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      University of Pennsylvania

      Ethical Decision-Making in a Social World

      Skills you'll gain: Business Ethics, Personal Integrity, Professionalism, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Honesty, Organizational Leadership, Decision Making, Empathy, Emotional Intelligence, Social Skills, Leadership, Compassion, Influencing, Sociology, Social Sciences, Psychology, Behavioral Economics, Cognitive flexibility, Compliance Management

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Fundamentos de Inteligência Artificial para Finanças

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Predictive Analytics, FinTech, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Machine Learning, Digital Transformation, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Business Transformation, Finance, Accounting, Financial Services, Data Science

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Microsoft

      High Performing PMOs

      Skills you'll gain: Project Management Office (PMO), Program Management, Change Management, Organizational Change, Project Portfolio Management, Project Management, Corporate Sustainability, Resource Management, Agile Methodology, Project Performance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Illinois Tech

      Financial Statement Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Inventory Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Income Statement, Financial Data, Cash Flows, Balance Sheet, Accounting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Forecasting, Working Capital, Trend Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Y

      Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru

      Value and Business Decision Making

      Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Decision Making, Risk Analysis, Business Valuation, Strategic Decision-Making, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Capital Budgeting, Stakeholder Management, Finance, Business Ethics, Return On Investment, Corporate Sustainability, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Create Digital Products with Visme

      Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Marketing Design, Digital Design, Creative Design, Graphic Design, Marketing Materials, Presentations, Organizational Skills, Data Sharing, User Accounts

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free
      Free
      A

      Amazon Web Services

      AWS FinOps - Creating Cloud Business KPIs (Unit Economics)

      Skills you'll gain: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Performance Measurement, Performance Metric, Business Metrics, Amazon Web Services, Return On Investment, Organizational Effectiveness, Cloud Platforms, Operating Cost

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • R

      Rice University

      Finances pour les professionnels non financiers

      Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Business Valuation, Finance, Financial Modeling, Return On Investment, Financial Statements, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Risk Analysis, Working Capital, Investments

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI

      Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Sustainability Reporting, Needs Assessment, Program Evaluation, Performance Reporting, Stakeholder Management, Socioeconomics, Project Scoping, Social Sciences, Goal Setting, Project Performance, Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Environment and Resource Management, Data Collection

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

      Applied Math for Materials Science and Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Engineering Calculations, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Engineering Analysis, General Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Derivatives

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Planejamento Estratégico e Finanças Estratégicas

      Skills you'll gain: Organizational Strategy, Corporate Strategy, Financial Analysis, Business Strategy, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Strategic Decision-Making, Performance Measurement, Return On Investment, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Investments, Business Valuation, Risk Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      9 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Algorithmic Trading

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Financial Trading, Market Data, Portfolio Management, Technical Analysis, Financial Market, Market Trend, Real Time Data, Investment Management, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Applied Machine Learning, Risk Management

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Ethical Decision-Making in a Social World: University of Pennsylvania
    • Fundamentos de Inteligência Artificial para Finanças: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • High Performing PMOs: Microsoft
    • Financial Statement Applications: Illinois Tech
    • Value and Business Decision Making: Yunus Social Business Fund Bengaluru
    • Create Digital Products with Visme: Coursera Project Network
    • AWS FinOps - Creating Cloud Business KPIs (Unit Economics): Amazon Web Services
    • Finances pour les professionnels non financiers: Rice University
    • How to Conduct a Social Impact Assessment with SROI: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Applied Math for Materials Science and Engineering: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Investment

    Understanding why you want to learn about investing and investments, whether to secure your financial future or grow capital, can motivate you. Regular practice in researching and evaluating investment opportunities is essential. Join communities such as Reddit’s r/investing to learn from others’ experiences. Work on real projects like creating a mock portfolio to track your strategies. Financial Market by Yale University is an excellent resource to gain foundational knowledge.‎

    Investment courses cover a range of topics essential for understanding and making informed investment decisions. These include the basics of financial markets, asset classes, and investment strategies. Learners will explore topics such as portfolio management, risk assessment, and financial analysis. Advanced courses might cover areas like real estate investment, derivatives, behavioral finance, and the use of investment tools and platforms. Practical exercises and case studies help learners apply these concepts to real-world investment scenarios.‎

    Choosing the right investment course depends on your current knowledge level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the fundamentals of investing, including market basics, asset classes, and simple investment strategies. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on advanced investment techniques, portfolio management, and financial analysis. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on specific investment areas like real estate, derivatives, or preparing for certifications such as CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst). Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in investment can open up various career opportunities in the finance and investment sectors. Common roles include investment analyst, portfolio manager, financial advisor, and asset manager. These positions involve analyzing investment opportunities, managing investment portfolios, advising clients on investment strategies, and assessing financial risks. With the growing importance of investment knowledge in personal and professional finance, earning an investment certificate can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as banking, asset management, financial planning, and real estate.‎

    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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