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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


  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    AI Strategy and Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Data Strategy, AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Data Governance, Business Strategies, Corporate Strategy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Governance, Business Transformation, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Risking, Big Data, Machine Learning, Model Deployment, Innovation

    4.7 stars, 464 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.7 (464) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Innovación y emprendimiento

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Business Modeling, Design Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Entrepreneurship, Business Architecture, Corporate Strategy, Business Solutions, Creative Thinking, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Storytelling, New Business Development, Team Management, Creativity, Open Mindset, Value Propositions, Lean Methodologies, Organizational Development, Growth Strategies

    4.7 stars, 448 reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ā˜… 4.7 (448) Ā· Advanced Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    How to Optimize Your Instagram Account

    Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Social Media Content, Content Creation, Social Media, Social Media Management, Driving engagement, Account Strategy, Web Presence, Growth Strategies, Brand Awareness, Account Management, Digital Design

    4.2 stars, 342 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ā˜… 4.2 (342) Ā· Beginner Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Free
    Free
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Demand Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Data Modeling, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization

    4.6 stars, 305 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.6 (305) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Operations, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Process Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Business Operations, Operations Management, Operational Analysis, Process Management, Operations, Business Process, Business Process Improvement, Process Optimization, Process Development, Process Improvement, Customer experience improvement, Growth Strategies, Business Technologies

    4.6 stars, 403 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.6 (403) Ā· Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    How to Sell: An Overview of Fundamental Selling Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Cold Calling, Selling Techniques, Closing (Sales), Overcoming Objections, General Sales Practices, Sales, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Sales Strategy, Solution Selling, Lead Generation, Telephone Skills, Customer Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Active Listening, Communication Strategies, Customer Engagement

    4.7 stars, 276 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.7 (276) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • Y

    Yonsei University

    International Entertainment and Sports Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Growth Strategies, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Innovation, Brand Strategy, Business Strategies, Storytelling

    4.7 stars, 499 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.7 (499) Ā· Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IE Business School

    Legal Tech & Startups

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Growth Strategies, Technology Strategies, Market Trend, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Emerging Technologies

    4.5 stars, 247 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.5 (247) Ā· Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Preview
  • A

    Akamai Technologies, Inc.

    Akamai Network Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Linux, Endpoint Security, Database Management, Incident Response, Relational Databases, Network Security, Database Systems, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Databases, Linux Administration, File Systems, Routing Protocols, OSI Models, Application Development, Remote Access Systems, Scripting, Scripting Languages

    4.7 stars, 371 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ā˜… 4.7 (371) Ā· Beginner Ā· Professional Certificate Ā· 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    (Successful Presentation) العرض Ų§Ł„ŲŖŁ‚ŲÆŁŠŁ…ŁŠ الناجح

    Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Persuasive Communication, Communication, Oral Expression, Influencing, Storytelling, Non-Verbal Communication, Courage, Composure, Creativity, Adaptability

    4.8 stars, 492 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.8 (492) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    Universidade Estadual de Campinas

    Conceitos BƔsicos de Logƭstica e Supply Chain

    Skills you'll gain: Logistics Management, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Management, Logistics, Inventory and Warehousing, Inventory Management System, Supply Chain Systems, Transportation Operations, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Supply Chain Management, Service Level, Order Fulfillment, Order Management, Operating Cost, Performance Analysis, Demand Planning, Performance Measurement, Forecasting

    4.8 stars, 448 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ā˜… 4.8 (448) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
  • A

    Adobe

    Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Strategies, Promotional Strategies, Marketing Planning, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Digital Marketing, Adobe Express, Target Audience, Promotions and Campaigns, Conversion Funnel Analysis, Marketing Effectiveness, Product Promotion, Driving engagement, Lead Generation, Content Marketing, Marketing Automation, Customer Relationship Management, Advertising, Diversity Marketing, Target Market

    4.8 stars, 344 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ā˜… 4.8 (344) Ā· Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • AI Strategy and Governance:Ā University of Pennsylvania
  • Innovación y emprendimiento:Ā Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • How to Optimize Your Instagram Account:Ā Coursera
  • Demand Analytics:Ā Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Fundamentals of Operations, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women:Ā Goldman Sachs
  • How to Sell: An Overview of Fundamental Selling Techniques:Ā Coursera
  • International Entertainment and Sports Marketing:Ā Yonsei University
  • Legal Tech & Startups:Ā IE Business School
  • Akamai Network Engineering:Ā Akamai Technologies, Inc.
  • (Successful Presentation) العرض Ų§Ł„ŲŖŁ‚ŲÆŁŠŁ…ŁŠ الناجح:Ā University of Colorado Boulder

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