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    Master business plan creation for startups and established businesses. Learn to develop comprehensive plans that outline business goals, strategies, and financial projections.

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      University of Alberta

      Software Design and Architecture

      Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Model View Controller, Unified Modeling Language, Object Oriented Design, Service Oriented Architecture, API Design, Systems Architecture, Web Services, Software Design Patterns, Software Design, Simple Object Access Protocol (SOAP), Microservices, Restful API, Software Design Documents, Software Visualization, Code Review, Solution Architecture, Software Systems, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java

      4.6
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create your e-commerce store with Shopify

      Skills you'll gain: Order Processing, Order Management, Inventory Management System, Inventory Control, Customer Relationship Management, E-Commerce, Web Analytics, Retail Management, Product Management, Content Management Systems, Dashboard

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      552 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      The Social Media Landscape

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Communications, Target Audience, Brand Strategy, Shared Media, Persuasive Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Earned Media, Owned Media, Paid media, Content Creation, Legal Risk, Consumer Behaviour

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Data Analysis and Visualization with Generative AI in Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Storytelling, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Copilot, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Reporting, Forecasting, Data Manipulation, Trend Analysis, Generative AI Agents, Natural Language Processing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnKartS

      POSH - Prevention of Sexual Harassment

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Safety Culture, Safety Training, Compliance Training, Diversity and Inclusion, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Human Resource Policies, Investigation

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Fundamentals of Microsoft 365 Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Data Ethics, Microsoft 365, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Microsoft Word, Business Ethics, Writing and Editing, Content Creation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Board Infinity

      Introduction to Continuous Improvement Process

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, ISO 9000 Series, Product Quality (QA/QC), Quality Management Systems, Quality Management, Quality Improvement, Customer experience improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Kaizen Methodology, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Advanced Visualizations using Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Advanced Analytics, Spatial Analysis, Data Manipulation, Forecasting

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Generative AI & Governmental Financial Reporting

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Scalability, Large Language Modeling, Governmental Accounting, Unstructured Data, Financial Data, Generative AI, Accounting, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Robotic Process Automation, Data Processing, Automation, Application Programming Interface (API), Decision Making, User Interface (UI)

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      Microsoft 365 with Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Presentations, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Data Ethics, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, Data Storytelling, Predictive Modeling, Microsoft 365, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Word, Collaborative Software, Data Analysis, Multimedia, Productivity Software, Meeting Facilitation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Leading Teams: Developing as a Leader

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Trustworthiness, Leadership Development, Decision Making, Emotional Intelligence, Business Ethics, Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Team Leadership, Courage, Relationship Building, Negotiation, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Curiosity

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      El arte de innovar: Emprendimiento en Educación

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Software Design and Architecture: University of Alberta
    • Create your e-commerce store with Shopify: Coursera Project Network
    • The Social Media Landscape: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Analysis and Visualization with Generative AI in Excel: Microsoft
    • POSH - Prevention of Sexual Harassment: LearnKartS
    • Fundamentals of Microsoft 365 Generative AI: Microsoft
    • Introduction to Continuous Improvement Process: Board Infinity
    • Advanced Visualizations using Tableau: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Generative AI & Governmental Financial Reporting: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Microsoft 365 with Generative AI: Microsoft

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Business Plan

    A business plan is a document in which you write out the goals for your business, the steps you'll take to achieve those goals, and the timeframe in which you want to achieve them. You can use a business plan both as an aspirational document to motivate you to perform well in your business and as a tool to attract investors to your business venture. Your business plan may also include strategies for the marketing and promotion of your business. If you consult your business plan regularly, you'll be able to find incentives and encouragement to help you reach the goals you set.‎

    When you write a business plan, it can serve as a blueprint for developing and growing your business. Your business plan serves as a means of accountability to yourself for the business you seek to start. The goals you set in your business plan, along with the steps and timeframe you map out for reaching those goals, will be your prime motivator for success. When you've written your business plan well, it can help you reach your goals more effectively and efficiently. You can also use your business plan as a way to attract investors. Lenders are more likely to fund your business if you're able to show them a workable plan.‎

    Online courses on Coursera can help you write an effective business plan by showing you both the fundamentals and practical applications of business plan development. The suite of online courses on Coursera can show you the basics of entrepreneurship, or you can study deeper topics like social media for startups, business for entrepreneurs in creative fields, and how to seek international financing for your business. Think of online courses on Coursera as a source of knowledge that can help you achieve success as a business owner.‎

    Online Business Plan courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your existing knowledge or learn new Business Plan skills. With a wide range of Business Plan classes, you can conveniently learn at your own pace to advance your Business Plan career skills.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Business Plan, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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