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    Find the Best Business Analysis Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Social Norms, Social Change I

      Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Surveys, Program Evaluation, Research

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      New York University

      Introduction to Cyber Attacks

      Skills you'll gain: Security Engineering, Threat Modeling, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Information Systems Security, Network Security, Computer Security, Malware Protection, Encryption, Data Integrity

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Davis

      The Growth Mindset

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Mindedness, Lifelong Learning, Positivity, Overcoming Obstacles, Professional Development, Organizational Change, Employee Engagement, Constructive Feedback, Adaptability, Resilience, Personal Development, Leadership Development, Self-Awareness, Collaboration

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Conflict Resolution Skills

      Skills you'll gain: Active Listening, Conflict Management, Social Skills, Interpersonal Communications, Mediation, De-escalation Techniques, Verbal Communication Skills, Tactfulness, Communication, Cooperation, Collaboration, Planning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Professional Skills for International Business

      Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Professionalism, Resource Allocation, Time Management, Prioritization, Organizational Skills, Verbal Communication Skills, Communication, LinkedIn, Stakeholder Management, Delegation Skills, Non-Verbal Communication, Business Relationship Management, Personal Attributes, Branding, Social Media

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      971 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Columbia University

      Introduction to Financial Engineering and Risk Management

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Derivatives, Financial Systems, Actuarial Science, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Financial Trading, Capital Markets, Financial Services, Securities Trading, Futures Exchange, Equities, Finance, Financial Modeling, Market Liquidity, Risk Modeling, Probability, Risk Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      282 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Politecnico di Milano

      Fundamentals of financial and management accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Capital Budgeting, Standard Accounting Practices, Cost Accounting, Income Statement, Bookkeeping, Cost Management, Cash Flows, Capital Expenditure, Depreciation, Decision Making

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      737 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • R

      Rice University

      Basic Data Descriptors, Statistical Distributions, and Application to Business Decisions

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Box Plots, Sampling (Statistics), Correlation Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      2.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Influencer Marketing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Strategy, Content Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Effectiveness, Digital Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Campaign Management, Return On Investment, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Drive Engagement, Marketing Budgets, Brand Awareness, Influencing, Customer Engagement, Marketing Analytics, Content Creation, Presentations, Target Audience

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      188 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Case Western Reserve University

      Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Compassion, Coaching, Organizational Change, Personal Development, Leadership, Resilience, Empathy, Self-Awareness, Stress Management, Positivity, Change Management, Mindfulness, Relationship Building

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.7K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • G

      Google

      Google Project Management (PT)

      Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Backlogs, Project Closure, Project Planning, Sprint Retrospectives, Project Scoping, Team Leadership, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Project Management, Communication Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Project Management, Project Management Software, Change Control, Project Controls, Project Schedules, Agile Methodology, Requirements Analysis, Change Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      2.5K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • R

      Rice University

      Leadership Development for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Conflict Management, Professional Networking, Team Motivation, Creative Problem-Solving, Team Management, Prioritization, Stress Management, Meeting Facilitation, Relationship Management, Goal Setting, Time Management, Relationship Building, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Self-Awareness, Communication, Professional Development, Mentorship, Teamwork, Leadership

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Social Norms, Social Change I: University of Pennsylvania
    • Introduction to Cyber Attacks: New York University
    • The Growth Mindset: University of California, Davis
    • Conflict Resolution Skills: University of California, Irvine
    • Professional Skills for International Business: University of London
    • Introduction to Financial Engineering and Risk Management: Columbia University
    • Fundamentals of financial and management accounting: Politecnico di Milano
    • Basic Data Descriptors, Statistical Distributions, and Application to Business Decisions: Rice University
    • Influencer Marketing Strategy: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Inspiring Leadership through Emotional Intelligence: Case Western Reserve University

    Why Learn Business Analysis?

    Business analysis is the process of identifying needs, uncovering insights, and recommending solutions that drive organizational improvement. It bridges the gap between data and decision-making across industries like finance, technology, and operations. Learning business analysis equips you to solve problems, support strategy, and contribute to smarter business outcomes.

    Skills you can learn in Business Strategy

    Modeling (25)
    Market (economics) (21)
    Plan (19)
    Planning (16)
    Strategic Management (16)
    Business Model (13)
    Operations Management (13)
    Analytics (12)
    Evaluation (12)
    Project Management (11)
    Supply Chain (10)
    Decision-making (9)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Business Analysis

    Top courses include Microsoft Business Analysis Fundamentals, CBAP training from the Starweaver, and Professional Certificate from IBM. You can learn core business analysis skills, tools, and techniques used in real-world roles.‎

    Yes. Many courses allow you to audit for free, giving you access to video lessons and readings. If you’d like to complete assignments and earn a certificate, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to gather and analyze data, identify business needs, model processes, and communicate insights to stakeholders. Courses often include training in tools like Excel, SQL, Tableau, or business process modeling techniques.‎

    No experience is required. Beginner-friendly courses are available and will walk you through the basics of business analysis, decision-making, and working with data.‎

    Yes. Business analysts are in demand across industries. Completing a course or certificate on Coursera can help you develop practical, job-ready skills and demonstrate your knowledge to employers through a portfolio or credential.‎

    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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