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Business Plan Courses

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.


Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


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    Institute for the Future

    Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action

    Skills you'll gain: Visionary, Strategic Planning, Action Oriented, Planning, Community Organizing, Strategic Thinking, Optimism, Social Impact, Creative Thinking, Systems Thinking, Innovation, Persuasive Communication, Creativity, Leadership, Storytelling

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    283 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Case Western Reserve University

    Beyond Silicon Valley: Growing Entrepreneurship in Transitioning Economies

    Skills you'll gain: Philanthropy, Entrepreneurship, Global Marketing, Entrepreneurial Finance, Innovation, New Business Development, Community Development, Economic Development, Commercialization, Mentorship, Governance, Case Studies, Public Policies, Program Evaluation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    128 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Gmail

    Skills you'll gain: Gmail, Google Workspace, Email Security, Productivity Software, Organizational Skills, Business Communication, Business Solutions, Data Import/Export

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDHEC Business School

    Python and Machine-Learning for Asset Management with Alternative Data Sets

    Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Network Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Machine Learning Methods, Unstructured Data, Predictive Modeling, Web Scraping, Social Network Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Investments, Financial Modeling, Asset Management, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Consumer Behaviour

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    236 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Digital Marketing Institute

    Social Media Marketing in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Management, Digital Media Strategy, Facebook, Content Marketing, Instagram, LinkedIn, Digital Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Marketing, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Content, Digital Advertising, Web Analytics, Brand Awareness, B2B Sales

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    604 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Design Thinking: Discovery Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Stakeholder Analysis, Human Centered Design, User Experience, Persona Development, Process Mapping, Value Engineering, User Research, Customer experience improvement, Qualitative Research, Customer Insights, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Interviewing Skills

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Systems Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Systems Development, Software Development Methodologies, Business Analysis, Software Design, Business Process Modeling, Communication, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Stakeholder Communications, Business Communication, Product Lifecycle Management

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    Foundations of Sustainability and ESG

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Stakeholder Engagement, Sustainable Business, Governance, Business Metrics, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Business Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Ethics, Corporate Strategy, Investment Management, Community Development, Investments, Risk Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    52 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Howard University

    Fundamentals of Business Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Data Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analysis, Business Process, Financial Modeling, Investment Management, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Trend Analysis, Decision Making

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    McMaster University

    Finance for Everyone: Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Finance, Peer Review, Project Design, Business Mathematics, Market Dynamics, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Capital Markets, Economics, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Emotional Intelligence: Cultivating Immensely Human Interactions

    Skills you'll gain: Non-Verbal Communication, Mentorship, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Coaching, Empathy, Leadership Development, Resilience, Team Building, Leadership

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Northwestern University

    Sports Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Event Marketing, Marketing, Social Media, Media Relations, Marketing Strategies, Loyalty Programs, Brand Management, Event Planning, Public Relations, Revenue Management, Strategic Partnership, Target Audience, Crisis Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • Urgent Optimism: How to Turn Foresight into Action: Institute for the Future
  • Beyond Silicon Valley: Growing Entrepreneurship in Transitioning Economies: Case Western Reserve University
  • Gmail: Google Cloud
  • Python and Machine-Learning for Asset Management with Alternative Data Sets: EDHEC Business School
  • Social Media Marketing in Practice: Digital Marketing Institute
  • Design Thinking: Discovery Tools: University of Virginia
  • Introduction to Systems Analysis: IBM
  • Foundations of Sustainability and ESG: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Fundamentals of Business Problem Solving: Howard University
  • Finance for Everyone: Decisions: McMaster University

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