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.

SkillUp
Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Data-Driven Marketing, Meta Ads Manager, Paid media, Keyword Research, Social Media Campaigns, Campaign Planning, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness
★ 4.8 (22) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Optimization, Process Improvement, Brainstorming, Process Analysis, Process Management, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Business Process Improvement, Problem Management, Root Cause Analysis, Ideation, Creative Problem-Solving, Innovation, Operational Efficiency, Knowledge Transfer, Collaboration, Business Technologies, Waste Minimization, Data Management
★ 4.7 (35) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

American Council on Exercise
Skills you'll gain: Health And Wellness Coaching, Mindfulness, Chronic Diseases, Stress Management, Nutrition Education, Coaching, Social Determinants Of Health, Patient-centered Care, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Overcoming Obstacles, Motivational Interviewing, Mental and Behavioral Health, Nutrition and Diet, Exercise Science, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Behavior-Driven Development, Client Support, Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Diversity and Inclusion
★ 4.4 (24) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Agile Product Development, User Story, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodology, Product Roadmaps, Project Management Software, Project Management, Product Development, Value Propositions, Product Design, Customer experience improvement, Stakeholder Communications
★ 4.3 (22) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, Standard Operating Procedure, Generative AI, Customer Support, AI literacy, Product Support, Customer Service, Procedure Development, Customer Analysis, LLM Application, Responsible AI, AI Workflows, AI Integrations, Customer experience improvement, Data Ethics, Customer Insights, Business Process Automation, User Feedback, Automation
★ 4.8 (54) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Negotiation, Professional Development, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Compensation and Benefits, Job Evaluation, Data Analysis, Web Presence, Recruitment, Events and Conferences, Data Architecture, AI literacy, Relationship Building, Job Analysis
★ 4.7 (32) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Critical Thinking, Financial Forecasting, Analytical Skills, Financial Data, Balance Sheet, Accounting, Equities, Forecasting, Income Statement, Annual Reports, Business Valuation, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Revenue Recognition, Cash Flows, Accruals
★ 4.8 (25) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de Palermo
Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Coordinating, Coordination, Behavioral Economics, Strategic Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Team Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Creative Thinking, Negotiation, Influencing, Psychology
★ 4.8 (49) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Acumen, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Small Business Accounting, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Acumen, Finance, Business Metrics, General Finance, Entrepreneurship, Empowerment, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives
★ 4.9 (57) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Music, Performing Arts, Musical Composition, Revenue Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Revenue Recognition, Owned Media, Payment Processing and Collection, Entrepreneurship, Registration
★ 4.9 (38) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Community Organizing, Climate Change Programs, Community Development, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Sciences, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Community and Social Work, Community Outreach, Leadership, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Sustainable Systems, Collaboration, Governance, Professional Development, Innovation, Environmental Science, Personal Development, Data Collection
★ 4.9 (36) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Skills you'll gain: Stress Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Medical Nutrition Therapy, Behavioral Health, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Psychosocial Assessments, Exercise Science, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Behavior Management, Nutrition and Diet, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Health And Wellness Coaching, Resilience, Nutrition Care Plans, Coaching, Clinical Nutrition, Mental Health, Health Assessment, Preventative Care
★ 4.5 (29) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months