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.

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Training, Diversity Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Organizational Change
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Grant Applications, Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Fundraising, Business Strategy, Financial Planning, Loans, Mergers & Acquisitions, Communication
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Social Media Management, Social Media, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Social Media Campaigns, Dashboard, Account Management, User Accounts, Scheduling
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Campaign Management, Social Media Campaigns, Email Marketing, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Materials, Content Marketing, Marketing, Target Audience
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Containerization, Bash (Scripting Language), Version Control, Linux Administration, Linux Servers, Linux, Docker (Software), Shell Script, Ansible, Unix Shell, Kubernetes, Configuration Management, Application Deployment, Servers, Systems Administration, Software Configuration Management, System Configuration, Data Storage Technologies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Responsible AI, Productivity Software, Google Workspace, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Business Software, Content Creation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Slack (Software), Social Media Management, Dashboard, Social Media, Collaborative Software, Facebook, Cloud-Based Integration, Continuous Integration
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Fundação Instituto de Administração
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Business Transformation, Business Leadership, Emerging Technologies, Business Technologies, Business Strategies, Technology Solutions, Product Development, Business Risk Management, Blockchain, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Case Studies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Fundraising, Facebook, Social Media Management, Social Media, Communication Strategies, Social Media Campaigns, Driving engagement, Payment Processing and Collection
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Operational Databases, PostgreSQL, Test Data, Database Systems, Database Management, Database Architecture and Administration, Test Case
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Instagram, Graphic Design, Product Promotion, Social Media Content, Social Media, Design, Content Creation, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, User Accounts
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, Web Design, Collaborative Software, User Interface (UI), User Experience Design, Mockups
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours