, Resource Allocation, Project Schedules, Smart Goals, Agile Project Management, Risk Analysis, Leadership and Management, Management Training And Development, Resource Utilization, Resource Planning, Leadership, Scheduling, Business Leadership, Case Studies, Communication Planning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Financial Data, Big Data, Data Governance, Analytics, Accounting Systems, Enterprise Resource Planning, Data Mining, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Advanced Analytics, Digital Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Governance, Data Visualization, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Visualization, Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Financial Systems, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Business Systems
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: No-Code Development, Digital Transformation, Computing Platforms, Product Management, Middleware, System Implementation, Systems Integration, Business Transformation, Technology Solutions, Cost Management, Business Process, Project Management, Team Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Workplace Bullying Intervention, Drive Engagement, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Composure, Accountability Frameworks, Active Listening, Diversity and Inclusion, Compassion, Personal Development, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Recognizing Others, Intercultural Competence, Personal Integrity, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership Development, Employee Engagement, Business Leadership
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Markov Model, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics), Machine Learning, Python Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Derivatives, Risk Modeling, Financial Analysis, Risk Analysis, Financial Modeling, Securities (Finance), Portfolio Risk, Financial Market, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Capital Markets, General Finance, Mathematical Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Probability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Content Scheduling, Social Media Content, Drive Engagement, Social Media, Social Media Management, Driving engagement, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Customer Engagement, Target Audience, Influencing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Intelligence, Web Analytics and SEO, Market Opportunities, Content Strategy, Market Intelligence, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Thinking, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Marketing, Target Audience, Market Research, Gap Analysis, Needs Assessment, Strategic Prioritization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Meta Ads Manager, Facebook, Social Media Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Budgets, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Online Advertising, Paid media, Budget Management, Web Presence, Customer Engagement
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Project Management Software, Project Coordination, Workflow Management, Collaborative Software, Project Management, Productivity Software, User Accounts
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Teams, Microsoft 365, Team Management, Group Policy, Data Loss Prevention, Azure Active Directory, System Monitoring, User Provisioning, Event Monitoring, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, System Configuration, Data Security, Security Management, Enterprise Application Management, Security Controls, Network Administration, Collaborative Software, Network Troubleshooting, Technical Support and Services
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Data Security, Risk Management Framework, Key Management, Cybersecurity, Data Storage, USB, Payment Systems, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Transaction Processing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks