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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 at Buffalo

    Electric Power Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Safety, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Sustainable Technologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Design Thinking, Performance Measurement, Human Centered Design, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Project Performance, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Structure, Needs Assessment, Growth Strategies, Market Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Managing Machine Learning Projects with Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Team Building, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Google Cloud Platform, Business Analysis, Data Collection, Innovation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Practical Project Management for Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Crisis Management, Smart Goals, Agile Project Management, Leadership and Management, Leadership, Business Leadership, Case Studies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Master Accounting: Analyze, Manage & Optimize Finances

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll Processing, Accounting Software, Financial Reporting, Payroll, Business Reporting, Accounting, General Accounting, Ledgers (Accounting), Tax Management, Workflow Management, Vendor Management, Accounts Payable, Small Business Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Reconciliation, Inventory and Warehousing, Tax Compliance, Inventory Management System, System Configuration, Billing & Invoicing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Access 365 Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Access, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Management, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Database Development, Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Integrity, Data Maintenance, Microsoft Windows, Databases, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Query Languages, Data Presentation, Productivity Software, User Interface (UI), Scripting

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Automate, Evaluate and Deploy ML Models Confidently

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Scalability, CI/CD, Continuous Deployment, Application Deployment, DevOps, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Evaluation, Continuous Integration, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Process Optimization, Verification And Validation, Automation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Advanced Negotiation and High-Impact Closure

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Closing (Sales), Negotiation, Data Visualization, Sales Training, Contract Negotiation, Price Negotiation, B2B Sales, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Behavioral Economics, Overcoming Objections, Value Propositions, Communication Strategies

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Technology & Software Sales Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Account Strategy, Account Management, Selling Techniques, Technical Sales, Sales Territory Management, Cold Calling, Sales Process, Sales Strategy, Closing (Sales), Customer Relationship Building, Customer Engagement, B2B Sales, Consultative Selling, Customer Relationship Management, Solution Selling, Generative AI Agents, Lead Generation, Overcoming Objections, Return On Investment, Predictive Analytics

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Automate AI Lead Nurturing & CLV Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Marketing Automation, Marketing Strategies, Customer Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Lead Generation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Insights, Marketing, Data Storytelling, Strategic Marketing, Business Analytics, Business Metrics, AI Personalization, Data Analysis, Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Financial Forecasting, Automation, Revenue Forecasting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Change Management Training for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Organizational Change, Management Training And Development, Leadership Studies, Business Transformation, Persuasive Communication, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Stakeholder Communications, Empathy, Communication, Professional Development, Emotional Intelligence, Team Motivation, Adaptability, Team Management, Resilience

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Master Bean Balance: Apply, Manage & Analyze Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Accounting Software, Ledgers (Accounting), Small Business Accounting, Payroll Processing, Financial Statements, Accounting, Cash Handling, Bookkeeping, Financial Reporting, Payroll, Accounts Payable, Balance Sheet, Expense Management, Billing & Invoicing, Banking, Transaction Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Electric Power Systems: University at Buffalo
  • Social Impact Strategy: Tools for Entrepreneurs and Innovators: University of Pennsylvania
  • Managing Machine Learning Projects with Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Practical Project Management for Managers: Coursera
  • Master Accounting: Analyze, Manage & Optimize Finances: EDUCBA
  • Microsoft Access 365 Essentials: Logical Operations
  • Automate, Evaluate and Deploy ML Models Confidently: Coursera
  • Advanced Negotiation and High-Impact Closure: LearnQuest
  • Technology & Software Sales Fundamentals: Coursera
  • Automate AI Lead Nurturing & CLV Analysis: Coursera

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