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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Create Social Media Ad Campaign using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media, Storytelling, Marketing Materials, Advertising, Online Advertising, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Design, Dashboard, Graphic Design, User Accounts

    4.5 stars, 45 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.5 (45) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • P

    Parsons School of Design, The New School

    Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, Sustainable Systems, Economics, Market Dynamics, Social Justice, Economic Development, Labor Relations, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, International Relations, Business Economics, World History, Behavioral Economics, Employee Relations, Financial Policy, Innovation, Leadership, Critical Thinking, Communication

    4.7 stars, 64 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Free
    Free
  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Ethical AI Use

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Case Studies, Generative AI, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Business Ethics

    4.6 stars, 35 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • C

    Coursera

    Automate Doc Review Process with SharePoint & Power Automate

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Email Automation, Microsoft 365, Document Management, Workflow Management, Microsoft Power Platform, Business Process Automation, Productivity Software, Automation

    3.7 stars, 41 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 3.7 (41) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Free
    Free
  • A

    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    Becoming a Strengths Based Leader: Leading Standout® Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Storytelling, Recognizing Others, Team Building, Trustworthiness, Team Performance Management, Team Management, Teamwork, Collaboration, Team Collaboration, Team Leadership, Visionary, People Development, Leadership Development, Peer Review, Team Motivation, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Performance Management, Communication, Productivity

    4.6 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (36) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Mastering Power BI for Data Analytics & Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Cloud Security, Database Management, Database Development, Inventory and Warehousing, Business Intelligence Software, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Cloud Management, Advanced Analytics, Cloud-Based Integration, Data Wrangling, Data Management, Performance Measurement, Data Governance, Microsoft Excel, Business Reporting, Cloud Storage, Spreadsheet Software

    4.5 stars, 38 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (38) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 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
    Preview
  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Liderança Fora da Caixa

    Skills you'll gain: Complex Problem Solving, Innovation, Team Leadership, Team Management, Strategic Leadership, Problem Solving, Conflict Management, People Development, Cognitive flexibility, Leadership Development, Leadership, Team Performance Management, Organizational Leadership, Team Motivation, Open Mindset, People Management, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Virtual Teams, Culture Transformation

    4.9 stars, 128 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (128) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Fundamentals of Scientific Research Under Uncertainty

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Critical Thinking, Bayesian Statistics, General Science and Research, Research, Analytical Skills, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Statistical Methods, Probability, Probability & Statistics

    4.9 stars, 43 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Technology & Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Lean Methodologies, Design Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Commercialization, Innovation, Persona Development, Problem Solving, Customer Analysis, Presentations, Target Audience, Creative Problem-Solving, Customer Insights, Market Opportunities, Technology Solutions, Team Oriented, Ideation, Market Research, Solution Design, User Feedback

    4.7 stars, 83 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Data Analysis with SQL: Inform a Business Decision

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Presentation, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Databases

    4.2 stars, 49 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.2 (49) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Strategic Management: Business Strategy & Cases

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Corporate Strategy, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Business Ethics, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Business Planning, Growth Strategies, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Prioritization, Plan Execution, Strategic Planning, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Management Information Systems, Stakeholder Management, Business Administration, Operational Efficiency, Business

    4.9 stars, 53 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (53) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Create Social Media Ad Campaign using Canva: Coursera
  • Economics: Society, Markets, and [In]equality: Parsons School of Design, The New School
  • Ethical AI Use: Kennesaw State University
  • Automate Doc Review Process with SharePoint & Power Automate: Coursera
  • Becoming a Strengths Based Leader: Leading Standout® Teams: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Mastering Power BI for Data Analytics & Storytelling: Edureka
  • Gestão de Marca & Crise de Imagem: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Liderança Fora da Caixa: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Fundamentals of Scientific Research Under Uncertainty: Johns Hopkins University
  • Technology & Entrepreneurship: Arizona State University

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