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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

    Tableau Learning Partner

    Data Ecosystem

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Ethics, Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Quality, Data Management, Data Maintenance, Tableau Software, Data Lakes, Data Architecture, Data Storage, Data Infrastructure, Databases, Data Collection, Business Intelligence, Database Management Systems, Spreadsheet Software, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.8 stars, 124 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (124) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    AI SEO: Mastering Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Content Performance Analysis, Search Engine Optimization, Content Optimization, Generative AI, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Digital Marketing, Performance Measurement, Content Creation, Competitive Analysis, Semantic Web, Content Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Web Content, Content Marketing, Content Development and Management, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Strategy

    4.6 stars, 48 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (48) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Balance Sheet and Business Cases

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Balance Sheet, Financial Acumen, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Gross Profit, Operational Efficiency, Operating Expense

    4.9 stars, 46 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.9 (46) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Business Analytics: Excel Optimization & Simulation

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Resource Allocation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Transportation Operations, Analytics, Risk Modeling, Business Operations, Risk Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Process Optimization, Business Modeling, Decision Making, Model Optimization, Logistics

    4.9 stars, 53 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (53) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Gestão de Marca & Crise de Imagem

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Decision Making, Brand Management, Branding, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Brand Strategy, Communication, Communication Strategies, Management Information Systems, Vulnerability, Auditing

    4.8 stars, 90 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (90) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Projeto Aplicado - Introdução a Gestão de Projetos

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Timelines, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Scheduling, Project Management, Project Implementation, Project Scoping, Budget Management, Budgeting, Project Planning, Matrix Management, Accountability Frameworks, Writing, Peer Review

    4.7 stars, 91 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (91) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    DFSS for the 6 σ Black Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Knowledge Transfer, Process Improvement and Optimization, Continuous Improvement Process, Lean Methodologies, Quality Management, Functional Specification, Product Development, Statistical Methods, Design and Product, Probability & Statistics

    4.5 stars, 54 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (54) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Building Test Automation Framework using Selenium and TestNG

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Test Script Development, Test Case, Selenium (Software), Software Testing, Test Tools, Maintainability, Code Reusability, Test Data, Debugging, Configuration Management

    4.5 stars, 160 reviews, Advanced, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (160) · Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Microsoft

    PMP Formulas

    Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Project Schedules, Excel Formulas, Procurement, Scheduling, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Project Performance, Spreadsheet Software, Cost Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Investment Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Feasibility Studies, Return On Investment, Variance Analysis, Forecasting

    4.7 stars, 54 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Advanced Digital Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Loyalty Programs, Marketing Budgets, Brand Loyalty, Customer Acquisition Management, Competitive Analysis, Customer Analysis, Customer Relationship Management, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Marketing, Customer Relationship Building, Customer Data Management, Marketing Channel, Marketing Analytics, Online Advertising, Customer Engagement, Marketing Effectiveness, AI Personalization, Data Ethics, Digital Marketing

    4.5 stars, 62 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (62) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Mercadotecnia en un mundo digital

    Skills you'll gain: MarTech, Marketing, Digital Marketing Tools, Marketing Channel, Digital Transformation, Product Development, Marketing Strategies, Digital Marketing, Customer Advocacy, Promotional Strategies, New Product Development, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Engagement, Electronic Media, Innovation

    4.8 stars, 77 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (77) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • M

    Microsoft

    Advanced Cybersecurity Concepts and Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Threat Modeling, Threat Management, Cybersecurity, Application Security, IT Security Architecture, Azure Active Directory, Security Strategy, Internet Of Things, Secure Coding, Security Controls, Microsoft Azure, Identity and Access Management, Asset Management

    4.6 stars, 104 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (104) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data Ecosystem: Tableau Learning Partner
  • AI SEO: Mastering Generative Engine Optimization (GEO): SkillUp
  • Balance Sheet and Business Cases: Duke University
  • Advanced Business Analytics: Excel Optimization & Simulation: Johns Hopkins University
  • Gestão de Marca & Crise de Imagem: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Projeto Aplicado - Introdução a Gestão de Projetos: Universidade de São Paulo
  • DFSS for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • Building Test Automation Framework using Selenium and TestNG: Coursera
  • PMP Formulas: Microsoft
  • Advanced Digital Marketing: University of Maryland, College Park

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