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.

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Operational Efficiency, Technology Strategies, Business Modeling, Business Technologies, Organizational Change, Innovation, Agile Methodology, Leadership, Business Strategies, Market Dynamics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Persuasive Communication, Presentations, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Drive Engagement, Constructive Feedback, Communication Strategies, Stress Management, Leadership and Management, Human Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Probability, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Economics, Convolutional Neural Networks, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Deep Learning, Theoretical Computer Science
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Product Development, Strategic Thinking, User Feedback, Prioritization, Customer experience improvement, Stakeholder Engagement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Collaboration, Risk Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Entry, Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Presentation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Data Management, Business Strategy
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, Test Tools, Interaction Design, Human Computer Interaction, Test Planning, User Research, Product Development, Web Analytics and SEO
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Copenhagen Business School
Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Plan Execution, Peer Review, Innovation, Organizational Strategy, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Management, Business Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Conflict Management, Cultural Sensitivity, Communication Strategies, Goal Setting, Business Strategy, Influencing, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Responsible AI, Case Studies, Risking, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, AI Security, Compliance Management, Artificial Intelligence, Business Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Accountability, Information Privacy, Business Strategies, Decision Making, Social Justice
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Modeling, Business Mathematics, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Decision Making, Linear Algebra, Spreadsheet Software, Graphing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Applicant Tracking Systems, Social Media, Editing, Job Analysis
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Analytical Skills, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Analysis, Marketing, Business Research, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, Customer Insights, Market Trend, Consumer Behaviour, Trend Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months