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    Master business plan creation for startups and established businesses. Learn to develop comprehensive plans that outline business goals, strategies, and financial projections.

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      Arizona State University

      Business English: Management and Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Business Writing, Business Communication, Active Listening, Business Correspondence, Telephone Skills, Management Training And Development, Employee Coaching, English Language, Delegation Skills, Staff Management, Recruitment, Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Building, Communication, Vocabulary

      4.8
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Managerial Accounting: Cost Behaviors, Systems, and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Cost Accounting, Accounting Systems, Supply Chain, Accounting, Operating Cost, Financial Accounting, Cost Management, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Process Improvement, Analysis, Decision Making

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Leeds

      Foundations of Software Testing and Validation

      Skills you'll gain: Test Case, Software Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Test Planning, Verification And Validation, Acceptance Testing, System Testing, Unit Testing, Functional Testing, Usability Testing, Integration Testing, Performance Testing, Software Development Life Cycle

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      354 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      ESG and Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Waste Minimization, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Issue, Insurance, Environmental Resource Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Environmental Regulations, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Sustainability Reporting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      426 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidade de São Paulo

      Criação de Startups: Como desenvolver negócios inovadores

      Skills you'll gain: Market Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, User Feedback, Business Modeling, User Research, New Product Development, Product Development, Digital Marketing, Innovation, Business Development, Business Strategies, User Experience, Process Validation, Growth Strategies, Business Operations, Investments, Presentations

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      614 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity

      Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Empathy, Leadership, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening, Communication, Cultural Sensitivity, Constructive Feedback

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Salesforce Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Data Quality, Data Modeling, Data Integration, Business Process Automation, Salesforce Development, Email Marketing, Data Security, Data Cleansing, Data Management, Process Design, User Accounts, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Engagement, Dashboard, Customer Relationship Management, Business Reporting, Administration, Automation, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      257 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Algorithms on Graphs

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Network Routing, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Network Analysis, Pseudocode, Network Model

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Profile and Network on LinkedIn

      Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Professional Development, General Networking, Professionalism

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      853 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Universidad Austral

      Finanzas Corporativas

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Modeling, Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Capital Budgeting, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Investment Management, Financial Forecasting, Cash Flows, Return On Investment, Microsoft Excel

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      507 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Use Canva to Design Digital Course Collateral

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Developing Training Materials, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Creative Design

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Michigan

      Making Successful Decisions through the Strategy, Law & Ethics Model

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Arbitration, Mediation, Business Ethics, Leadership, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Contract Management, Innovation, Regulatory Compliance, Human Resources, Product Development, Business Risk Management, Business Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      441 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Business English: Management and Leadership: Arizona State University
    • Managerial Accounting: Cost Behaviors, Systems, and Analysis: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Foundations of Software Testing and Validation: University of Leeds
    • ESG and Climate Change: University of Pennsylvania
    • Criação de Startups: Como desenvolver negócios inovadores: Universidade de São Paulo
    • Inclusive Leadership: The Power of Workplace Diversity: University of Colorado System
    • Salesforce Fundamentals: University of California, Irvine
    • Algorithms on Graphs: University of California San Diego
    • Create a Profile and Network on LinkedIn: Coursera Project Network
    • Finanzas Corporativas: Universidad Austral

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Business Plan

    A business plan is a document in which you write out the goals for your business, the steps you'll take to achieve those goals, and the timeframe in which you want to achieve them. You can use a business plan both as an aspirational document to motivate you to perform well in your business and as a tool to attract investors to your business venture. Your business plan may also include strategies for the marketing and promotion of your business. If you consult your business plan regularly, you'll be able to find incentives and encouragement to help you reach the goals you set.‎

    When you write a business plan, it can serve as a blueprint for developing and growing your business. Your business plan serves as a means of accountability to yourself for the business you seek to start. The goals you set in your business plan, along with the steps and timeframe you map out for reaching those goals, will be your prime motivator for success. When you've written your business plan well, it can help you reach your goals more effectively and efficiently. You can also use your business plan as a way to attract investors. Lenders are more likely to fund your business if you're able to show them a workable plan.‎

    Online courses on Coursera can help you write an effective business plan by showing you both the fundamentals and practical applications of business plan development. The suite of online courses on Coursera can show you the basics of entrepreneurship, or you can study deeper topics like social media for startups, business for entrepreneurs in creative fields, and how to seek international financing for your business. Think of online courses on Coursera as a source of knowledge that can help you achieve success as a business owner.‎

    Online Business Plan courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your existing knowledge or learn new Business Plan skills. With a wide range of Business Plan classes, you can conveniently learn at your own pace to advance your Business Plan career skills.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Business Plan, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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