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    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Federal Taxation II: Property Transactions of Business Owners and Shareholders

      Skills you'll gain: Depreciation, Property Accounting, Tax Laws, Income Tax, Tax Planning, Corporate Tax, Tax Compliance, Real Estate Transactions, Specialized Accounting, Capital Expenditure

      Build toward a degree

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • L

      London Business School

      Fundamentals of Financial Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Financial Accounting, Return On Investment, Investments, Cash Flows, Asset Management

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      34 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      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

    • R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Inventory Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Inventory Control Systems, Inventory Accounting, Inventory and Warehousing, Product Assortment, Financial Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Benchmarking, Operational Efficiency, Analysis, Analytics, Competitive Analysis, Data Analysis Software

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      245 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Finance of Mergers and Acquisitions: Designing an M&A Deal

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Business Valuation, Investment Banking, Price Negotiation, Capital Markets, Accounting, Corporate Tax, Corporate Strategy, Financial Modeling, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Strategic Planning, Financial Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
      ·
      54 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      IESE Business School

      Analysis of Business Problems

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Analysis, Organizational Effectiveness, Working Capital, Market Share, Strategic Decision-Making, Marketing, Business Management, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Business Strategy, Management Consulting, Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      148 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      EDHEC Business School

      Python and Machine-Learning for Asset Management with Alternative Data Sets

      Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Network Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Machine Learning Methods, Financial Data, Unstructured Data, Predictive Modeling, Web Scraping, Advanced Analytics, Financial Statements, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Asset Management, Python Programming, Investment Management, Data Analysis, Risk Analysis, Consumer Behaviour

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      231 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Análisis de Negocios con Estados Financieros

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Cash Flows, Cash Management, Working Capital, Accrual Accounting, Asset Management, Operating Expense, Equities

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      103 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Expenses in ProfitBooks

      Skills you'll gain: Expense Management, Small Business Accounting, Accounts Payable, Inventory Management System, Accounting and Finance Software, Payment Processing, Invoicing, Payroll Processing, Vendor Management, Cloud Security, Data Security, Order Processing, Purchasing

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • C

      Corporate Finance Institute

      Corporate Finance Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Valuation, Corporate Finance, Capital Markets, Securities (Finance), Investment Banking, Equities, Private Equity, Financial Modeling, Interviewing Skills, Financial Analysis, Underwriting

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Project Valuation and the Capital Budgeting Process

      Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Project Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Project Finance, Business Valuation, Depreciation, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Corporate Tax

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      168 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      U

      University of New Mexico

      Negocios Internacionales II

      Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, International Finance, International Relations, Intercultural Competence, Business Economics, Organizational Structure, Staff Management, Small Business Accounting, Business Management, Market Analysis, Economics, Cultural Diversity, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Market Dynamics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      533 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Federal Taxation II: Property Transactions of Business Owners and Shareholders: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Fundamentals of Financial Analysis : London Business School
    • Financial Analysis of Scenarios and Decisions: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Inventory Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Finance of Mergers and Acquisitions: Designing an M&A Deal: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Analysis of Business Problems: IESE Business School
    • Python and Machine-Learning for Asset Management with Alternative Data Sets: EDHEC Business School
    • Análisis de Negocios con Estados Financieros: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Expenses in ProfitBooks: Coursera Project Network
    • Corporate Finance Fundamentals: Corporate Finance Institute

    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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