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    Find the Best Business Development Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Università Bocconi

      Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030

      Skills you'll gain: Human Capital, Governance, International Relations, Human Resources, Cultural Diversity, Economic Development, Organizational Strategy, Policy Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Management, Finance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      199 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Michigan State University

      Game Design and Development with Unity

      Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, Prototyping, 3D Modeling, Software Design Documents, Peer Review, Cross Platform Development, C# (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Animation and Game Design, Software Design, User Experience, Storytelling, Software Documentation, User Experience Design, Conceptual Design, Microsoft Visual Studio, UI Components, Computer Graphics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      614 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Università Bocconi

      Corporate Sustainability. Understanding and Seizing the Strategic Opportunity

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Business Transformation, Business Ethics, Organizational Change, Socioeconomics, Business Strategy, Systems Thinking, Stakeholder Management, Innovation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      898 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Macquarie University

      Professional development: Improve yourself, always

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Leadership Development, Lifelong Learning, Adaptability, Willingness To Learn, Self-Motivation, Emotional Intelligence, Change Management, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      860 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Project Management Principles and Practices

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Stakeholder Management, Project Risk Management, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Performance, Estimation, Conflict Management, Quality Management, Change Control, Project Management, Timelines, Milestones (Project Management), Project Planning, Peer Review, Budgeting, Scheduling, Project Management Life Cycle, Risk Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      30K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Business Intelligence and Competitive Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Intelligence, Competitive Analysis, Market Intelligence, Management Consulting, Business Consulting, Consulting, Business Strategy, Data Analysis Software, Business Intelligence, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Business Analytics, Analytics, Market Analysis, Benchmarking, Analysis, Performance Analysis, Trend Analysis, Business Metrics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      235 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Microsoft

      Microsoft Full-Stack Developer

      Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, GitHub, C# (Programming Language), HTML and CSS, Load Balancing, Continuous Integration, Git (Version Control System), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Authentications, ASP.NET, Full-Stack Web Development, Web Development, Debugging, SQL, Application Deployment, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Copilot, Graph Theory

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      131 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      I

      IBM

      Generative AI for Mobile App Developers

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, AI Personalization, Large Language Modeling, Mobile Development, OpenAI, CI/CD, Software Development, Software Development Life Cycle, DevSecOps, Machine Learning Methods, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Applications, Natural Language Processing, Cloud Development, Prototyping, Software Architecture, Program Development

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.6K reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IESE Business School

      Think like a CFO

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Corporate Finance, Income Statement, Accounting, Financial Market, Financial Accounting, Capital Budgeting, Operational Analysis, Accrual Accounting, Financial Modeling, Working Capital, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Reporting, Financial Management, Equities, Capital Markets

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      6.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • P

      PwC

      Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach

      Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Microsoft PowerPoint, Data Presentation, Presentations, Excel Formulas, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Excel, Customer Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Big Data, Verbal Communication Skills, Data Cleansing, Spreadsheet Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      Intuit

      Bookkeeping Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Bookkeeping, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Financial Statements, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting, Accounting Records, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, General Ledger, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Cash Flows

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Glasgow

      MBA Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Business Administration, Leadership Studies, Digital Transformation, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, Financial Data, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Accounting, Business Modeling, Change Management, Business Economics, Project Management, Business Strategies, Global Marketing, Digital Marketing, B2B Sales

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Management of International Development: Towards Agenda 2030: Università Bocconi
    • Game Design and Development with Unity: Michigan State University
    • Corporate Sustainability. Understanding and Seizing the Strategic Opportunity : Università Bocconi
    • Professional development: Improve yourself, always: Macquarie University
    • Project Management Principles and Practices: University of California, Irvine
    • Business Intelligence and Competitive Analysis: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Microsoft Full-Stack Developer: Microsoft
    • Generative AI for Mobile App Developers: IBM
    • Think like a CFO: IESE Business School
    • Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach: PwC

    Why Learn Business Development?

    Business development focuses on expanding an organization’s reach through strategic planning, relationship building, and market analysis. It plays a key role in increasing revenue, entering new markets, and fostering innovation. Learning business development can help you strengthen analytical and interpersonal skills that support sustainable business growth.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Business Development

    Top courses include Business Strategy from the University of Virginia, Relationship Management and Business Development from Starweaver, and Business and Marketing Strategies from the University of London. These courses teach how to identify growth opportunities, build relationships, and develop strategic plans.‎

    Yes. Many business development courses offer a free audit option, which allows learners to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. To complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to identify market trends, manage relationships with partners and clients, and create strategies to drive growth. Some courses also cover negotiation, data analysis for decision-making, and digital tools for managing leads and customer pipelines.‎

    No prior business experience is required for most beginner-level courses. They start with the basics and provide step-by-step instruction. For learners with experience, there are also advanced courses on strategic partnerships and scaling operations.‎

    Yes. Business development is a critical function in any growing organization. Coursera courses can help you build practical skills, understand market dynamics, and develop a mindset for identifying and executing growth opportunities—whether you’re starting your career or looking to expand your expertise.‎

    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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