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.

Skills you'll gain: Inventory and Warehousing, Material Handling, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Logistics Management, Inventory Management, Warehousing, Logistics, Transportation Management, Inventory Control Systems, Transportation Operations, Inventory Control, Materials Management, Warehouse Operations, Warehouse Management, Reverse Logistics, Inventory Management System, Inventory Accounting, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Management, Procurement
★ 4.8 (59) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Incident Response, Network Security, Vulnerability Scanning, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Incident Management, Penetration Testing, Cybersecurity, Authentications, Cyber Attacks, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Encryption, Firewall, Threat Management, User Accounts, Identity and Access Management, Mobile Security, Risk Management
★ 4.9 (31) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, Database Application, Database Management, Database Development, SQL, Databases, Database Systems, MySQL, Database Management Systems, Database Software, Database Design, Transaction Processing, Stored Procedure, Data Access, Application Development, Java, Data Integrity, Performance Tuning
★ 4.7 (70) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Meal Planning And Preparation, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Cooking, Calendar Management, Generative AI, Creative Thinking, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, AI Integrations
★ 4.8 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Intelligence, End User Training and Support, Human Computer Interaction, Information Privacy
★ 4.7 (46) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Process Improvement and Optimization, Quality Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement Process, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Process, Process Analysis, Process Mapping, Business Analysis, Benchmarking, Root Cause Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Project Management
★ 4.4 (34) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Business Intelligence Software, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Gemini, Data Analysis Software, Google Gemini, Data Visualization Software, Data Governance, Dashboard Creation, Data Modeling, Data Integration, Interactive Data Visualization, Self Service Technologies
★ 4.6 (37) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Engagement, New Product Development, Innovation, Customer experience improvement, Customer Analysis, Driving engagement, Market Intelligence, Business Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Market Dynamics, Needs Assessment
★ 4.7 (40) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard Creation, Data Synthesis, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Copilot, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Forecasting, Prompt Engineering, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation
★ 4.9 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Adaptability, Open Mindset, Sustainable Business, Strategic Thinking, Business Solutions, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Sustainability, Professional Networking
★ 4.8 (27) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Proposal Development, Fundraising, Prospecting and Qualification, Philanthropy, Drive Engagement, Negotiation, Stakeholder Engagement, Closing (Sales), Relationship Management, Contract Compliance, Relationship Building
★ 4.6 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Concision, Writing, Persuasive Communication, Technical Writing, Business Communication, Grammar, Target Audience, Writing and Editing, Technical Communication, Communication, Influencing, AI Enablement, Drive Engagement, Productivity
★ 4.6 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks