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      Intuit

      Intuit Academy Bookkeeping

      Skills you'll gain: Reconciliation, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Inventory Accounting, Payroll, Bookkeeping, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Payroll Administration, Inventory Control, Payroll Processing, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Depreciation, Fixed Asset, Payroll Tax, Property Accounting, Financial Analysis, Sales Tax, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      7.3K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • N

      New York University

      Machine Learning and Reinforcement Learning in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Derivatives, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Markov Model, Regression Analysis, Deep Learning, Market Liquidity, Financial Services

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      814 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Stocks and Bonds

      Skills you'll gain: Market Data, Finance, General Finance, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Investments, Equities, Investment Management, Capital Markets, Business Mathematics, Cash Flows

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      404 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      Interactive Brokers

      ESG Investing: Financial Decisions in Flux

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Investment Management, Financial Market, Investments, Financial Data, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Business Ethics, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Issue, Capital Markets, Risk Analysis, Governance, Financial Services, Fixed Asset, Financial Analysis, Data Collection, Equities, Due Diligence

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      118 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of London

      Business and Marketing Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Design, Business Operations, Operational Excellence, Marketing Planning, Manufacturing Operations, Strategic Marketing, Process Mapping, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Operational Efficiency, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Business Ethics, Global Marketing, Social Sciences, International Relations, Environmental Issue, Business Management, Culture

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      338 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • N

      New York Institute of Finance

      Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Financial Trading, Deep Learning, Portfolio Management, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Software, Applied Machine Learning, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Financial Market, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      3.5
      Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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      239 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • M

      Michigan State University

      How to Start Your Own Business

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Intellectual Property, Value Propositions, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Planning, Design Thinking, Ideation, Innovation, Income Statement, Entrepreneurship, Customer Acquisition Management, Business Modeling, Product Development, Balance Sheet, Market Opportunities, New Product Development, Creative Thinking, Resource Allocation, Lean Methodologies, Open Mindset

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Management

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Working Capital, Revenue Recognition, Financial Statements, Credit Risk, Accrual Accounting, Financial Analysis, Investments, Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Financial Statement Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Accounting, Bookkeeping, Financial Management, Income Statement, Business Ethics, Finance, Return On Investment, Portfolio Management

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6.8K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free
      P

      Princeton University

      Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Cryptography, Encryption, Payment Systems, FinTech, Application Security, Digital Assets, Network Protocols, Data Mining, Transaction Processing, Data Storage, Distributed Computing, Emerging Technologies, Scripting, Public Affairs, Market Dynamics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • N

      New York Institute of Finance

      Supply Chain Finance and Blockchain Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Working Capital, Supply Chain Management, Supplier Relationship Management, Blockchain, FinTech, Supply Chain, Cash Flows, Procurement, Customer Analysis, Financial Market, Market Trend, Transaction Processing, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Supplier Management, Risk Modeling, Stakeholder Management, Program Implementation, Commercial Banking, Emerging Technologies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      371 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • I

      Indian School of Business

      Design your own trading strategy – Culminating Project

      Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Data Collection, Financial Trading, Project Design, Portfolio Management, Securities Trading, Business Planning, Financial Market, Market Analysis, Strategic Thinking, Investment Management, Performance Analysis, Equities

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      102 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 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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      447 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping: Intuit
    • Machine Learning and Reinforcement Learning in Finance: New York University
    • Stocks and Bonds: University of Michigan
    • ESG Investing: Financial Decisions in Flux: Interactive Brokers
    • Business and Marketing Strategies: University of London
    • Reinforcement Learning for Trading Strategies: New York Institute of Finance
    • How to Start Your Own Business: Michigan State University
    • Financial Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Bitcoin and Cryptocurrency Technologies: Princeton University
    • Supply Chain Finance and Blockchain Technology: New York Institute of Finance

    Skills you can learn in Finance

    Investment (23)
    Market (economics) (20)
    Stock (18)
    Financial Statement (14)
    Financial Accounting (13)
    Modeling (13)
    Corporate Finance (11)
    Financial Analysis (11)
    Trading (11)
    Evaluation (10)
    Financial Markets (10)
    Pricing (10)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Trading

    Trading courses on Coursera equip learners with important skills for participating in various markets:

    • Fundamental and technical analysis to evaluate securities and market conditions.
    • Strategies for trading stocks, commodities, forex, and other financial instruments.
    • Risk management techniques to minimize losses and optimize returns.
    • Use of trading platforms and tools for market analysis and trade execution.
    • Psychological aspects of trading, including how to manage emotions and maintain discipline.
    • Legal and regulatory environment of trading in global markets. ‎

    Trading courses on Coursera accommodate learners of all backgrounds:

    • Beginners can start with courses that introduce the basics of trading and financial markets.
    • Intermediate learners can delve into specific trading strategies and analytical techniques.
    • Advanced traders can refine their skills with in-depth studies of market theories, algorithmic trading, and portfolio management.

    Courses are tailored to help individuals enhance their understanding and performance in trading activities. ‎

    Participants in Trading courses on Coursera can earn several types of credentials, which can support their professional growth:

    • Certificates of completion that can be used to enhance your resume or professional profiles.
    • Professional certificates that verify your expertise in particular trading disciplines.
    • Specializations that provide detailed knowledge in areas like algorithmic trading, market analysis, or derivatives.

    These credentials, while enriching your educational background, can also help in demonstrating your commitment and expertise to current or potential employers. ‎

    Acquiring skills through Trading courses can open up opportunities in various financial sectors:

    • Trader, actively buying and selling stocks, bonds, or other assets.
    • Financial Analyst, analyzing data to make investment recommendations.
    • Risk Manager, assessing and mitigating financial risks for trading firms.
    • Broker, facilitating trading transactions for clients and offering advice.
    • Quantitative Analyst, developing complex models to predict market movements.

    These roles utilize the analytical, strategic, and technical skills developed through trading courses, contributing to professional capabilities in financial markets.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including trading. 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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