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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


  • M

    Microsoft

    Team Effectiveness

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Customer Service, Service Level, Team Performance Management, Service Management, Team Oriented, Customer Support, Management Reporting, Customer experience improvement, Service Improvement, Team Building, Performance Reporting, Business Reporting, Team Management, Customer Success Management, Employee Onboarding, Peer Review, Drive Engagement, Data Analysis, Business Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    AI Strategy and Transformation Planning

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Data Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Responsible AI, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, AI Security, Enterprise Architecture, Organizational Change, Risking, Culture Transformation, Feasibility Studies, Workforce Planning, Resource Allocation, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Process Mapping, Data Governance

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace

    Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Team Performance Management, Interviewing Skills, Executive Presence, Leadership Development, Conflict Management, Business Ethics, Management Training And Development, Case Studies, Empathy, Relationship Management, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Leadership, Self-Awareness, Oral Expression, Workforce Development, Professional Networking, Communication

    4.7 stars, 1.4K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.4K) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Target Market, Target Audience, Marketing Management, Strategic Marketing, Product Planning, Product Strategy, Promotional Strategies, Product Marketing, New Product Development, Market Research, Product Lifecycle Management, Global Marketing, Product Promotion, Marketing Planning, Business Marketing, Brand Marketing, Product Management, Consumer Behaviour, Branding

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    B2B Sales: Objection Handling And Buyer Consensus

    Skills you'll gain: Overcoming Objections, B2B Sales, De-escalation Techniques, Conflict Management, Enterprise Sales, Sales Presentation, Sales Strategy, Negotiation, Selling Techniques, Closing (Sales), Sales, Trustworthiness, Price Negotiation, Stakeholder Management, Behavior Management, Communication Strategies, Business Communication, Sales Prospecting, Communication, Resilience

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    Master Productivity and Data Skills Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Google Docs, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Cloud Storage, File Management, Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Google Workspace, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Google Sheets, Data Presentation, Business Reporting, Multimedia, Microsoft Word, Project Documentation, Editing

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    AI-Enhanced Data Analysis: From Raw Data to Deep Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Generative AI, Matplotlib, Data Literacy, Prompt Engineering, Power BI, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Plotly, Plot (Graphics), Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Generative Model Architectures, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Microsoft Copilot, Data Cleansing

    4.3 stars, 664 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.3 (664) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    B2B Sales: Communication And Buyer Influence

    Skills you'll gain: B2B Sales, Active Listening, Sales Strategy, Rapport Building, Non-Verbal Communication, Communication, Business Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Sales Presentation, Sales, Price Negotiation, Composure, Negotiation, Sales Presentations, Value Propositions, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication Strategies, Influencing, Trustworthiness, Psychology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Expert Academy

    B2B Sales: Negotiation, Deal Closing And Buyer Influence

    Skills you'll gain: Closing (Sales), Overcoming Objections, B2B Sales, Selling Techniques, Sales, Sales Strategy, Negotiation, Price Negotiation, Customer Retention, Business Communication, Communication, Sales Presentation, Sales Prospecting, Customer Relationship Building, Communication Strategies, Customer Relationship Management, Stakeholder Communications, Relationship Building, Influencing, Trustworthiness

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    MS Excel and Spreadsheet Training for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Google Sheets, Data Presentation, Excel Formulas, Google Workspace, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Productivity Software, Business Reporting, Collaborative Software, Data Maintenance, Data Management, File Management, Editing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Chris Croft Training

    Complete Time Management Toolkit

    Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Time Management, Delegation Skills, Prioritization, Assertiveness, Self-Discipline, Overcoming Obstacles, Goal-Oriented, Planning, Strategic Prioritization, Organizational Skills, Stress Management, Business Priorities, Calendar Management, Productivity Software, Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Operational Efficiency, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Emory University

    Weight Management: Beyond Balancing Calories

    Skills you'll gain: Habit Formation, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Stress Management, Behavior Management, Biology, Goal Setting, Endocrinology, Mindfulness, Exercise Science

    4.7 stars, 1.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Team Effectiveness: Microsoft
  • AI Strategy and Transformation Planning: Microsoft
  • Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace: Coursera
  • Marketing: Pearson
  • B2B Sales: Objection Handling And Buyer Consensus: The Expert Academy
  • Master Productivity and Data Skills Certification: Simplilearn
  • AI-Enhanced Data Analysis: From Raw Data to Deep Insights: Microsoft
  • B2B Sales: Communication And Buyer Influence: The Expert Academy
  • B2B Sales: Negotiation, Deal Closing And Buyer Influence: The Expert Academy
  • MS Excel and Spreadsheet Training for Beginners: Simplilearn

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