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    Learn financial modeling techniques for business planning and analysis. Understand how to build and interpret financial models using Excel and other tools.

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      The University of Melbourne

      Essentials of Corporate Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Corporate Finance, Financial Management, Accounting, Financial Systems, Financial Modeling, Investments, Capital Markets, Market Liquidity, Balance Sheet, Derivatives, Financial Market, Income Statement, Financial Data, Business Valuation, International Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Budgeting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.9K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Imperial College London

      Statistical Analysis with R for Public Health

      Skills you'll gain: Analytical Skills, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, R Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Software, Biostatistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Public Health, Probability & Statistics, Epidemiology, Statistical Modeling

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Econometrics: Methods and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Econometrics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Statistical Modeling, Statistics, Predictive Analytics, Probability, Linear Algebra, Peer Review

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Università Bocconi

      Financing and Investing in Infrastructure

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Risk Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Investments, Loans, Contract Management, Banking

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Georgia Institute of Technology

      Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading

      Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Civil Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Laboratory Testing, Engineering Design Process

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.5K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Alberta

      Object-Oriented Design

      Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, Unified Modeling Language, Software Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Java, Maintainability, Software Architecture, Android Development, Technical Design, Conceptual Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Analysis of Scenarios and Decisions

      Skills you'll gain: Variance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Management Accounting, Return On Investment, Financial Management, Cost Management, Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, Accounting, Operational Analysis, Performance Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      PwC

      Data Visualization with Advanced Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Graphing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Modeling, Databases, Data Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The University of Tokyo

      From the Big Bang to Dark Energy

      Skills you'll gain: Physics, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Mathematical Modeling, Chemistry

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.6K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDHEC Business School

      Investment Management with Python and Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Text Mining, Asset Management, Network Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Machine Learning Methods, Financial Data, Unstructured Data, Predictive Modeling, Web Scraping, Machine Learning, Advanced Analytics, Financial Statements, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Santa Cruz

      Bayesian Statistics: From Concept to Data Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Data Analysis, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Probability Distribution, R Programming, Regression Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      A Crash Course in Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Data Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Design, Performance Metric, Software Engineering, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Inference

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular financial modeling courses

    • Essentials of Corporate Finance: The University of Melbourne
    • Statistical Analysis with R for Public Health: Imperial College London
    • Econometrics: Methods and Applications: Erasmus University Rotterdam
    • Financing and Investing in Infrastructure: Università Bocconi
    • Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading: Georgia Institute of Technology
    • Object-Oriented Design: University of Alberta
    • Financial Analysis of Scenarios and Decisions: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Data Visualization with Advanced Excel: PwC
    • From the Big Bang to Dark Energy: The University of Tokyo
    • Investment Management with Python and Machine Learning: EDHEC Business School

    Skills you can learn in Finance

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    Market (economics) (20)
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    Financial Accounting (13)
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    Corporate Finance (11)
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    Trading (11)
    Evaluation (10)
    Financial Markets (10)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Financial Modeling

    Financial modeling courses on Coursera cover a range of essential skills including:

    • Building and interpreting financial models for business valuation
    • Techniques for forecasting, budgeting, and financial analysis
    • Using Excel and more advanced tools like Python for financial calculations and modeling
    • Cash flow analysis, risk assessment, and scenario planning
    • Understanding financial statements and extracting relevant data
    • Investment banking and corporate finance fundamentals
    • Modeling for mergers and acquisitions, and other corporate transactions
    • Real estate and project finance modeling‎

    No prior finance experience is required to begin with beginner financial modeling courses. The curriculum is structured to accommodate learners at different levels:

    • Beginners can start with the fundamentals of financial statements and simple modeling techniques.
    • Intermediate learners can advance to complex models and financial forecasting.
    • Advanced professionals can focus on specialized finance sectors and intricate transaction modeling.‎

    Financial modeling courses on Coursera offer several credential options:

    • Professional certificates that validate your financial modeling and analysis skills
    • Specialized course certificates in targeted areas like advanced valuation or financial forecasting
    • Certifications from top business schools and financial institutions
    • These certificates are valuable for bolstering your professional profile and demonstrating your expertise to employers or clients.‎

    Skills in financial modeling can open doors to various roles in finance and investment sectors including:

    • Financial Analyst
    • Investment Analyst
    • Corporate Financial Planner
    • Risk Manager
    • Portfolio Manager
    • Professionals in these roles use their financial modeling skills to make informed decisions, guide investment strategies, and support business operations effectively.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including financial modeling. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    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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