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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


  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Managing Employee Compensation

    Skills you'll gain: Compensation Management, Compensation Strategy, Compensation and Benefits, Benefits Administration, Labor Compliance, Employee Retention, Employee Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Labor Law, Performance Management

    4.7 stars, 1.9K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (1.9K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Delivering, Promoting, and Sustaining Customer Value

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Relationship Management, Customer Relationship Building, Marketing Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Promotional Strategies, Marketing Operations, Marketing Effectiveness, Campaign Planning, Plan Execution, Promotions and Campaigns, Marketing and Public Relations, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Planning, Supply Chain, Customer Engagement, Customer Retention, Marketing Strategies, Customer Service, Advertising, Probability Distribution

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • H

    HRCI

    Workplace Compliance and Labor Relations

    Skills you'll gain: Labor Compliance, Labor Relations, Employee Relations, Labor Law, Human Resources, Disciplinary Procedures, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Standard Operating Procedure, Workplace inclusivity, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Occupational Safety And Health, Governance, Investigation, Human Resources Management and Planning, Environment Health And Safety, Safety and Security, Human Resource Policies, Compliance Reporting, Emergency Response, Law, Regulation, and Compliance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Decentralized Finance (DeFi): The Future of Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Loans, FinTech, Lending and Underwriting, Payment Systems, Cyber Risk, Operational Risk, General Lending, Scalability, Regulatory Compliance, Interoperability, Risk Management, Financial Inclusion, Financial Regulation, Legal Risk, Derivatives, Key Management, Finance, Entrepreneurial Finance, Entrepreneurship

    4.8 stars, 2.2K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Managing as a Coach

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Employee Coaching, Coaching, Leadership and Management, People Management, Adaptability, People Development, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Effectiveness, Overcoming Obstacles, Training and Development, Employee Training, Mentorship, Decision Making, Communication, Active Listening, Self-Awareness

    4.8 stars, 2.3K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (2.3K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Liderazgo, Motivación y Gestión de Recursos Humanos

    Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Talent Management, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment, Human Resources Management and Planning, Social Skills, Human Resources, Talent Recruitment, Recruitment Strategies, Team Motivation, Employee Retention, Workforce Development, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Verbal Communication Skills, Team Management, Recognizing Others, Leadership, Drive Engagement, Emotional Intelligence

    4.8 stars, 2.7K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Career Pathways in Coaching & People Development Leadership

    Skills you'll gain: People Development, People Analytics, Data Storytelling, Workforce Development, Human Resources, Professional Development, Interviewing Skills, Professional Networking, Human Resource Strategy, People Management, Employee Coaching, AI Enablement, Organizational Development, Dashboard, Coaching, Portfolio Management, Training Programs, Talent Management, Communication Strategies, Verbal Communication Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Organizational Structure and Culture

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Structure, Organizational Change, Culture Transformation, Organizational Development, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Leadership, Change Management, Business Ethics, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership and Management, Business Transformation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Chegg Skills

    Workplace Communication & Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Active Listening, Trustworthiness, Non-Verbal Communication, Interpersonal Communications, Emotional Intelligence, Team Collaboration, Conflict Management, Professionalism, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Relationship Building, Honesty, Business Communication, Verbal Communication Skills, Professional Development, Teamwork, Communication, Negotiation, Meeting Facilitation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pearson

    Government Regulation

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Regulations, Legal Risk, Environmental Laws, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Business Administration, Environmental Issue, Compliance Management, Regulatory Requirements, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Strategy, Regulatory Affairs, Business Management, Business, Commercial Laws, Environmental Policy, Labor Compliance, Administration, Labor Law, Safety Standards

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • L

    LearnKartS

    COBIT 2019 Foundation Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Control Objectives for Information and Related Technology (COBIT), Performance Measurement, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, IT Management, Governance, Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Performance Management, Program Implementation, Process Capability, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Stakeholder Management, Goal Setting, Digital Transformation, Change Management, Auditing, Process Management, Organizational Structure, Business Process

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • P

    Pearson

    Decisions and Social Responsibility

    Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Organizational Strategy, Leadership and Management, Business Management, Complex Problem Solving, Social Impact, Corporate Sustainability, Organizational Effectiveness, Culture, Sustainable Business, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Accountability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular business plan courses

  • Managing Employee Compensation: University of Minnesota
  • Delivering, Promoting, and Sustaining Customer Value: Sage Publications
  • Workplace Compliance and Labor Relations: HRCI
  • Decentralized Finance (DeFi): The Future of Finance: Duke University
  • Managing as a Coach: University of California, Davis
  • Liderazgo, Motivación y Gestión de Recursos Humanos: Universidad de Palermo
  • Career Pathways in Coaching & People Development Leadership: Microsoft
  • Organizational Structure and Culture: Pearson
  • Workplace Communication & Collaboration: Chegg Skills
  • Government Regulation: Pearson

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