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 California, Santa Barbara
Skills you'll gain: Audit Planning, Auditing, Financial Auditing, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Internal Controls, Analysis, Strategic Planning, Financial Statement Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pragmatic AI Labs
Skills you'll gain: GitHub, Package and Software Management, Okta, Azure Active Directory, Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Enterprise Application Management, Single Sign-On (SSO), Git (Version Control System), CI/CD, Authorization (Computing), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Enterprise Security, Identity and Access Management, Apache Maven, User Provisioning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Containerization, Security Controls, Security Strategy, Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Estate Planning, Portfolio Risk, Wealth Management, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Tax Planning, Financial Planning, Asset Management, Risk Appetite, Personalized Service, Tax, Financial Analysis, Behavioral Economics, Financial Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Gap Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Performance Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Effectiveness, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Measurement, Variance Analysis, Revenue Management, Performance Reporting, Benchmarking, Statistical Reporting
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Applied Machine Learning, Presentations, Technical Communication, AI Enablement, Technical Documentation, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), AI Product Strategy, Model Deployment, Interviewing Skills, Cloud Deployment
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Arizona
Skills you'll gain: Integrated Marketing Communications, Persona Development, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Customer Insights, Brand Strategy, Marketing Communications, Branding, Storytelling
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Design Software, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Mockups, Layout Design
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Change Management, Interpersonal Communications, Team Management, Empathy, Leadership Studies, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, Communication, Expectation Management, Constructive Feedback, Personal Development, Cultural Sensitivity, Active Listening, Adaptability, Decision Making, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Technical Communication, Content Strategy, Strategic Thinking
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Typography, Canva (Software), Style Guides, Brand Strategy, Branding, Graphic and Visual Design, Scalability, Marketing Design, Color Theory, Brand Management, Presentations, Design Elements And Principles, AI Enablement, Auditing, Asset Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Consultative Approaches, Trustworthiness, Sales Training, Report Writing, Customer Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Oral Comprehension, Writing, Interpersonal Communications, Needs Assessment, Communication Strategies
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Payment Systems, Risk Analysis, Blockchain, Risk Management, FinTech, Market Liquidity, Cyber Risk, Financial Systems, Financial Regulation, Digital Assets, Taxonomy, Financial Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Agentic systems, Governance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months