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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


  • R

    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Influencer Marketing Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Return On Investment, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Brand Awareness, Influencing, Customer Engagement, Marketing Analytics, Presentations, Target Audience

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    195 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Entreprise et changement climatique

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Climate Change Mitigation, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Business Ethics, Environmental Management Systems, Education and Training, Business Strategies, Environmental Policy, Economics, Finance, Case Studies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    106 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    Hospitality Luxury Brand Management

    Skills you'll gain: Hospitality Management, Hospitality Services, Hospitality, Brand Management, Branding, Brand Awareness, Brand Marketing, Brand Strategy, Brand Loyalty, Business Ethics, Digital Transformation, Sustainable Business, Market Dynamics, Corporate Sustainability, Quality Management, Customer experience improvement, Innovation, Consumer Behaviour

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    170 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Fundamentals of Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flow Forecasting, Banking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    214 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Mind and Machine

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Probability, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Economics, Convolutional Neural Networks, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Theoretical Computer Science, Human Machine Interfaces

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    368 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    ESG and Social Activism

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Governance, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity and Inclusion, Corporate Strategy, Business Ethics, Crisis Management, Social Impact, Stakeholder Management, Strategic Communication, Risk Management, Executive Recruitment, Stakeholder Analysis, Succession Planning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    178 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Estrategias y estilos de negociación      

    Skills you'll gain: Negotiation, Conflict Management, Business Leadership, Communication Strategies, Strategic Planning, Relationship Building, Intercultural Competence, Complex Problem Solving, Cultural Diversity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    186 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Managing Cybersecurity Incidents and Disasters

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Response, Contingency Planning, Disaster Recovery, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Crisis Management, Cybersecurity, Business Continuity, Cyber Attacks, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Data Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    252 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    مهارات إدارة المواهب | Talent Management Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Human Capital, People Management, Human Resources Management and Planning, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Employee Performance Management, Organizational Structure

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    286 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Indian School of Business

    Design your own trading strategy – Culminating Project

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Data Collection, Financial Trading, Project Design, Portfolio Management, Securities Trading, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Technical Analysis, Model Evaluation, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Performance Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Equities

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    106 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Public Relations and Communications Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Proofreading, Public Relations, Stakeholder Analysis, Integrated Marketing Communications, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communication, Public Affairs, Content Management, Web Content, Performance Reporting, Storytelling, Content Management Systems, Press Releases, Content Strategy, Report Writing, Social Media Content, Marketing Effectiveness, Communication Strategies, Generative AI

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    214 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Hôtel “De l'étoile” - a hotel in crisis?

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Competitive Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Hospitality Management, Hotel Operations, Financial Analysis, Strategic Planning, Presentations, Case Studies, Business Planning, Brand Management, Market Analysis, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Decision Making

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    118 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Influencer Marketing Strategy: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Entreprise et changement climatique: ESSEC Business School
  • Hospitality Luxury Brand Management: Starweaver
  • Fundamentals of Finance: University of California, Irvine
  • Mind and Machine: University of Colorado Boulder
  • ESG and Social Activism: University of Pennsylvania
  • Estrategias y estilos de negociación      : Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Managing Cybersecurity Incidents and Disasters: Kennesaw State University
  • مهارات إدارة المواهب | Talent Management Skills: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Design your own trading strategy – Culminating Project: Indian School of Business

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