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.

FAIR Institute
Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Cyber Risk, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Legal Risk, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Business Risk Management, Operational Risk, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cybersecurity, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Safety Culture, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Reporting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Regulatory Compliance, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Compliance Management, Marketing Strategies, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Brand Management, Market Opportunities, Consumer Behaviour, Cultural Responsiveness, International Relations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

FutureThink
Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Productivity, Operational Efficiency, Time Management, Organizational Leadership, Business Leadership, Leadership, Leadership and Management, Decision Making, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Communication Planning, Generative AI, Communication Strategies, Strategic Communication, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Communication, Business Communication, Corporate Communications
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Code Coverage, Embedded Software, Real-Time Operating Systems, Performance Testing, System Testing, Software Testing, Verification And Validation, Embedded Systems, Test Case, Test Planning, Integration Testing, Simulations, Real Time Data, Safety and Security
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Financial Controls, Regulatory Documents, Auditing, Payment Processing and Collection, Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Internal Controls, Transaction Processing, Compliance Auditing, Verification And Validation, Document Control
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Financial Data, Revenue Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Financial Analysis, Business Acumen, Budgeting, Financial Modeling, Performance Analysis, Cost Management, Financial Forecasting, Financial Statements, Variance Analysis, Operating Cost, Gross Profit
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Applicant Tracking Systems, LinkedIn, Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Relationship Building, Adaptability
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Supplier Performance Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Procurement, Market Intelligence, Market Research, Competitive Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Consultative Selling, Account Strategy, Account Management, Solution Selling, Sales, Sales Strategy, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Enterprise Sales, B2B Sales, Price Negotiation, Sales Pipelines, Business Ethics, Conflict Management, Overcoming Objections, AI Personalization, Value Propositions, Stakeholder Management, Proposal Development, Competitive Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Empowerment, Self-Motivation, Overcoming Obstacles, Adaptability, Creativity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Market Analysis, Business Research, Research Reports, Market Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Quantitative Research, Analytical Skills, Case Studies, Report Writing, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Business Acumen
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Data Management, Business Solutions, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Data Import/Export, Version Control
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months