Planning courses can help you learn project scheduling, resource allocation, risk management, and strategic goal setting. You can build skills in creating timelines, managing budgets, and assessing project feasibility. Many courses introduce tools like Gantt charts, Kanban boards, and project management software, which help you visualize progress and streamline workflows. You'll also explore methods for effective communication and collaboration, ensuring that all team members are aligned and informed throughout the planning process.

Skills you'll gain: Program Management, Program Implementation, Organizational Strategy, Project Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Benefits Administration, Risk Management Framework, Plan Execution, Strategic Planning, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Program Development, Portfolio Management, Change Management, Project Closure
★ 4.7 (55) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Budget Management, Variance Analysis, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Performance Measurement, Forecasting, Management Accounting, Return On Investment, Financial Data, Cash Flow Forecasting, Cost Management, Budgeting, Financial Modeling, Finance, Accounting, Financial Accounting
★ 4.7 (536) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Planning, Calendar Management, Follow Through, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Timelines, Time Management, Goal Setting, Project Planning, Organizational Skills, Goal-Oriented, Milestones (Project Management), Action Oriented, Project Schedules, Prioritization, Productivity, Persistence, Supervision, Accountability, Constructive Feedback, Personal Development
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pearson
Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Business Planning, Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Market Opportunities, Business Writing, Entrepreneurship, Persuasive Communication, Overcoming Objections, Financial Forecasting, Business Strategy, Target Market, Financial Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Cost Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Scoping, Work Breakdown Structure, Cost Estimation, Project Closure, Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Communications, Change Control, Project Controls, Cost Control, Scope Management, Project Risk Management, Project Schedules, Project Performance, Stakeholder Analysis, Budget Management, Project Management, Project Finance
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Workforce Planning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Workforce Development, Human Resource Strategy, Microsoft Copilot, People Analytics, Stakeholder Communications, Plan Execution, Microsoft 365, Presentations, Return On Investment, Change Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Microsoft Power Platform, Financial Analysis, Organizational Change, Microsoft Office, Leadership Development, Corporate Strategy, Business
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Google Ads, Email Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Order Fulfillment, Paid media, Social Media Management, Online Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Performance Measurement, Spreadsheet Software, Client Services, Campaign Management, E-Commerce, Loyalty Programs, Marketing, Web Presence, Interviewing Skills
★ 4.8 (51K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Requirements Management, Earned Value Management, Scope Management, Scheduling, Work Breakdown Structure, Project Controls, Project Scoping, Project Performance, Resource Planning, User Requirements Documents, Performance Metric, Performance Measurement, Change Control, Project Management, Management Reporting, Requirements Analysis, Project Management Software, Calendar Management, Project Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Ledgers (Accounting), Prompt Engineering, Tax Planning, Tax Management, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Auditing, Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Tax Compliance, Generative AI, Cash Flow Forecasting, Fraud detection, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Responsible AI, Financial Auditing, Financial Data, Artificial Intelligence, Risk Management
★ 4.3 (292) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Project Management Life Cycle, Change Management, Project Management, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure, Program Management, Project Planning, AI Enablement, Strategic Thinking
★ 4.9 (102K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Sage Publications
Skills you'll gain: Research Methodologies, Research Design, Science and Research, Research, Planning, Timelines, Ability To Meet Deadlines, Organizational Skills, Data Collection, Writing, Supervision, Time Management, Report Writing, Editing, Research Reports, Writing and Editing, Constructive Feedback, Proofreading
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Project Planning, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Plan Execution, Project Scoping, Timelines, Cost Estimation, Vendor Management, Subcontracting, Risk Management, Change Requests, Procurement, Supplier Management, Project Estimation, Contract Management, Project Performance, Engineering Management, Issue Tracking, Budget Management
★ 4.8 (315) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks