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    Business development courses can help you learn how to identify growth opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and drive long-term value for organizations.

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    Find the Best Business Development Course for Your Goals

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      Microsoft

      Work Smarter with Microsoft Word

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Microsoft Word, Collaborative Software, Document Management, Microsoft Windows, Data Sharing, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, File Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Using Basic Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis, Business Mathematics, Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Pennsylvania

      The Business of Health Care

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Financial Data, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Health Care Administration, Health Care, People Management, Leadership and Management, Health Disparities, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Decision Making, Organizational Change, Financial Modeling, Balance Sheet, Health Informatics, Health Systems, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Insurance

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

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Developing a Marketing Mix for Growth

      Skills you'll gain: Integrated Marketing Communications, Product Strategy, Product Lining, Marketing Planning, Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Product Lifecycle Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing Channel, Promotional Strategies, Brand Strategy, Brand Management, Consumer Behaviour, Writing

      Build toward a degree

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      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      729 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Arizona State University

      Business English: Marketing and Sales

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Presentations, Persuasive Communication, English Language, Marketing Materials, Advertising, Selling Techniques, Verbal Communication Skills, Influencing, Data Visualization, Business Correspondence, Presentations, Communication, Public Speaking, Consultative Selling, Communication Strategies, Brainstorming, Focus Group

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      684 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Washington

      Introduction to Public Speaking

      Skills you'll gain: Public Speaking, Peer Review, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, Persuasive Communication, Constructive Feedback, Non-Verbal Communication, Organizational Skills, Composure, Stress Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Scrum Master Certification

      Skills you'll gain: User Story, Kanban Principles, Backlogs, Behavior-Driven Development, Scaled Agile Framework, Sprint Planning, Agile Software Development, Test Driven Development (TDD), Agile Project Management, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, DevSecOps, DevOps, Risk Management, Agile Methodology, Program Management, Agile Product Development, Project Risk Management, Sprint Retrospectives, Management Reporting, Scrum (Software Development)

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

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      Skillshare

      Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams

      Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Time Management, Telecommuting, Collaboration, Productivity, Professional Development, Digital Communications, Communication, Communication Strategies, Stress Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Creativity In Business and Other Disciplines

      Skills you'll gain: Creativity, Creative Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Brainstorming, Ideation, Innovation, Problem Solving, Architectural Design, Design Thinking, Culture, Artificial Intelligence, Liberal Arts, Game Design, Entrepreneurship, Customer Insights, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Marketing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

      Skills you'll gain: Java, Debugging, Java Programming, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Processing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Programming Principles, Problem Solving, Data Analysis, Solution Design, Data Manipulation, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Career Readiness & Leadership Skills in the Modern Workplace

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Executive Presence, Interviewing Skills, Business Ethics, Emotional Intelligence, Interpersonal Communications, Business Leadership, Collaboration, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empathy, Leadership Development, Relationship Management, Leadership, Adaptability, Verbal Communication Skills, Leadership and Management, Professional Networking, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Communication

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      911 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Case Western Reserve University

      Inspired Leadership

      Skills you'll gain: Coaching, Employee Coaching, Leadership Development, Active Listening, Emotional Intelligence, Negotiation, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Influencing, Strategic Leadership, Personal Development, Business Leadership, Stakeholder Engagement, Positivity, Compassion, Leadership and Management, Drive Engagement, Empathy, Empowerment, Visionary

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Work Smarter with Microsoft Word: Microsoft
    • Using Basic Formulas and Functions in Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • The Business of Health Care: University of Pennsylvania
    • Developing a Marketing Mix for Growth: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Business English: Marketing and Sales: Arizona State University
    • Introduction to Public Speaking: University of Washington
    • Scrum Master Certification: LearnQuest
    • Personal & Professional Development: Digital Norms for Teams: Skillshare
    • Creativity In Business and Other Disciplines: University of Pennsylvania
    • Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software: Duke University

    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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