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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


  • T

    The University of Notre Dame

    Ethical Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Workplace inclusivity, Data Ethics, Negotiation, Leadership Studies, Leadership Development, Business Ethics, Conflict Management, Change Management, Organizational Change, Diversity and Inclusion, Social Justice, Diversity Training, Communication Strategies, Personal Integrity, Organizational Leadership, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Market Dynamics, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 209 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (209) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Using Video in Social Media Posts with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Photo/Video Production and Technology, Video Production, Content Creation, Social Media, User Accounts, Design, Creativity

    4.6 stars, 192 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (192) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of London

    Statistics for International Business

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Descriptive Statistics, Data Presentation, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Estimation, Probability, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Collection, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution, Decision Making, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Graphing

    3.8 stars, 317 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (317) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft Power Platform

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Power Platform Architecture & Technical Design, Productivity Software, No-Code Development, Data Integration, Data Store, Data Access, Database Management Systems, Application Development, Case Studies, Business Solutions, Value Propositions, Security Controls

    4.5 stars, 198 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (198) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Trello for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Agile Methodology, Workflow Management, Prioritization, Collaborative Software, Project Management Software, Organizational Skills, Lean Methodologies, Project Management, Administration

    4.4 stars, 187 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (187) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Spanish Vocabulary Project

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Spanish Language, Oral Expression, Language Competency, Language Learning, Culture, Writing and Editing, Editing, Vocabulary, Research

    4.7 stars, 174 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (174) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Mobile App Development

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Mobile Development Tools, iOS Development, Other Mobile Programming Languages, Flutter (Software), Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Apple iOS, Android Studio, Computer Programming Tools, Application Development, Swift Programming, Test Tools, React Native, Apple Xcode, Application Frameworks, Web Applications, Cross Platform Development, Software Testing, Cloud Hosting

    4.7 stars, 232 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (232) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Time Management Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Time Management, Business Priorities, Goal-Oriented, Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Overcoming Obstacles, Delegation Skills, Plan Execution, Professionalism, Mental Concentration, Team Oriented

    4.7 stars, 119 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (119) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Toronto

    GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, ArcGIS, Geospatial Information and Technology, GIS Software, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Compilation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Data Mapping, Data Storytelling, Metadata Management, Data Integration, Graphic and Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles

    4.9 stars, 328 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (328) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Management Framework, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Management, Project Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Communication Planning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Project Management Software, Stakeholder Communications, Project Documentation, Communication Strategies, Communication

    4.7 stars, 246 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (246) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Introducción al Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Branding, Brand Strategy, Brand Marketing, Marketing Psychology, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Brand Management, Consumer Behaviour, Go To Market Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Customer Insights, Marketing Communications, Driving engagement, Online Advertising, E-Commerce

    4.8 stars, 272 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (272) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supplier Management

    Skills you'll gain: Supplier Management, Supply Management, Procurement, Supplier Relationship Management, Supplier Performance Management, Supplier Quality Management, Supplier Risk Management, Vendor Management, Purchasing, Vendor Relationship Management, Case Studies, Contract Management, Risk Management, Contract Review, Vendor Contracts, Business Ethics, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.7 stars, 268 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (268) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Ethical Leadership: The University of Notre Dame
  • Using Video in Social Media Posts with Canva: Coursera
  • Statistics for International Business: University of London
  • Introduction to Microsoft Power Platform: Microsoft
  • Trello for Beginners: Coursera
  • Spanish Vocabulary Project: University of California, Davis
  • Introduction to Mobile App Development: IBM
  • Time Management Skills: LearnKartS
  • GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis Capstone: University of Toronto
  • Project Lifecycle, Information Sharing, and Risk Management: SkillUp

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