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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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    University of California, Davis

    Coaching Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Management Training And Development, Constructive Feedback, Gap Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Professional Development, Performance Management, Cognitive flexibility, People Management, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Problem Solving, Follow Through, Leadership and Management, Expectation Management, Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Accountability, Active Listening

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    The University of Melbourne

    Moving to the Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Change Management, Organizational Change, Culture Transformation, Workforce Development, Service Level Agreement, Stakeholder Engagement, Vendor Contracts, Organizational Development, Business Transformation, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Workforce Planning, Contract Management, Governance, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Communication Strategies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Project Planning: Schedule, Budget, Deliver

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Planning, Cost Management, Scheduling, Project Controls, Budget Management, Communication Planning, Milestones (Project Management), Timelines, Project Management, Project Performance, Team Leadership, Project Estimation, Performance Metric, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Gap Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Essential English for Business Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication, Entrepreneurship, Business Communication, Sales, Interpersonal Communications, Sustainable Business, Project Management, Business Leadership, Communication Strategies, Productivity Software, Crisis Management, Marketing, Language Competency, Business, Vocabulary, Telecommuting

    4.7
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    213 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Foundations of Coding Full-Stack

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Programming Principles, Full-Stack Web Development, GitHub, Version Control, Code Reusability, Program Development, Debugging, Computational Thinking, Git (Version Control System), Diagram Design, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Web Development, Computational Logic, C# (Programming Language)

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Procurement Negotiation

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Procurement, Goal Setting, Overcoming Objections, Communication, Business Research, Oral Expression

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

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    Coursera

    Microsoft Excel VBA and Macros

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Data Manipulation, Advanced Analytics, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Data Analysis, Productivity Software, Debugging, Spreadsheet Software, Business Process Automation, Automation, Strategic Decision-Making, Scripting, Programming Principles

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad

    Strategy and Game Theory for Management

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Game Theory, Behavioral Economics, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Culture Transformation, Complex Problem Solving, Problem Solving, Business Economics, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Market Dynamics, Organizational Change, Economics, Competitive Analysis, Negotiation, Risk Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Advertising, Innovation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Leadership and Critical Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Critical Thinking, Organizational Leadership, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Positivity, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Leadership, Independent Thinking, Resilience, Leadership Studies, Influencing, Motivational Skills, Business Ethics, Strategic Thinking, Personal Development, Leadership Development, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Optimism

    4.6
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    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    Innovation & Entrepreneurship - From Basics to Open Innovation

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Market Analysis, Innovation, Target Market, Design Thinking, Go To Market Strategy, Product Strategy, Customer Engagement, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Modeling, Business Strategies

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Strategically Build and Engage Your Network on LinkedIn

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Driving engagement, Professional Networking, Digital Publishing, Social Media, Relationship Building, Branding, Web Presence, Social Media Strategy, Brand Awareness

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    385 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    LearnKartS

    Workplace Compliance & Safety Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Workplace inclusivity, Security Awareness, Diversity Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Professionalism, Courage, Information Systems Security, Diversity Programs, Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cultural Diversity, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Compliance Management, Compliance Training, Professional Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Culture Transformation, Employee Training

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Coaching Conversations: University of California, Davis
  • Moving to the Cloud: The University of Melbourne
  • Project Planning: Schedule, Budget, Deliver: Coursera
  • Essential English for Business Professionals: University of California, Irvine
  • Foundations of Coding Full-Stack: Microsoft
  • Procurement Negotiation: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Microsoft Excel VBA and Macros: Coursera
  • Strategy and Game Theory for Management: IIMA - IIM Ahmedabad
  • Leadership and Critical Thinking: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Innovation & Entrepreneurship - From Basics to Open Innovation: 28DIGITAL

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