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.

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: HR Tech, Responsible AI, Human Resources, People Analytics, Data Ethics, Applicant Tracking Systems, AI Enablement, Employee Performance Management, Recruitment, Talent Recruitment, Workforce Development, Artificial Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Diversity and Inclusion, Generative AI, Generative AI Agents
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Usability, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design, Microsoft Development Tools, Databases, Debugging, Data Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Collection, Business Analytics, Data Transformation, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft 365
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Finance, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Business, Business Management, Organizational Structure, Leadership and Management
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Non-Verbal Communication, Leadership, Meeting Facilitation, Cultural Sensitivity, Empathy, Team Motivation, Leadership and Management, Presentations, Business Communication, English Language, Team Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Drive Engagement, Communication, Workplace inclusivity, Interpersonal Communications, Public Speaking, Emotional Intelligence
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Billing, Invoicing, Payment Processing and Collection, Accounts Receivable, Financial Data, Business Metrics, Cash Management, Accounting, Prioritization, Cash Flows, Compliance Management, Data Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Persona Development, Content Marketing, Customer Insights, Target Audience, Content Strategy, Persona (User Experience), Social Media Content, Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Performance Measurement, Scheduling, Drive Engagement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Return On Investment, Strategic Decision-Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Feedback, Stakeholder Communications, Surveys, Stakeholder Management, Performance Metric, Project Management Software, Change Management, Communication, Organizational Change, Business Metrics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Agile Project Management, Communication Strategies, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Culture Transformation, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Systems Thinking, Analysis, Employee Engagement, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Human Resources Management and Planning, Employee Performance Management, Performance Management, Growth Strategies, Delegation Skills, Business Management, People Management, Subcontracting, Recruitment, Employee Training, Organizational Structure, Organizational Strategy, Leadership, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Supplier Management, Vendor Management, Vendor Relationship Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Compliance Management, Data Integrity, Workflow Management, Data Quality, Market Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Database Development, Performance Tuning, Systems Development, System Monitoring, System Requirements, Business Reporting, Verification And Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks