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.

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Prioritization, Prioritization, Business Priorities, Growth Mindedness, AI Enablement, Plan Execution, AI literacy, Open Mindset, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Planning, Strategic Leadership, Customer Advocacy, Trustworthiness, Business Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Decision Making, Generative AI
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Multiple educators
Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Content Scheduling, Content Strategy, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Content Development and Management, Campaign Planning, Social Media Campaigns, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Large Language Modeling, Content Optimization, Copywriting, Digital Marketing Campaigns, ChatGPT, Marketing Analytics, Competitive Analysis, Generative AI, Relationship Building, Drive Engagement
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Strategic Communication, Planning, Communication Strategies, Media Strategy, Strategic Planning, Media Planning, Stakeholder Communications, Media and Communications, Project Planning, Network Planning And Design, Communication Systems, Program Evaluation, Communication, Integrated Marketing Communications, Systems Development, Analysis, Influencing, Systems Design, Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Creo Incubator
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Teamwork, Stakeholder Analysis, Virtual Teams, Professionalism, Team Management, Social Skills, Stress Management, Team Building, Team Collaboration, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Team Leadership, Intercultural Competence, Crisis Management, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Business Leadership
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Legal Risk, Environmental Laws, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Administration, Environmental Issue, Compliance Management, Regulatory Requirements, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Strategy, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Regulatory Affairs, Business Management, Commercial Laws, Environmental Policy, Labor Compliance, Administration, Labor Law, Safety Standards
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Budgets, Data-Driven Marketing, Demand Planning, Campaign Planning, Performance marketing, Budget Management, Promotions and Campaigns, Trend Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Budgeting, Excel Formulas, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Performance Analysis, Promotional Strategies, Anomaly Detection, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Cleansing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Campaign Management, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Prompt Engineering, Google Ads, Campaign Planning, Advertising Campaigns, A/B Testing, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Keyword Research, Go To Market Strategy, Meta Ads Manager, Search Engine Marketing, Prompt Engineering Tools, Paid media, Performance marketing, Content Performance Analysis, Product Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Competitive Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Requirements Management, Earned Value Management, Scope Management, Scheduling, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Controls, Project Scoping, Project Performance, Resource Planning, User Requirements Documents, Performance Metric, Performance Measurement, Change Control, Project Management, Management Reporting, Requirements Analysis, Project Management Software, Calendar Management, Project Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Chris Croft Training
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Closing (Sales), General Sales Practices, Selling Techniques, Responsible AI, Procurement, Business Ethics, Leadership, AI Enablement, Business Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, AI Product Strategy, AI Integrations, AI Security, Organizational Leadership, AI powered creativity, Leadership and Management, Thought Leadership
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Customer Analysis, New Product Development, Product Planning, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Development, Customer Relationship Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Market Analysis, Product Management, Marketing Planning, Target Market, Product Marketing, Logistics Management, Marketing Communications, Sales Process, Sales Strategy, Supply Chain, Business Marketing, Consumer Behaviour
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Product Management, Agile Product Development, Product Marketing, Customer Success Management, User Research, Product Roadmaps, Product Strategy, Performance Metric, Go To Market Strategy, Performance Measurement, Product Development, Customer Insights, Product Improvement, Value Propositions, Design and Product, Content Performance Analysis, Design Thinking, User Experience, B2B Sales
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Data, Financial Acumen, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Modeling, Management Reporting, Business Reporting, Performance Measurement, Financial Planning, Financial Forecasting, Accruals, Working Capital, Variance Analysis, Accrual Accounting, Financial Services
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks