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Business Plan Courses

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.


Popular Business Plan Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Community Awareness: Negotiating for Financial Success

    Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Intercultural Competence, Negotiation, Business Ethics, Contract Negotiation, Cultural Diversity, Business Communication, Conflict Management, Decision Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Procurement, Negotiation, and Contract Execution

    Skills you'll gain: Purchasing, Procurement, Data Entry, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Order Processing, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Management, Contract Review, Business Communication, Accounts Payable, Contract Compliance, Business Process Management, Billing & Invoicing, Cost Accounting, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Forecasting and Predictive Analytics Methods Pack

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Supervised Learning, Business Metrics, Market Data, Generative AI, Financial Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Market Intelligence, Statistical Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Storytelling, Applied Machine Learning

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    57 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    The University of Melbourne

    Essentials of Corporate Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Portfolio Risk, Accounting, Financial Systems, Financial Modeling, Investments, Capital Markets, Market Liquidity, Balance Sheet, Derivatives, Financial Market, Income Statement, Financial Data, Financial Reporting, Business Valuation, International Finance

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Manage Project Resources, Changes, and Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Capacity Planning, Change Control, Change Management, Project Controls, Project Risk Management, Scope Management, Project Performance, Project Management, Agile Methodology, Resource Management, Waterfall Methodology, Technical Communication, Business Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    How to Make Your Voice Heard & Articulating Your Value

    Skills you'll gain: Communication Strategies, Constructive Feedback, Business Communication, Executive Presence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Knowledge Accelerators

    ChatGPT for Work: Productivity & Automation with Custom GPTs

    Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, ChatGPT, Agentic Workflows, Workflow Management, Email Automation, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering Tools, Artificial Intelligence, LLM Application, Organizational Skills, Process Optimization, Business Communication, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Project Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    Foundations of Financial Statement

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Modeling, Income Statement, Accounting, Bookkeeping, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Balance Sheet, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Accrual Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Business Acumen, Business Valuation, Working Capital, Income Tax, Excel Formulas

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Tools for Define and Measure

    Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Business Process, Project Management, Project Planning, Customer experience improvement, Process Mapping, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    2.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep CISM: Certified Information Security Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Governance, Risk Management, Security Awareness, Business Administration, Disaster Recovery

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Adapt Communication Styles

    Skills you'll gain: Communication, Negotiation, Sales Process, Communication Strategies, Business Communication, Sales Development, Business Correspondence, Sales, Sales Strategy, Business Writing, Trustworthiness, Customer Analysis, Sales Support, Recognizing Others, Customer Engagement, Customer Insights, Adaptability

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    2026 Mobile App Marketing With ASO, And Monetization

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Business Planning, Apple iOS, Marketing Effectiveness, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Android Development, Strategic Marketing, Promotional Strategies, Growth Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Revenue Management, Press Releases, Product Promotion, Competitive Analysis, Google Ads, Advertising

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • Community Awareness: Negotiating for Financial Success: University of Michigan
  • Procurement, Negotiation, and Contract Execution: Coursera
  • Forecasting and Predictive Analytics Methods Pack: Coursera
  • Essentials of Corporate Finance: The University of Melbourne
  • Manage Project Resources, Changes, and Performance: Coursera
  • How to Make Your Voice Heard & Articulating Your Value: Packt
  • ChatGPT for Work: Productivity & Automation with Custom GPTs: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Foundations of Financial Statement: Starweaver
  • Six Sigma Tools for Define and Measure: Kennesaw State University
  • Exam Prep CISM: Certified Information Security Manager: Whizlabs

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