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.

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Data Transformation, Dashboard, Data Validation, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Artificial Intelligence, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Generative AI, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Compensation Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Compensation Analysis, Diversity Awareness, Human Resources, International Relations, Labor Relations, Human Capital, Labor Compliance, Employee Relations, Human Resource Policies, Labor Law, Diversity Programs, Cultural Diversity, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resource Strategy, Business Management, Resource Management, Business Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Export Control, Payment Systems, International Finance, Payment Processing, Shipping and Receiving, International Relations, Global Marketing, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Financial Policy, Operations Management, Business Operations, Operations, Business, Business Systems, Business Management, Operations Support Systems, IT Management, Financial Systems, Financial Management, AI Workflows
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Financial Data, Financial Forecasting, Business Modeling, Benchmarking, Financial Reporting, Capital Budgeting, Business Reporting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Private Equity, Due Diligence, Risk Analysis, Dashboard Creation, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Looker (Software), Business Reporting, Dashboard Creation, Management Reporting, Performance Reporting, Marketing Analytics, Data Presentation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data-Driven Marketing, Data Visualization, Marketing Effectiveness, Star Schema, Snowflake Schema, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Pivot Tables And Charts, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Generative AI, Responsible AI, Decision Intelligence, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Technology Strategies, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Priorities, Digital Transformation, Verbal Strategic Communication, Technical Communication, Competitive Intelligence, Corporate Sustainability, Strategic Prioritization, Competitive Analysis, Benchmarking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Meta
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Business Metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Management, Data Collection, Data Governance, Bayesian Statistics, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Performance Metric, Information Privacy, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Analytics, SQL, Python Programming
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Verbal Communication Skills, Negotiation, Communication, Oral Expression, Communication Strategies, Conflict Management, Professionalism, Relationship Building, Interpersonal Communications, Composure, Business Communication, Relationship Management, Collaboration, Professional Development, Business Relationship Management, Strategic Communication, Decision Making, Behavioral Management, Strategic Thinking, Business
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Leadership, Business Transformation, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Development, Organizational Change, Innovation, New Business Development, Organizational Effectiveness, Strategic Partnership, Business Modeling, Business Management, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Communication
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Lund University
Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainable Design, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Strategic Sourcing, Materials Management, Business Modeling, Supply Management, Drive Engagement, Environmental Issue, Social Impact, Environmental Policy, Resource Utilization, Business Analysis, Innovation, Policy Analysis, Policy Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Strategic Thinking, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Corporate Finance, Decision Making, Risk Management Framework, Strategic Leadership, Analysis, Financial Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Analytical Skills, Financial Management, Operational Risk, Finance, Business, Environment, Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Customer Analysis, Business Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Opportunities, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Partnership, Customer Insights, Growth Strategies, Market Dynamics, Case Studies, Value Propositions, Crisis Management, Organizational Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks