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.

Microsoft
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Channel, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Budgets, Performance marketing, Cross-Channel Marketing, Digital Analysis, Budget Management, Marketing Planning, Analysis, Model Evaluation, Budgeting, Media Planning, Stakeholder Communications, Marketing, Performance Measurement, Return On Investment, Journey Mapping, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Markov Model, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics), Machine Learning, Python Programming
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Failure Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Email Automation, No-Code Development, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Analytics, Automation Engineering, Model Training, Automation, Facility Management and Maintenance, Model Deployment, AI Workflows, Machine Learning Algorithms
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

L&T EduTech
Skills you'll gain: Network Architecture, Data Centers, Network Security, Network Planning And Design, Networking Hardware, Network Switches, Computer Networking, Information Systems Security, Network Engineering, Network Infrastructure, Computer Security, Network Administration, Local Area Networks, Data Infrastructure, General Networking, Network Routing, Wide Area Networks, Network Protocols, Wireless Networks, Telecommunications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Training, Compliance Reporting, Interactive Learning, Labor Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Business Ethics, Customer Communications Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Workplace inclusivity, Banking Services, Risk Management Framework, Fraud detection, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Risk Management, Community Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Verbal Communication Skills
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Compensation Management, Human Resources, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Compensation Analysis, Human Capital, Diversity Awareness, Human Resources Management and Planning, Labor Relations, Labor Compliance, Employee Relations, International Relations, Human Resource Policies, Business Management, Human Resource Strategy, Cultural Diversity, Staff Management, Management Training And Development, Labor Law, Resource Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

SkillsBooster Academy
Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Agentic Workflows, Business Process Automation, Workflow Management, File Management, AI Workflows, AI Orchestration, Automation, Document Management, Agentic systems, Organizational Skills, Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Data Management, Prompt Engineering, Business Administration, Business
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Oral Expression, English Language, Business Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Writing, Grammar, Persuasive Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience, Vocabulary, Professionalism
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Systems, Social Impact, Business Transformation, Environmental Issue, Systems Thinking, Economic Development, Strategic Partnership, Environment and Resource Management, Innovation, Climate Change Mitigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Strategic Prioritization, Prioritization, Business Priorities, Operational Excellence, Growth Mindedness, Plan Execution, AI Enablement, Risking, Microsoft Copilot, Process Optimization, Process Improvement and Optimization, Organizational Change, Performance Improvement, AI literacy, Operational Efficiency, Follow Through, Process Improvement, Decision Making, Strategic Leadership
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Product Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Go To Market Strategy, Product Marketing, Market Dynamics, Revenue Management, Revenue Forecasting, Market Analysis, Marketing Psychology, Consumer Behaviour, Demand Planning, Competitive Intelligence, Customer Demand Planning, Value Propositions, Analysis, Benchmarking, Financial Forecasting, Risk Modeling, Stakeholder Communications, Gap Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks