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: AI Enablement, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Business Strategy, Artificial Intelligence, Governance, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Innovation, Operational Efficiency, Performance Improvement
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Management, Quality Improvement, Business Process, Quality Management, Organizational Strategy, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Harvard Business Review
Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Conflict Management, Delegation Skills, Influencing, Constructive Feedback, Data Storytelling, Emotional Intelligence, Trustworthiness, Diversity and Inclusion, Team Leadership, Team Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Networking, Negotiation, Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Leadership, Communication Strategies
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, LinkedIn, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Resilience, Adaptability, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting, Community Development, Decision Making, Planning, Entrepreneurship
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Data Entry, Financial Modeling, Data Management, Data Integrity, Data Security
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Planning And Design, Network Monitoring, Network Administration, Event Monitoring, Hybrid Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Network Troubleshooting, Virtual Networking, System Monitoring, Network Architecture, Google Cloud Platform, General Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Cloud Infrastructure, Managed Services, Firewall, Network Security, Load Balancing, Network Routing, Cloud Security
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
Skills you'll gain: Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Strategy, Marketing Design, Advertising, Brand Management, Brand Loyalty, Generative AI Agents, Digital Advertising
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Marketing Design, Digital Design, Marketing Collateral, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Marketing Materials, Design, Presentations, Project Design, Organizational Skills, Marketing, User Accounts, Advertising
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Trend Analysis, Sales, Market Trend, LinkedIn, Spreadsheet Software, Relationship Building, Business Marketing, Presentations, Adaptability, Communication Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Intel
Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Business Technologies, Complex Problem Solving, AI Product Strategy, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Case Studies, Business Intelligence, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, B2B Sales
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Generative AI, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Environmental Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Regulatory Requirements, Sustainability Reporting, Business Ethics, Prompt Engineering, AI Enablement, Environmental Issue, Sustainability Standards
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Skills you'll gain: Team Building, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, Rapport Building, Employee Onboarding, Leadership, Recognizing Others, Team Motivation, Performance Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Meeting Facilitation, Constructive Feedback, Safety Culture, Productivity, Coaching, Workplace inclusivity, Empathy, Goal Setting, Planning, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks