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: Sales Strategy, Web Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Copywriting, Customer Insights, Keyword Research, Revenue Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Vocabulary, Grammar, Oral Comprehension, Communication, Professional Development, Cultural Diversity, Interpersonal Communications, Social Skills, Self-Awareness
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Customer Insights, Product Management, Product Improvement, New Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Roadmaps, Innovation, Agile Methodology, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Product Testing, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Routing Protocols, Network Routing, TCP/IP, Network Routers, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), OSI Models, Computer Networking, General Networking, Network Protocols, Networking Hardware, Network Switches, Network Troubleshooting, Local Area Networks, Network Performance Management, Network Infrastructure, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Network Model, Network Analysis
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Advancing Women in Tech
Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Vendor Management, Business Priorities, Cyber Security Assessment, Enterprise Security, Security Management, Information Systems Security, Security Awareness, Technical Consulting, Business Risk Management, Business Communication, Strategic Leadership, Leadership and Management, Risk Management, Business Metrics, Team Leadership, Compliance Auditing, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Drive Engagement, Content Strategy, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Strategic Partnership, Social Media Strategy, Content Management, Community Development, Content Creation, Video Editing, Scheduling
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Request for Proposal, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Supplier Performance Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Procurement, Market Intelligence, Market Research, Competitive Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Customer Relationship Management, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Business Planning, Telecommuting, Business Strategy, Value Propositions, Collaborative Software
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Operational Risk, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Financial Services, Financial Regulations, Compliance Management, Information Technology, FinTech, Cyber Risk, Business Risk Management, Risk Management, Governance, Risk Control, Business Continuity Planning, IT Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Disaster Recovery, System Implementation, Change Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sales Enablement, Sales Strategy, Lead Generation, Sales Training, Sales Process, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Sales Prospecting, Global Marketing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Automation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Digital Media Strategy, AI Personalization, Content Creation, Video Production
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Pinterest, User Accounts, Dashboard, Online Advertising, Advertising, Account Management, Social Media, Marketing, Registration
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft PowerPoint, Data Storytelling, Microsoft Excel, Trend Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months