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Financial Accounting Courses

Financial accounting courses can help you learn key concepts such as balance sheets, income statements, cash flow analysis, and financial ratios. You can build skills in preparing financial reports, analyzing financial performance, and understanding regulatory compliance. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for financial modeling, QuickBooks for bookkeeping, and various accounting software that streamline the reporting process, making it easier to apply your knowledge in practical situations.


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Popular Financial Accounting Courses and Certifications


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    University of Michigan

    Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Entrepreneurship, Systems Thinking, Problem Solving, Needs Assessment, Self-Awareness, Case Studies, Empathy, Resilience, Cultural Responsiveness

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Skills for a Modern Entrepreneur or Business Owner

    Skills you'll gain: Value Propositions, Emotional Intelligence, Business Planning, Productivity, Financial Statements, Financial Acumen, User Research, Target Audience, Business Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Strategies, Customer Acquisition Management, Content Marketing, Financial Analysis, Branding, Market Research, Social Media Strategy, Adaptability, Digital Marketing, Data Visualization

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Lund University

    European Business Law: Doing Business in Europe

    Skills you'll gain: Labor Law, Arbitration, Environmental Laws, Case Law, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Labor Relations, Tax, Tax Laws, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Commercial Laws, Compliance Management, Business, Contract Management, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    C Programming: Getting Started - 1

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Software Documentation, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Debugging, Development Environment, Engineering Calculations

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    262 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Sustainability Reporting: From Regulation to Implementation

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Business Reporting, Data Storytelling, Compliance Reporting, Data Visualization, Performance Reporting, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Regulations, Stakeholder Communications, Strategic Communication, Business Ethics, Regulatory Requirements, Stakeholder Engagement, Risk Management, Finance, Investments

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Operations Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Operations, Operations Management, Business Operations, Inventory Management System, Operational Efficiency, Logistics, Internal Communications, Analysis, Working Capital, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Complex Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Commercial Laws, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurial Finance, Vendor Contracts, Legal Risk, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Contract Review, Business, Labor Law, Business Management, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Innovation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Legal Strategy

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    Dartmouth College

    Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Risk Analysis, Adaptability

    4.8
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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Mind and Machine

    Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Computational Thinking, Computer Vision, Game Theory, Image Analysis, Probability, Artificial Neural Networks, Mathematical Modeling, Behavioral Economics, Convolutional Neural Networks, Algorithms, Human Development, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Computer Graphics, Artificial Intelligence, Psychology, Human Learning, Deep Learning, Theoretical Computer Science

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    Sciences Po

    Entreprendre dans les Industries Culturelles à l'ère du numérique

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Business Leadership, Promotional Strategies, Business Modeling, New Business Development, Entrepreneurial Finance, Content Creation, Innovation, Digital Content, Digital Transformation, Consumer Behaviour, Business Economics, Intellectual Property, Marketing Strategies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    A prática da gestão de clubes e federações esportivas

    Skills you'll gain: Media Relations, Marketing, Business Management, Financial Management, Public Relations, Business Strategy, Event Management, Governance, Organizational Structure, Finance, Advertising Sales, Economics

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    275 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    ESSEC Business School

    L'investissement à impact, la finance qui change le monde

    Skills you'll gain: Due Diligence, Sustainable Development, Project Finance, Investments, Social Impact, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Investment Management, Proposal Development, Investment Banking, Entrepreneurship, Market Opportunities, Fundraising, Sustainable Business, Sales Presentations, Governance, Feasibility Studies, Needs Assessment, Stakeholder Engagement, Economic Development, Financial Analysis

    4.6
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Becoming a Social Entrepreneur: Getting Started: University of Michigan
  • Skills for a Modern Entrepreneur or Business Owner: Packt
  • European Business Law: Doing Business in Europe: Lund University
  • C Programming: Getting Started - 1: Dartmouth College
  • Sustainability Reporting: From Regulation to Implementation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Operations Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Legal Aspects of Entrepreneurship: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science: Dartmouth College
  • Mind and Machine: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Entreprendre dans les Industries Culturelles à l'ère du numérique: Sciences Po

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