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    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Wonders of Ancient Egypt

      Skills you'll gain: Art History, Ancient History, Culture, World History, Creativity, Anthropology, Timelines, Research Methodologies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University at Buffalo

      Improving Leadership & Governance in Nonprofit Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Governance, Peer Review, Consulting, Non-Profit Accounting, Performance Measurement, Meeting Facilitation, Leadership and Management, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Report Writing, Organizational Effectiveness, Leadership, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Organizational Change, Philanthropy, Change Management, Resource Management, Public Administration, Management Reporting

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      252 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Wharton Business and Financial Modeling Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Modeling, Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Investment Management, Business Modeling, Data Modeling, Business Analytics, Risk Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Regression Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      498 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Analysis of Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Revenue Forecasting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Data, Financial Modeling, Cash Flows, Equities, Business Valuation, Financial Planning, Capital Expenditure

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      117 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • W

      Workday

      Workday in Action Series

      Skills you'll gain: Workday (Software), Benefits Administration, Payroll Processing, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Human Capital, General Accounting, Business Process, Compensation Management, Payroll Administration, Human Resource Management, Workforce Management, Applicant Tracking Systems, Compensation and Benefits, Recruitment

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      80 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Manchester

      Managing Responsibly: Practicing Sustainability, Responsibility and Ethics

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Sustainability, Business Ethics, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Intercultural Competence, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Team Management, Team Oriented, Decision Making, Cultural Diversity, Systems Thinking, Organizational Change, Governance, Stakeholder Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      664 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Copenhagen

      Transformation of the Global Food System

      Skills you'll gain: Waste Minimization, Corporate Sustainability, Supply Chain, Systems Thinking, Environmental Resource Management, Environment, Environmental Science, Innovation, Nutrition and Diet, Public Policies, Small Business Accounting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      986 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      商务基础 (中文版)

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Operations Management, Return On Investment, Process Analysis, Financial Accounting, Business Operations, Operational Efficiency, Financial Reporting, Income Statement, Capital Budgeting, Business Process, Marketing, Finance, Financial Modeling, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Brand Management, Business Planning, Business Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      339 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Data & Finance for the future

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Business Analytics, Regression Analysis, Business Valuation, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Inference, Financial Accounting, Cash Flows, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Competitive Analysis, International Finance, Business Economics, Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Planning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      451 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Taxation of Business Entities I: Corporations

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Tax, Income Tax, Tax Laws, Liquidation, Tax Management, Tax Planning, Tax Compliance, Business Valuation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Expenditure, Organizational Structure, Consolidation

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      242 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IE Business School

      Pricing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Price Negotiation, Strategic Marketing, Product Strategy, Revenue Management, Market Dynamics, Marketing Psychology, Consumer Behaviour, Business Marketing, Customer Analysis, Cost Accounting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Customer Insights, Market Research, Competitive Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      University of Colorado System

      Researcher Management and Leadership Training

      Skills you'll gain: Performance Management, Mentorship, Budget Management, Team Management, Project Accounting, People Management, Leadership and Management, Recruitment, Leadership, Professional Development, Coaching, Compliance Management, Goal Setting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      393 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular accounting courses

    • Wonders of Ancient Egypt: University of Pennsylvania
    • Improving Leadership & Governance in Nonprofit Organizations: University at Buffalo
    • Wharton Business and Financial Modeling Capstone: University of Pennsylvania
    • Financial Analysis of Organizations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Workday in Action Series: Workday
    • Managing Responsibly: Practicing Sustainability, Responsibility and Ethics: University of Manchester
    • Transformation of the Global Food System: University of Copenhagen
    • 商务基础 (中文版): University of Pennsylvania
    • Data & Finance for the future: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Taxation of Business Entities I: Corporations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Why Learn Accounting?

    Accounting is the process of recording, analyzing, and reporting financial information to support sound decision-making. It’s a core function in every organization, essential for budgeting, compliance, and strategy. Learning accounting can help you understand how businesses operate and prepare you to contribute to financial planning and analysis across industries.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Accounting

    Popular accounting courses include the University of Illinois’s Fundamentals of Accounting , Introduction to Financial Accounting from the University of Pennsylvania, and courses offered by industry leaders like Intuit. You can find both beginner-level intros and more advanced topics like managerial accounting and financial reporting.‎

    Yes. Many accounting courses let you audit for free, which gives you access to lectures and reading materials. If you’d like to complete graded assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    Accounting courses cover core concepts like financial statements, balance sheets, debits and credits, and cash flow. Some courses also teach you how to use spreadsheets or accounting software, and how to apply accounting principles in business or tax settings.‎

    No prior experience is needed. Many Coursera courses start with the basics and build your understanding step by step, so you can learn at your own pace—even if you’re completely new to accounting.‎

    Yes. Accounting is a valuable skill for roles in finance, bookkeeping, auditing, and business management. A course or certificate from Coursera can help you build practical knowledge, demonstrate your skills, and prepare for job opportunities or further study.‎

    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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