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Business Plan Courses

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.


Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


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    Vanderbilt University

    Microsoft 365 Copilot: Personal Productivity for All

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft 365, Target Audience, Microsoft Teams, Productivity Software, AI Enablement, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Communication, Brainstorming, Artificial Intelligence, Communication, Project Management Software, Generative AI

    4.8
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    265 reviews

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    Lund University

    Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Socioeconomics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Economics, Environmental Policy, Business Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    606 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESCP Business School

    Intercultural Management

    Skills you'll gain: Intercultural Competence, Team Management, Global Marketing, Cultural Sensitivity, Cultural Diversity, Organizational Leadership, People Management, Business Communication, Leadership and Management, Negotiation, Leadership, Human Resources Management and Planning, Marketing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    458 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Rebuilding Our Relationship with Food

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Compassion, Food and Beverage, Nutrition and Diet, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Self-Awareness, Empowerment, Decision Making

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    357 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Melbourne

    The Role of Global Capital Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Systems, Capital Markets, Market Liquidity, Financial Market, Corporate Finance, International Finance, Financial Regulation, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Governance, Risk Management, Economic Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    652 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Commonwealth Education Trust

    Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Curriculum

    Skills you'll gain: Curriculum Development, Teaching, Education and Training, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Course Development, Instructional Strategies, Pedagogy, Student-Centred Learning, Collaboration, Learning Theory, Planning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    519 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos

    Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Video Game Development, Scrum (Software Development), Unity Engine, Value Propositions, Animations, Functional Specification, Sprint Retrospectives, Business Modeling, Agile Methodology, 3D Assets, Agile Software Development, Animation and Game Design, Software Design Documents, Software Development Methodologies, Customer Analysis, Interaction Design, Software Documentation, User Interface (UI), Virtual Environment

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Palo Alto Networks

    Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Network Security, Zero Trust Network Access, Malware Protection, Firewall, AI Security, Endpoint Security, Threat Modeling, Cloud Security, System Configuration, Cloud Computing, Software As A Service, Cryptography, Authentications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    549 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Usos didácticos del cine: Introducción al análisis

    Skills you'll gain: Educational Materials, Instructional Design, Teaching, Student Engagement, Video Production, Storytelling, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    496 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Business Transformation and Career Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, Leadership and Management, AI Enablement, Business Leadership, Prompt Engineering, Content Creation, Business Transformation, New Business Development, Responsible AI

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    242 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Employee Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Performance Appraisal, Team Motivation, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Compensation Management, Job Analysis, Recruitment, Leadership, Change Management, Constructive Feedback

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    524 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad de Palermo

    Desarrolla tu líder

    Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Motivational Skills, Business Leadership, Leadership and Management, Case Studies, Organizational Effectiveness, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Professional Development, Personal Attributes, Business, Business Ethics, Diversity and Inclusion, Adaptability, Business Administration, Human Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    487 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • Microsoft 365 Copilot: Personal Productivity for All: Vanderbilt University
  • Greening the Economy: Lessons from Scandinavia: Lund University
  • Intercultural Management: ESCP Business School
  • Rebuilding Our Relationship with Food: Stanford University
  • The Role of Global Capital Markets: The University of Melbourne
  • Foundations of Teaching for Learning: Curriculum: Commonwealth Education Trust
  • Desarrollo y Diseño de Videojuegos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Palo Alto Networks Cybersecurity Foundation: Palo Alto Networks
  • Usos didácticos del cine: Introducción al análisis: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Generative AI: Business Transformation and Career Growth: IBM

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