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.
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Arbitration, Mediation, Business Ethics, Leadership, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Contract Management, Innovation, Regulatory Compliance, Human Resources, Product Development, Business Risk Management, Business Modeling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Keyword Research, Content Creation, Search Engine Optimization, Content Management, Content Strategy, Scheduling, Generative AI, Report Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Canva (Software), Video Production, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Digital Content, Motion Graphics, Animations, Multimedia, Storytelling, Typography, Branding, Drive Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Product Knowledge, Communication, Sales Enablement, Sales, Non-Verbal Communication, General Sales Practices, Sales Strategy, Microsoft Copilot, Personalized Service, Value Propositions, Customer Relationship Management, AI Enablement
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Data Governance, Workflow Management, No-Code Development, Financial Data, Accounting and Finance Software, Artificial Intelligence, Financial Management, Generative AI, Automation, Financial Forecasting, Financial Regulation, Finance, Financial Reporting, Data Management, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Strategic Decision-Making, Securities (Finance)
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Performance Metric, Project Controls, Variance Analysis, Scheduling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Target Audience, Content Marketing, Storytelling, Brand Strategy, Podcasting, Social Media Content, Blogs, Web Content, Content Strategy, Digital Content, Performance Measurement, Promotional Strategies, Persona Development, Email Marketing, Paid media, ChatGPT
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Adobe Express, Branding, Brand Strategy, Marketing Design, Graphic Design, Style Guides, Brand Management, Typography, Visual Design, Asset Management, Color Theory, Storytelling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Matrix Management, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Team Building, Project Management, Goal Setting, Leadership and Management, Collaboration, Leadership, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Skills, Influencing, Interpersonal Communications, Accountability, Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Sprint Retrospectives, Agile Project Management, Sprint Planning, Agile Methodology, Team Building, Project Management, Team Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Case Studies, Prioritization, Continuous Improvement Process, Product Development, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Closing (Sales), Sales, Marketing Psychology, Regional Sales, Sales Process, Consumer Behaviour, Upselling, Customer Relationship Management, Sales Presentation, Customer Analysis, Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Virtual Teams, Customer Retention, Cross-Channel Marketing, Account Management, Personalized Service, Customer Relationship Building
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, People Development, Accountability, Constructive Feedback, Team Management, Team Leadership, Leadership, Empowerment, Project Implementation, Knowledge Transfer, Expectation Management, Productivity, Performance Improvement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks