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: Power Platform Architecture & Technical Design, Business Workflow Analysis, Process Analysis, Process Mapping, Business Process Improvement, Functional Requirement, Enterprise Architecture, Business Process, Solution Architecture, Microsoft Power Platform, Requirements Analysis, Enterprise Modeling, Requirements Elicitation, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing Architecture, Digital Transformation, Microsoft Azure, User Requirements Documents, Planning, Risk Mitigation
Beginner · 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

Michigan State University
Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Business Planning, Business Modeling, Entrepreneurship, Verification And Validation, Milestones (Project Management), Business Development, Business Strategies, Financial Forecasting, Financial Modeling, New Business Development, Plan Execution, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights
★ 4.5 (186) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Tax Planning, Tax Management, Tax Returns, Tax Compliance, Income Tax, Variance Analysis, Analysis, Tax, Tax Laws, Excel Formulas, Workflow Management, Anomaly Detection, Project Documentation, Report Writing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, AI Product Strategy, Data Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Responsible AI, Business Transformation, Technology Strategies, Digital Transformation, AI Security, Enterprise Architecture, Organizational Change, Risking, Culture Transformation, Feasibility Studies, Workforce Planning, Resource Allocation, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Process Mapping, Data Governance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Scope Management, Project Schedules, Project Scoping, Scheduling, Requirements Management, Resource Allocation, Project Planning, Resource Planning, Project Documentation, Project Management, Solution Delivery, Resource Utilization, Project Controls, Product Requirements, Work Breakdown Structure, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Dependency Analysis
★ 4.4 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Resource Allocation, Operations Management, Operational Analysis, Problem Management, Operations, Resource Management, Coordinating, Budget Management, Project Coordination, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Milestones (Project Management), Cost Management, Operational Performance Management, Project Planning, Operational Efficiency, Project Schedules, Microsoft Copilot, Process Analysis, Budgeting
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Business Planning, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Business Ethics, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Intelligence, Strategic Marketing, Strategic Communication, Organizational Strategy, Market Intelligence, Market Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, Customer Analysis, Market Research, Smart Goals, Goal Setting, Stakeholder Communications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 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: Product Planning, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Product Strategy, Product Marketing, Marketing, New Product Development, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Business Planning, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Management, Marketing Operations, Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Promotional Strategies, Consumer Behaviour, Business Strategies, Decision Making, Value Propositions, Strategic Decision-Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Agile Software Development, Sprint Planning, Product Roadmaps, Agile Product Development, Project Management Life Cycle, User Story, Agile Methodology, Sprint Retrospectives, Scrum (Software Development), Project Coordination, Product Requirements, Team Management, Release Management, Backlogs, Team Oriented, Team Building, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Quality Management, Project Risk Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Quality Assurance, Test Data, Test Case, Root Cause Analysis, Prompt Engineering, Regression Testing, Software Quality Assurance, Test Script Development, Test Tools, Test Planning, Test Execution Engine, Prompt Engineering Tools, Generative AI Agents, Software Testing, Dashboard, Scenario Testing, Requirements Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Science, Information Technology
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months