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    • 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
      ·
      167 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      California Institute of the Arts

      Building Your Freelancing Career

      Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Business Planning, Competitive Analysis, Financial Data, Business Risk Management, Service Improvement, Tax Preparation, Business Process Automation, Budget Management, Business Strategy, Contract Management, Peer Review, Financial Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Small Business Accounting, Customer experience improvement, Sales Process, Client Services, Market Analysis, Team Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      389 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Infonomics II: Business Information Management and Measurement

      Skills you'll gain: Business Valuation, Data Quality, Asset Management, Information Management, Management Information Systems, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Intellectual Property, Organizational Structure, Legal Risk, Enterprise Architecture, Business Metrics, Accounting

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • K

      Kennesaw State University

      Customer Centricity as Competitive Advantage - Jagdish Sheth

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Retention, Customer Insights, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Relationship Management, Value Propositions, Innovation, Organizational Change, Cost Accounting, Organizational Structure, Business Transformation, Strategic Marketing, Consumer Behaviour

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      D

      Duke University

      Church Administration: Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Reporting, Meeting Facilitation, Accounting, Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Strategic Leadership, Prioritization, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Time Management, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Skills, Asset Management, Tax, Leadership and Management, Business Metrics, Culture, Organizational Leadership, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Indian School of Business

      A Beginner's Guide to Investing

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Portfolio Management, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Investments, Financial Trading, Cash Flows, Return On Investment, Financial Market, Risk Management, Market Dynamics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Infonomics I: Business Information Economics and Data Monetization

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Analytics, Asset Management, Business Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, Digital Assets, Information Management, Data Analysis, Big Data, Business Valuation, Data Strategy, Performance Measurement, Business Economics, Data Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Introducción a la Contabilidad Financiera

      Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Accrual Accounting, Accounting, Cash Flows, Ledgers (Accounting), General Accounting, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, Bookkeeping, Revenue Recognition, Equities, Depreciation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 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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      12 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

    • M

      Michigan State University

      Capstone - Launch Your Own Business!

      Skills you'll gain: Product Development, New Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Business Planning, Operations Management, Accounting, Small Business Accounting, New Business Development, Cash Management, Business Development, Commercial Laws, Digital Advertising, Financial Statements, Marketing, Business Strategy

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • A

      Alfaisal University | KLD

      الاحتيال في القوائم المالية | Fraud in Financial Statement

      Skills you'll gain: Auditing, Financial Statements, Anomaly Detection, Financial Reporting, Financial Controls, Financial Auditing, Annual Reports, Business Ethics, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Corporate Finance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Operational Risk, Internal Controls

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Project Valuation and the Capital Budgeting Process: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Building Your Freelancing Career: California Institute of the Arts
    • Infonomics II: Business Information Management and Measurement: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Customer Centricity as Competitive Advantage - Jagdish Sheth: Kennesaw State University
    • Church Administration: Finance: Duke University
    • A Beginner's Guide to Investing: Indian School of Business
    • Infonomics I: Business Information Economics and Data Monetization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Introducción a la Contabilidad Financiera: University of Pennsylvania
    • قائمة الميزانية وقائمة الدخل: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • محاسبة الممتلكات والمنشآت والمعدات: Alfaisal University | KLD

    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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