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      Corporate Finance Institute

      Analyzing Growth Drivers & Business Risks

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Risk Analysis, Financial Modeling, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Business Strategy, Growth Strategies, Business Strategies, Business Analysis, Analysis, Business Risk Management, Market Share, Competitive Intelligence, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Planning

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Relational database systems

      Skills you'll gain: Database Systems, Relational Databases, Database Management, SQL, Databases, Database Design, Database Architecture and Administration, Information Systems, MySQL, Data Modeling, Transaction Processing, Information Systems Security, Performance Tuning, Conceptual Design

      4.4
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      National University of Singapore

      Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Presentations, Survey Creation, Persuasive Communication, Cultural Diversity, Intercultural Competence, Verbal Communication Skills, Meeting Facilitation, Interpersonal Communications, Business Writing, Business Communication, Public Speaking, Organizational Structure, Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Business Correspondence, Professional Networking, Social Skills, Professional Development, Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Investment Banking: M&A and Initial Public Offerings

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Financial Analysis, Capital Markets, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Valuation, Financial Modeling, Due Diligence, Negotiation

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      87 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Social Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Project Scoping, Entrepreneurship, Sustainable Development, Feasibility Studies, Socioeconomics, Customer Analysis, Target Audience, Stakeholder Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Business Operations, Market Opportunities, New Business Development, Ideation, Research, Financial Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      403 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan

      Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Meal Planning And Preparation, Goal Setting, Self-Discipline, Stress Management, Smart Goals, Behavior Management, Exercise Science, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      578 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Minnesota

      Medical Technology and Evaluation

      Skills you'll gain: Payment Systems, Medical Devices, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medical Equipment, Cost Benefit Analysis, Clinical Trials, Health Technology, Clinical Data Management, Program Evaluation, Pharmaceuticals, Health Policy, Risk Analysis, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Care, Regulatory Affairs, Stakeholder Analysis, Probability & Statistics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      290 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Crea y diseña productos digitales en Canva

      Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Design, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Product Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Digital Assets, Intellectual Property, Web Analytics, Graphic Design, Journals, Marketing

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      426 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      SkillUp

      Get Started with Presentation Applications: PowerPoint

      Skills you'll gain: Productivity Software, Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Collaborative Software, Microsoft 365, Editing, Data Visualization, File Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      156 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress

      Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Web Analytics, Web Content, Keyword Research, Information Architecture, Content Management, Marketing, Analytics, Web Design, Web Development

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      788 reviews

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      LearnQuest

      Artificial Intelligence Algorithms Models and Limitations

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Data Ethics, Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Collection, Risk Modeling, AI Product Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Computational Thinking, Economic Development, Economics

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      485 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian School of Business

      Design your own trading strategy – Culminating Project

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Data Collection, Financial Trading, Project Design, Portfolio Management, Business Planning, Financial Market, Market Analysis, Market Trend, Investment Management, Performance Analysis, Equities

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Analyzing Growth Drivers & Business Risks: Corporate Finance Institute
    • Relational database systems: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Effective Communication in the Globalised Workplace: National University of Singapore
    • Investment Banking: M&A and Initial Public Offerings: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Social Entrepreneurship: University of Pennsylvania
    • Designing Your Personal Weight Loss Plan: Case Western Reserve University
    • Medical Technology and Evaluation: University of Minnesota
    • Crea y diseña productos digitales en Canva: Coursera Project Network
    • Get Started with Presentation Applications: PowerPoint: SkillUp
    • Increase SEO Traffic with WordPress: Coursera Project Network

    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.

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