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    • U

      University of California, Irvine

      Fundamentals of Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Accounting, Cash Flows, Financial Forecasting, Income Statement, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Finance, Expense Management, Budgeting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Business Metrics, Entrepreneurial Finance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      167 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • C

      California Institute of the Arts

      Making Money as a Freelancer

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Data, Budget Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Small Business Accounting, Accounting, Price Negotiation, Revenue Forecasting, Business Planning, Budgeting, Financial Planning, Financial Management, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Expense Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      171 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Product Cost and Investment Cash Flow Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Estimation, Cost Management, Financial Modeling, Investment Management, Risk Management, Finance, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Planning, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, Business Mathematics, Return On Investment, Cash Flows, Product Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      79 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • E

      EDHEC Business School

      The Finance of Climate Change

      Skills you'll gain: Project Finance, Finance, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Finance, Corporate Sustainability, Financial Modeling, Financial Regulation, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Cash Flows

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      111 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      U

      Universidad Austral

      Finanzas para emprendedores

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Entrepreneurial Finance, Balance Sheet, Gross Profit, Financial Data, Finance, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Accounting, Business Metrics, Business Valuation, Corporate Finance, Return On Investment, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cash Management, Working Capital

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      财务会计概论(中文版)

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Income Statement, Cash Flows, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Accrual Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP)

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      83 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      قائمة الميزانية وقائمة الدخل

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Income Statement, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Budgeting, Cash Flows

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Taxation of Business Entities II: Pass-Through Entities

      Skills you'll gain: Partnership Accounting, Tax Compliance, Tax Returns, Income Tax, Corporate Tax, Tax Laws, Tax Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Organizational Structure, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      88 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Financial Management for Product Leaders

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Modeling, Proposal Writing, Corporate Finance, Business Metrics, Balance Sheet, Business Valuation, Entrepreneurial Finance, Internal Communications, Financial Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Project Finance, Return On Investment, Financial Forecasting, Product Management, Presentations, Cash Flows, Innovation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      Universidad de Palermo

      Contabilidad como Herramienta Gerencial

      Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Cost Management, Cost Accounting, Accounting, Budgeting, Cash Flows, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Business Metrics, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      207 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      محاسبة الممتلكات والمنشآت والمعدات

      Skills you'll gain: Depreciation, Fixed Asset, Asset Management, Property Accounting, Expense Management, Capital Expenditure, Accounting, Business Valuation, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Reporting, International Financial Reporting Standards

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Business Analytics and Information Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Data Presentation, Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Valuation, Data Quality, Asset Management, Information Management, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Big Data, Predictive Analytics, Management Information Systems, Data Strategy, Data Warehousing, Digital Assets, Data Science, Information Privacy, Data Governance

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      389 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Fundamentals of Finance: University of California, Irvine
    • Making Money as a Freelancer: California Institute of the Arts
    • Product Cost and Investment Cash Flow Analysis : University of Colorado Boulder
    • The Finance of Climate Change: EDHEC Business School
    • Finanzas para emprendedores: Universidad Austral
    • 财务会计概论(中文版): University of Pennsylvania
    • قائمة الميزانية وقائمة الدخل: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Taxation of Business Entities II: Pass-Through Entities: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Financial Management for Product Leaders: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Contabilidad como Herramienta Gerencial: Universidad de Palermo

    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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