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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


  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Building and Working with Relational Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Database Management, Database Theory, Databases, Database Development, SQL, Database Management Systems, MySQL, Transaction Processing, Stored Procedure, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Modeling, Unified Modeling Language, Data Access, Data Integrity, Query Languages, Diagram Design, Application Development

    Build toward a degree

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    ESSEC Business School

    Les alliances qui changent les territoires : partenariats entre acteurs publics, acteurs privés et structures d'intérêt général pour le bien commun

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Partnership, Community Development, Social Impact, Relationship Building, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance, Innovation, Program Evaluation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    86 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Gobierno Corporativo

    Skills you'll gain: Annual Reports, Governance, Corporate Accounting, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities, Regulatory Requirements, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Regulation, Accountability, Business Management, Corporate Strategy, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Business Ethics, Organizational Structure, Corporate Communications, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Auditing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    62 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • V

    Voxy

    English Language Skills A1-A2 CEFR: Beginner

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Communication, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Oral Comprehension, Social Skills, Vocabulary, Language Learning, Professional Development, Active Listening, Communication, Grammar, Personal Development, Relationship Building, Self-Awareness

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    71 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • A

    Alfaisal University | KLD

    المبادئ المحاسبية في التقارير والقوائم المالية

    Skills you'll gain: International Financial Reporting Standards, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Standard Accounting Practices, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Accounting, Auditing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    65 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Dubai College of Tourism

    Travel Agency Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Booking (Sales), Travel Arrangements, Selling Techniques, Sales, Hospitality, Client Services, Office Procedures, Financial Analysis, Workflow Management, Proposal Development, Document Management, Customer Communications Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    PMP Formulas

    Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Project Schedules, Procurement, Financial Analysis, Project Performance, Cost Management, Project Estimation, Microsoft Excel, Investment Management, Return On Investment, Variance Analysis, Forecasting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    Career Options: Exploring a New Career

    Skills you'll gain: Planning, Professional Networking, Business Research, Goal Setting, Personal Development, Market Research, Adaptability, Self-Awareness, Market Analysis, Decision Making, Creativity, Trend Analysis

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    إستراتيجية الأعمال المتقدمة

    Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Stakeholder Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Market Analysis, Case Studies, Product Lifecycle Management, International Finance, Risk Analysis, Global Marketing, Innovation, Diversity and Inclusion

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Create and Sell Digital Teaching Printables with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Teaching, Digital Design, Graphic Design, Business Marketing, Marketing Materials, Data Sharing, Creative Design, Editing, Marketing Design, Content Creation, Dashboard, User Accounts, Marketing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    52 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    إنشاء صفحة لنكدين إحترافية

    Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Dashboard, Social Media, Relationship Building, Professionalism

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    72 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Crie artes para redes sociais usando Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Social Media Content, Social Media, Multimedia, Marketing Design, Content Creation, Graphic and Visual Design, Animations, Editing, Marketing, Presentations

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    70 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Building and Working with Relational Databases: Illinois Tech
  • Les alliances qui changent les territoires : partenariats entre acteurs publics, acteurs privés et structures d'intérêt général pour le bien commun: ESSEC Business School
  • Gobierno Corporativo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • English Language Skills A1-A2 CEFR: Beginner: Voxy
  • المبادئ المحاسبية في التقارير والقوائم المالية: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Travel Agency Operations: Dubai College of Tourism
  • PMP Formulas: Microsoft
  • Career Options: Exploring a New Career: Kennesaw State University
  • إستراتيجية الأعمال المتقدمة: University of Virginia
  • Create and Sell Digital Teaching Printables with Canva: Coursera

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