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      New York University

      Fundamentals of Machine Learning in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Reinforcement Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Correlation Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Portfolio Management, Python Programming, Artificial Neural Networks, Jupyter

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      338 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Corporate Finance Institute

      Economics for Capital Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Trading, Financial Market, Market Data, Economics, Capital Markets, Market Dynamics, Financial Policy, Market Trend, Banking, Investment Management, Forecasting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      New York University

      Reinforcement Learning in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Derivatives, Markov Model, Financial Modeling, Securities Trading, Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Market Dynamics, Machine Learning, Estimation

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      134 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidad Austral

      Cómo Invertir en Cripto

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Digital Assets, Investments, Financial Trading, Blockchain, Portfolio Management, Market Trend, Financial Analysis, Market Data, Asset Management, FinTech, Trend Analysis, Data Mining, Operating Cost, Operating Expense, Risk Management, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      113 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Public Goods, Common Resources, and Externalities

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Supply And Demand, Market Analysis, Economics, Resource Allocation, Environmental Issue, Public Policies

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free
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      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentals of Business Finance, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Small Business Accounting, Accounting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Business Planning, Financial Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      China’s Economic Transformation Part 1: Economic Reform and Growth in China

      Skills you'll gain: International Relations, Economic Development, International Finance, Fiscal Management, Economics, Financial Systems, Socioeconomics, Global Marketing, Governance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Growth Strategies, Investments

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      198 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidade Estadual de Campinas

      Processamento Digital de Sinais - Amostragem

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, Simulations, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, Mathematical Modeling, Electronics Engineering, Systems Of Measurement, Technical Analysis, Applied Mathematics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      209 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      المالية لغير الخبراء الماليين

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Business Planning, Financial Statements, Cost Management, Balance Sheet, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Reporting, Income Statement, Financial Management, Accounting

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      76 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Free Trial
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      Università di Napoli Federico II

      Market Microstructure

      Skills you'll gain: Market Liquidity, Securities Trading, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Equities, Market Data, Technical Analysis, Financial Regulation, Order Processing, Algorithms

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      London Business School

      Fundamentals of Financial Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Financial Accounting, Return On Investment, Investments, Cash Flows, Asset Management

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      New York Institute of Finance

      Introduction to Supply Chain Finance & Blockchain Technology

      Skills you'll gain: Working Capital, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Cash Flows, Blockchain, FinTech, Commercial Banking, Supplier Management, Performance Measurement, Financial Systems, Finance, Banking, Market Opportunities

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      296 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Fundamentals of Machine Learning in Finance: New York University
    • Economics for Capital Markets: Corporate Finance Institute
    • Reinforcement Learning in Finance: New York University
    • Cómo Invertir en Cripto: Universidad Austral
    • Public Goods, Common Resources, and Externalities: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Fundamentals of Business Finance, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs
    • China’s Economic Transformation Part 1: Economic Reform and Growth in China: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Processamento Digital de Sinais - Amostragem: Universidade Estadual de Campinas
    • المالية لغير الخبراء الماليين: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Market Microstructure: Università di Napoli Federico II

    Why Learn Trading?

    Trading involves buying and selling financial assets—like stocks, currencies, or commodities—with the goal of making a profit based on market movements. It plays a central role in global finance and requires knowledge of risk, strategy, and timing. Learning trading can help you build practical skills to navigate markets and make more informed financial decisions.

    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

    Top trading-related courses include Practical Guide to Trading from Interactive Brokers, Trading Strategies in Emerging Markets from the Indian School of Business, and Financial Markets from Yale University. These courses cover stock trading, market analysis, risk management, and behavioral finance.‎

    Yes. Many trading courses offer a free audit option, which allows you to access video lessons and reading materials at no cost. If you want to earn a certificate or complete graded assignments, you’ll need to upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how financial markets work, how to evaluate assets, and how to use technical indicators and charts to make informed trading decisions. Some courses also explore portfolio diversification, trading psychology, and tools like algorithmic trading or backtesting strategies.‎

    Not at all. Many beginner-friendly courses explain market fundamentals and trading concepts step by step. If you’re looking for more advanced strategies or tools, Coursera also offers intermediate and expert-level courses.‎

    Yes. While trading involves risk and requires ongoing learning, Coursera’s trading courses can help you build foundational knowledge, understand key concepts, and develop a disciplined approach to investing or short-term trading. Certificates can also enhance your resume if you’re pursuing finance-related roles.‎

    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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