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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, Billing, Billing Systems, Advertising Campaigns, Advertising, Payment Processing, Payment Systems, Business Marketing, Social Media Marketing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, AI Enablement, Customer experience improvement, Technology Strategies, Large Language Modeling, Solution Design, Innovation, Google Cloud Platform, Business Transformation, Business Strategy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Logo Design, Graphic and Visual Design, Animations, Branding, Marketing Design, Social Media Content, Style Guides, Scheduling, Typography
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Finite Element Methods, Semiconductors, Electronic Systems, Computer Architecture, Manufacturing Processes, Process Engineering, Emerging Technologies, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mathematical Modeling, Electronic Components, Micrometer, Artificial Intelligence, Scalability
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Classification Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mining, Model Evaluation, Dimensionality Reduction, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Analysis, Big Data, Feature Engineering, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Case Studies, Supervised Learning, Project Implementation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Zoho Corporation
Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, General Sales Practices, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Presentation, Sales Pipelines, Interviewing Skills, Prospecting and Qualification, Portfolio Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: Apache Maven, Build Tools, CI/CD, Software Configuration Management, Version Control, Java, Software Versioning, Configuration Management, Package and Software Management, Mac OS, Software Installation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Miro AI, Customer Engagement, Responsible AI, AI Product Strategy, No-Code Development, Customer experience improvement, Email Automation, Customer Service, Customer Analysis, Automation, Generative AI, Customer Data Management, Customer Communications Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Support, Workflow Management, Artificial Intelligence, Customer and Client Support, Agentic systems, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Intune (Mobile Device Management Software), Apple software proficiency, Apple iOS, Enterprise Application Management, Apple Hardware proficiency, Application Deployment, Mobile Security, Network Support, Endpoint Security, Cloud Management, Mac OS, Identity and Access Management, System Configuration, Data Security
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Recognizing Others, Sales Management, Team Motivation, Employee Onboarding, Conflict Management, Drive Engagement, Team Leadership, Sales Process, Virtual Teams, Team Management, Teamwork, Intercultural Competence, Performance Management, Collaboration, Rapport Building, Smart Goals, Meeting Facilitation, Goal Setting, Coaching, Constructive Feedback
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Backlogs, Product Strategy, Agile Product Development, Stakeholder Management, Business Modeling, Forecasting, Product Planning, Release Management, Product Roadmaps, Product Management, Agile Methodology, Sprint Planning, User Story, Customer Advocacy, Agile Project Management, Delegation Skills, Prioritization, Contract Management, Business Metrics
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months