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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.


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Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


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    Aptly

    Marketing with TikTok

    Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Content Performance Analysis, Business Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Online Advertising, Storytelling, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Marketing Strategies, Performance Measurement, Content Marketing, Video Editing, Video Production, Social Media Content, Advertising, Digital Media Strategy, Advertising Campaigns, Performance Analysis, Marketing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    138 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Usar fórmulas y funciones básicas en Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    386 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Arizona State University

    Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind

    Skills you'll gain: Lesson Planning, Language Competency, English Language, Curriculum Planning, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Language Learning, Student Engagement, Grammar, Vocabulary, Literacy

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    202 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Build a social media presence for your business using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Social Media, Content Strategy, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Graphic Design, Marketing Design, Branding

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    79 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Blended Language Learning: Design and Practice for Teachers

    Skills you'll gain: Blended Learning, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Education Software and Technology, Digital pedagogy, Language Learning, Technology Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    260 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Leadership and Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Negotiation, Leadership, Conflict Management, Persuasive Communication, Leadership Development, Professional Development, Business Leadership, Communication, Initiative and Leadership, Empowerment, Personal Development, Leadership and Management, Cooperation, Communication Strategies, Team Building, Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IE Business School

    The Journey to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Training, Workplace inclusivity, Cognitive flexibility, Disabilities, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Culture, Innovation, Human Resource Policies, Empathy, Gerontology, People Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Employee Engagement, Organizational Change, Sociology, Team Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    44 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Automating Team Communication with Google Sheets and Apps Script

    Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Google Workspace, Google Sheets, Stakeholder Communications, Test Tools, Scripting, Timelines, Project Schedules, Project Management, Web Applications, Javascript, Data Validation

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    130 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free
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    University of Washington

    U101: Understanding College and College Life

    Skills you'll gain: Higher Education, Learning Strategies, Student Support and Services, Academic Advising, Time Management, Lifelong Learning, Personal Development, Planning, Collaboration, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Adaptability, Relationship Building

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    505 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Capstone - Launch Your Own Business!

    Skills you'll gain: Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Operations Management, Operations, Accounting, Business, Small Business Accounting, Legal Risk, New Business Development, Business Development, Commercial Laws, Digital Advertising, Financial Statements, Marketing, Business Strategy, Cash Flows

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    144 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Taxation of Business Entities I: Corporations

    Skills you'll gain: Corporate Tax, Income Tax, Tax Laws, Liquidation, Tax Planning, Tax Compliance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Expenditure, Organizational Structure, Depreciation, Business Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    249 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Risk governance: Manage the risks

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Management Framework, Governance, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Operational Risk, Business Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Corporate Strategy, Stakeholder Management, International Finance, Corporate Finance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Stakeholder Communications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    381 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Marketing with TikTok: Aptly
  • Usar fórmulas y funciones básicas en Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Lesson Planning with the ELL in Mind: Arizona State University
  • Build a social media presence for your business using Canva: Coursera
  • Blended Language Learning: Design and Practice for Teachers: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Leadership and Influence: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • The Journey to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging: IE Business School
  • Automating Team Communication with Google Sheets and Apps Script: Coursera
  • U101: Understanding College and College Life: University of Washington
  • Capstone - Launch Your Own Business!: Michigan State University

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