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.

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Collaborative Software, Microsoft 365, Excel Macros, Microsoft Office, Document Management, Collaboration, Productivity Software, Microsoft Windows, Productivity, Technical Documentation, Web Content, Writing, Report Writing, Writing and Editing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Editing, Business Writing, Computer Literacy, Business Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Management, Data Strategy, Team Management, Workflow Management, Analytical Skills, Team Leadership, Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Market Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, AI Product Strategy, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Content Marketing, Data Ethics, Business Marketing, Marketing Communications, Generative AI, Strategic Thinking, AI Workflows, AI Personalization, Market Trend, Strategic Communication, Digital Marketing, Content Creation, Business Process
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Proofreading, Microsoft 365, Business Writing, Document Management, Productivity Software, Editing, Microsoft Windows, Writing and Editing, Computer Literacy, Technical Documentation, Writing, Web Content, Report Writing, Business Communication, Productivity, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Document Management, Productivity Software, Microsoft Windows, Business Writing, Writing and Editing, Web Content, Technical Documentation, Email Automation, Writing, Report Writing, Collaborative Software, Editing, Productivity, Collaboration, Computer Literacy, Business Communication, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Supplier Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Supplier Performance Management, Business Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Supply Chain Management, Technical Communication, Data Visualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Communication Planning, Project Documentation, Collaborative Software, Taking Meeting Minutes, Internal Communications, Accountability, Team Oriented, Stakeholder Communications, Meeting Facilitation, Document Management, Communication Strategies, Project Coordination, Workflow Management, Project Management, Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Business Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Safety Culture, Drive Engagement, Team Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Motivation, Business Ethics, Teamwork, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Employee Engagement, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Innovation, Motivational Skills, Problem Solving, Adaptability, Culture, Leadership Development, Stress Management
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Financial Forecasting, Power BI, Model Evaluation, Marketing Budgets, Sales Strategy, Predictive Modeling, Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Case Studies, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Modeling, Business Intelligence
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Management Consulting, Business Consulting, Anthropic Claude, Process Mapping, Data Ethics, Google Gemini, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Analysis, ChatGPT, Predictive Modeling, Microsoft Copilot, Business Analytics, Presentations, Prompt Engineering, Data Analysis, Change Management, Quality Assurance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Sales Territory Management, Enterprise Sales, Cold Calling, Lead Generation, Selling Techniques, Sales Training, B2B Sales, Sales Management, Sales, AI Personalization, Responsible AI, Sales Prospecting, Sales Enablement, Consultative Selling, Generative AI Agents, Sales Pipelines, Customer Relationship Management, Business Process, Business Strategy, Customer Engagement
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Georgia Institute of Technology
Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Logistics, Transportation Operations, Procurement, Inventory and Warehousing, Warehouse Management, Manufacturing Operations
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months