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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


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    University of Virginia

    Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Analysis, Planning, Project Planning, Earned Value Management, Project Risk Management, Scheduling, Stakeholder Management, Risk Management, Project Management, Project Scoping, Risk Analysis, Project Performance, Dependency Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles

    4.7
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    10K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    ChatGPT: Master Free AI Tools to Supercharge Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, LLM Application, Productivity, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Anthropic Claude, Expense Management, Creativity, Verification And Validation, Travel Arrangements, Communication, Planning, Marketing

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    8.5K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Generative AI for Data Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, ChatGPT, Data Storytelling, OpenAI, Analytics, Prompt Engineering Tools, Data Analysis, Dashboard, Real Time Data, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Responsible AI, Data Visualization Software, AI Workflows, AI Personalization, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Data Cleansing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Agentic AI and AI Agents for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI Agents, Agentic Workflows, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, AI Orchestration, Workflow Management, AI Enablement, Agentic systems, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Personalization, Business Process Automation, AI Product Strategy, Large Language Modeling, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Expense Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    9.2K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Generative AI for Cybersecurity Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), AI Security, Threat Modeling, Threat Detection, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Malware Protection, Real Time Data, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Workflows, Anomaly Detection, AI Personalization, Vulnerability Management, Artificial Intelligence, Incident Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft 365 Essentials: Create, Collaborate, and Deliver

    Skills you'll gain: Content Performance Analysis, Multimedia, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Presentations, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Content Creation, Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Generative AI, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Business Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    6.1K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    U

    University of California, Davis

    Search Engine Optimization (SEO)

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Persona Development, Search Engine Marketing, Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media, Content Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Target Audience, Data Analysis, Digital Media Strategy, Analytics, Branding, Target Market, Forecasting, Content Development and Management, Content Marketing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    13K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    U

    University of California, Davis

    Introduction to Google SEO

    Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Optimization, Persona Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Target Audience, Branding, Target Market, Digital Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Brand Awareness, Consumer Behaviour, User Research, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Business Reporting

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    10K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Financial Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Accrual Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flows, General Ledger, Bookkeeping, Revenue Recognition, Business Metrics, Return On Investment, Depreciation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    8.5K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, IT Service Management, Technical Support, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Hardware Troubleshooting, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Professional Networking, Help Desk Support, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Desktop Support, Information Technology, Customer Service, Artificial Intelligence

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    PM Phases: Initiate, Plan, Execute

    Skills you'll gain: Project Closure, Risk Mitigation, Project Risk Management, Project Planning, Business Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Data Analysis using Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Microsoft Office, Data Mining

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management: University of Virginia
  • ChatGPT: Master Free AI Tools to Supercharge Productivity: Vanderbilt University
  • Generative AI for Data Analysts: IBM
  • Agentic AI and AI Agents for Leaders: Vanderbilt University
  • IBM Generative AI for Cybersecurity Professionals: IBM
  • Microsoft 365 Essentials: Create, Collaborate, and Deliver: Microsoft
  • Search Engine Optimization (SEO): University of California, Davis
  • Introduction to Google SEO: University of California, Davis
  • Introduction to Financial Accounting: University of Pennsylvania
  • IBM IT Support: IBM

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