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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Budgets, Marketing Effectiveness, Web Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Return On Investment, Analytics, Performance marketing, Campaign Management, Financial Analysis, Event Monitoring, Data Analysis, Performance Analysis, Budget Management, Decision Making, Report Writing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, Sales Pipelines, Consultative Selling, Account Strategy, Sales Presentation, Account Management, Sales Training, Storytelling, Sales Development, B2B Sales, Sales Process, Persuasive Communication, Active Listening, Sales, Sales Territory Management, Product Demonstration, Sales Strategy, Sales Management, Price Negotiation, Revenue Management
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Advertising Campaigns, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Marketing, Advertising, Marketing, Facebook, Instagram, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Lead Generation, Customer Engagement
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Test Planning, Statistical Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Data, Statistical Inference, Risk Analysis, Performance Metric, Spreadsheet Software, Decision Making, Project Documentation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Videography, Video Production, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Cinematography, Photography, Storytelling, Creativity, Content Creation, Leadership, Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

PracticalGrowth
Skills you'll gain: Meeting Facilitation, Team Motivation, Succession Planning, Employee Retention, Recognizing Others, Team Performance Management, Constructive Feedback, Team Leadership, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Talent Management, Coaching, People Management, Operational Excellence, Decision Making, Prioritization, Stakeholder Management, Project Documentation, Change Management, Conflict Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, AI Workflows, Google Gemini, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Google Workspace, Responsible AI
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, Technical Communication, Agentic systems, AI Orchestration, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Security, Data Presentation, Professional Development, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Technical Documentation, Coaching, Technical Writing, Portfolio Management, Verbal Communication Skills, Project Documentation, Communication Strategies, GitHub
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Payroll Processing, Cash Management, Reconciliation, Accounting Software, Accounting, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Productivity Software, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Strategic Communication, Portfolio Management, AI Enablement, Microsoft Excel, Record Keeping
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Expert Academy
Skills you'll gain: Service Recovery, Account Management, Account Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Rapport Building, Sales Strategy, Loyalty Programs, Customer Insights, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Customer Retention, Enterprise Sales, Emotional Intelligence, B2B Sales, Relationship Management, Customer Service, Customer Success Management, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Management, Data Analysis, Strategic Planning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Target Market, Sales Strategy, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Sales Process, Sales, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Analytics, Digital Marketing, Brand Management, Market Opportunities, Market Research, Business Metrics, Customer Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Santa Barbara
Skills you'll gain: Commercial Laws, Contract Review, Vendor Contracts, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks