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.

ISAE-SUPAERO
Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Emerging Technologies, Commercialization, Innovation, Sustainable Design, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Technologies, Engineering, Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulics, Cost Reduction, Mechanics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Vendor Management, Inventory and Warehousing, Accounting Software, Business Reporting, Customer Data Management, Management Reporting, Financial Analysis, Billing & Invoicing, Sales Management, Balancing (Ledger/Billing), Financial Reporting, Expense Management, Financial Acumen, Payroll, Billing, Financial Statement Analysis, Cash Management, Cash Flow Forecasting, Payroll Administration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Presentation, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Databases
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Graphic Design, Logo Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphics Software, Graphic and Visual Design, Creative Design, Multimedia
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

California Institute of the Arts
Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Business Strategy, Peer Review, Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Financial Forecasting, Brand Strategy, Branding, Financial Planning, Service Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Innovation, Strategic Marketing, Customer Insights, Process Development, Entrepreneurship, Continuous Improvement Process, Customer Analysis, Case Studies, Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Constructive Feedback, Needs Assessment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Bookkeeping, Reconciliation, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Invoicing, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Auditing, Process Optimization, Document Management, Microsoft Excel, Data Transformation, Financial Reporting, Compliance Reporting, Compliance Management, AI Enablement, Automation, Data Validation, Process Engineering
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: HubSpot CRM, Team Building, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Team Management, Customer Relationship Management, Email Automation, Business Reporting, Management Reporting, Marketing Automation, Email Marketing, Sales Development, Customer Service, Sales Support
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Data Collection, Data Validation, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Access, Statistical Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Awareness, Workplace inclusivity, Benchmarking, Social Justice, Peer Review, Cultural Diversity, Social Sciences, Qualitative Research, Culture
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Accenture
Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Excel, Data Security, digital literacy, Telecommuting, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Excel Formulas, Programming Principles, Spreadsheet Software, Web Language, Emerging Technologies, Data Collection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Digital Communications, Scripting Languages, Web Development, Javascript, Python Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks