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.

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Word, Report Writing, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Outlook, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Gmail, Business Reporting, Productivity Software, Document Management, Excel Macros, Business Correspondence, Corporate Communications, Virtual Teams
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Productivity, Time Management, Automation, ChatGPT, Artificial Intelligence, AI Enablement, Prompt Engineering, Business Process Automation, Natural Language Processing, Generative AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cambridge
Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Cash Flows, Finance, Financial Management, Financial Acumen, Financial Statements, Risk Management, Return On Investment, Business Risk Management, Business Ethics, Stakeholder Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Yale University
Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Storytelling, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Market Dynamics, Consumer Behaviour, Analysis, Labor Relations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Human Resource Strategy, Employee Retention, Demography, Workplace inclusivity, Benchmarking, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Human Resources, Recruitment Strategies, Organizational Development, Peer Review, Business Planning, Workforce Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Training Programs, Performance Review, Leadership and Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Personal Development, Resilience, Decision Making, Self-Awareness, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Stress Management, Leadership, Neurology, Human Learning, Learning Strategies, Psychology, Life Sciences, Anatomy, Business, Physiology
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad de Palermo
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Emotional Intelligence, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Digital Transformation, Diversity and Inclusion, Business Leadership, Leadership Development, Diversity Awareness, Leadership, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership and Management, Constructive Feedback, Creativity, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Change, Communication, Telecommuting, Customer Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Human Centered Design, User Research, Design Thinking, Design Research, Product Design, Prototyping, Qualitative Research, Innovation, User Feedback, Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Brainstorming, Empathy, Ideation, Creativity, Needs Assessment, Product Testing, Interviewing Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Human Resources, Data Ethics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), People Management, Artificial Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Machine Learning, Employee Retention, Blockchain
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de Palermo
Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Decision Making, Time Management, Productivity, Recruitment Strategies, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Leadership, Conflict Management, Team Motivation, Employee Retention, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Cultural Diversity, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Building, Teamwork, Cultural Sensitivity, Business Transformation, Recognizing Others, Professional Development
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Tecnológico de Monterrey
Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Process Mapping, Lean Methodologies, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Project Management, Root Cause Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Enablement, AI Security, Small Business Accounting, Business Planning, Artificial Intelligence, Case Studies, Predictive Analytics, Forecasting, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Data Governance, Content Creation, Customer Service
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months