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.

Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Processing, Big Data, Cloud Computing, Data Science, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Storage, Deep Learning, Machine Learning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, LLM Application, AI literacy, Natural Language Processing, Robotics, Risk Mitigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Database Administration, Data Warehousing, Web Scraping, Data Pipelines, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Engineering, Database Design, Database Management, Relational Databases, Linux Commands, SQL, Apache Kafka, Bash (Scripting Language), Apache Airflow, Shell Script, IBM DB2, Generative AI, Python Programming, Data Security
Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Proposal Writing, Business Writing, Proposal Development, Sales Presentations, Presentations, Value Propositions, Data Visualization, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

28DIGITAL
Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Cold Calling, Customer Analysis, Selling Techniques, Sales Process, Target Market, Marketing, Market Analysis, General Sales Practices, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Strategies, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Planning, Business Marketing, Strategic Marketing, Outbound Calls, Market Opportunities, Sales, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Online Advertising, Facebook, Marketing Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, Social Media Content, Drive Engagement, Driving engagement, Content Development and Management, Social Media Marketing, Shared Media, Social Media Campaigns, Digital Publishing, Social Media, Target Audience, Social Media Management, Customer Engagement
Mixed · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Data Wrangling, Plotly, Data Visualization Software, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Data Science, Python Programming, NumPy, Data Compilation, Data Collection, Machine Learning
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Order Fulfillment, Paid media, Social Media Management, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Measurement, Spreadsheet Software, Client Services, Campaign Management, E-Commerce, Loyalty Programs, Marketing, Web Presence, Interviewing Skills
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Power BI, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Integrity, Data Visualization, Data Storage, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Collection, Data Quality, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Generative AI, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Reporting, Analytical Skills, Data Integration, Model Optimization, SQL
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Product Planning, English Language, Business Planning, Management Reporting, Business Writing, Campaign Planning, Marketing Planning, Advertising Campaigns, Budget Management, Report Writing, Project Documentation, Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Business Communication, Presentations, Business Reporting, Oral Expression, Internal Communications
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Goldman Sachs
Skills you'll gain: Market Opportunities, Business Planning, Feasibility Studies, Growth Strategies, Business Development, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Entrepreneurship, Proposal Development, Business Analytics, Goal Setting, Peer Review, Professional Networking
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Acumen, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Small Business Accounting, Business Acumen, Financial Accounting, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Metrics, Gross Profit, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Business Mathematics, Financial Data, Revenue Recognition, Asset Management
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks