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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Corporate Communications, Risk Management, Public Affairs, Business Risk Management, Contingency Planning, Risk Analysis, Mitigation, Emergency Response, Stakeholder Communications, Forecasting, Communication Strategies, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Università di Napoli Federico II
Skills you'll gain: Market Liquidity, Securities Trading, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Equities, Market Data, Technical Analysis, Financial Regulation, Order Processing, Algorithms
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Spreadsheet Software, Project Management Software, Process Design, Data Entry, Excel Formulas, Automation, Data Import/Export, Data Management, Document Management, Collaborative Software, User Accounts
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Interactive Brokers
Skills you'll gain: Market Trend, Portfolio Risk, Technical Analysis, Risk Management, Market Data, Trend Analysis, Investment Management, Investments, Portfolio Management, Equities
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Advancing Women in Tech
Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Systems Design, Technical Management, API Design, Technical Product Management, Engineering Management, Program Management, Microservices, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Team Performance Management, Leadership and Management, Service Oriented Architecture, Amazon Web Services
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Virtual Teams, Cultural Sensitivity, Intercultural Competence, Cultural Diversity, Team Management, Teamwork, Negotiation, Communication Strategies, Leadership and Management, Diversity Awareness, Conflict Management, Business Leadership, Leadership, Communication, Non-Verbal Communication
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Market Analysis, Process Design, Cost Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Team Leadership, People Management, Performance Management, Project Risk Management, Smart Goals, Agile Project Management, Compliance Management, Scope Management, Project Planning, Negotiation, Business Process, Backlogs, Project Schedules, Governance, Change Management, Procurement, Employee Training, Active Listening, Team Oriented, Communication
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Color Theory, Sales, Marketing Collateral, Design, Sales Strategy, Marketing Materials, Layout Design, Digital Design, Intellectual Property, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Product Design, Marketing
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Operations, Internet Of Things, Robotics, Manufacturing Processes, Automation, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Industrial Engineering, 3D Modeling, Robotic Process Automation, Innovation, Computer-Aided Design, Emerging Technologies, Digital Transformation, Real Time Data, Simulation and Simulation Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

LearnKartS
Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Mitigation, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Benefits Administration, Communication Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Business Strategy
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Marketing Effectiveness, Global Marketing, New Product Development, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Communications, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Strategy, Advertising, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Media Planning, Market Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months