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.

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Sales Process, B2B Sales, Self-Awareness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Selling Techniques, Sales Management, General Sales Practices, Sales Enablement, Sales Strategy, Customer Relationship Building, Consultative Selling, Sales, Decision Making, Stakeholder Engagement, Behavioral Economics, Stakeholder Management, Customer Insights, Overcoming Objections
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Timelines, Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Procurement, Requirements Management, Purchasing, Bidding, Project Documentation, Vendor Management, Facility Management, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Business Valuation, Capital Budgeting, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Investment Management, Excel Formulas, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Corporate Finance, Financial Forecasting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Cash Flows, Financial Systems, Responsible AI, Simulation and Simulation Software, AI Enablement, Accounting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Macquarie University
Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Governance, Due Diligence, Business Valuation, Negotiation, Social Media Strategy, Business Strategies, Business Planning, Market Opportunities, Business Modeling, Product Knowledge, Innovation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Public Speaking, Professional Networking, Fundraising, Financial Analysis, Relationship Building, Stakeholder Management
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Working Capital, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Ethics, Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Investment Management, Business Valuation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Financial Management, Cash Flows, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Risk Management, Corporate Finance, Compliance Training, Decision Making, Accounts Receivable, Fraud detection
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Variance Analysis, Financial Statements, Revenue Forecasting, Budget Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Business Intelligence, Power BI, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Cost Management, Spreadsheet Software, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Microsoft Excel, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Capital Budgeting
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Access, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Management, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Database Development, Database Administration, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Integrity, Data Maintenance, Microsoft Windows, Databases, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Query Languages, Data Presentation, Productivity Software, User Interface (UI), Scripting
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Simplilearn
Skills you'll gain: Kanban Principles, Lean Six Sigma, Project Closure, Six Sigma Methodology, Return On Investment, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Quality Improvement, Business Metrics, Production Process, Continuous Improvement Process, Operational Excellence, Statistical Process Controls, Workflow Management, Risk Control, Financial Analysis, Project Controls, Cost Benefit Analysis, Operational Analysis, Visual Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Asset Management, Return On Investment, Investments, Portfolio Management, Finance, Financial Planning, Entrepreneurial Finance, Market Dynamics, Financial Acumen, Risk Management, Business Strategies, Market Trend
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Email Automation, Brand Awareness, Campaign Management, Keyword Research, Canva (Software), Email Marketing, Concision, Target Audience, Search Engine Optimization, Brand Strategy, Content Marketing, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media Content, Branding, Content Strategy, Social Media, Communication, Paid media, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Adaptability, Data Ethics, AI Product Strategy, Resilience, AI Enablement, Collaboration, Artificial Intelligence, Creativity, AI Workflows, Innovation, Responsible AI, Emotional Intelligence, Workforce Development, Creative Thinking, Organizational Change, Leadership, Generative AI, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Business Communication
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sales Process, Sales Management, Sales Strategy, Sales, Management Training And Development, Coaching, Team Management, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Cultural Diversity, Employee Coaching, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Communication, Business Leadership, Active Listening, Revenue Forecasting, Revenue Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Team Leadership, Performance Management, Negotiation
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months