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: Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Presentations, LinkedIn, Cybersecurity, Applicant Tracking Systems, Market Research, Social Media, Business Research, Recruitment, Portfolio Management, Job Analysis, Negotiation, Writing, Compensation Strategy, Recruitment Strategies, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Geneva
Skills you'll gain: Cognitive flexibility, Critical Thinking, Scientific Methods, Research, Psychology, digital literacy, Media and Communications, Social Impact
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia Darden School Foundation
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Customer Insights, ChatGPT, Branding, Design Thinking, Keyword Research, Search Engine Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Brand Awareness, Brand Strategy, Digital Marketing, Marketing Design, Generative AI, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Personalized Service, Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Machine Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Marketing, Content Performance Analysis, HubSpot CRM, Marketing Strategies, Web Content, Social Media Content, Paid media, Marketing, Digital Content, Content Creation, Marketing Automation, Marketing Analytics, Newsletters, Marketing Psychology, Digital Marketing, Customer Relationship Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, UI/UX Strategy
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Executive Presence, Relationship Management, Collaboration, Professional Networking, Business Leadership, Professional Development, Brand Awareness, Return On Investment, Leadership, Personal Attributes, Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Assertiveness, Communication, Adaptability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Communication, Innovation, Personal Development, Curiosity, Productivity, Time Management, Self-Awareness, Leadership Development, Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, People Development, Leadership and Management, Adaptability, Change Management, Growth Strategies
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

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Sustainable Development, Spreadsheet Software, Sustainability Reporting, Marketing and Public Relations, Analysis, Business Writing, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Communication, Presentations
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, Virtual Teams, Team Building, Conflict Management, Leadership and Management, Teamwork, Intercultural Competence, Program Management, Project Management, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Communication Strategies, Simulation and Simulation Software, Communication
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Marketing Materials, Workflow Management, Graphic Design, Design Strategies, Customer Engagement, Layout Design, Design, Digital Publishing, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Design Elements And Principles, Business
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Data Modeling, Dashboard, Database Design, Data Warehousing, SQL, Data Analysis, Data Persistence, Version Control
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Revenue Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Real Estate, Forecasting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Commercial Real Estate, Risk Management, Property and Real Estate, Investment Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Investments, Financial Analysis, Return On Investment, Operating Expense
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks