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    London Business School

    Fundamentals of Financial Analysis

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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Financial Analysis - Skills for Success

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Financial Accounting, Variance Analysis, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Performance Measurement, Management Accounting, Return On Investment, Revenue Forecasting, Financial Management, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Cost Management, Financial Data, Budgeting, Finance, Accounting, Business Valuation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    454 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Financial Modeling Starbucks: Analyze & Forecast

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Operating Expense, Financial Statement Analysis, Revenue Forecasting, Business Metrics, Business Valuation, Financial Statements, Cash Flow Forecasting, Income Statement, Working Capital, Trend Analysis, Depreciation, Balance Sheet, Cash Flows

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Financial Accounting: Master Core Concepts & Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Equities, Revenue Recognition, Working Capital, Balance Sheet, Standard Accounting Practices, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting, Financial Statements, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Corporate Finance, Corporate Accounting, Case Studies, Accrual Accounting, Gross Profit, Finance

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Equity Capital Markets: Analyze & Forecast IPOs

    Skills you'll gain: Equities, Capital Markets, Investment Banking, Business Valuation, Financial Modeling, Global Marketing, Market Share, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Market Dynamics, Financial Statements, International Finance, Financial Regulations, Underwriting, Fundraising

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Investment Banking: Financial Analysis and Valuation

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Investment Banking, Financial Forecasting, Business Valuation, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Mergers & Acquisitions, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Corporate Finance, Forecasting, Cash Flows, Benchmarking

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Python and Statistics for Financial Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Pandas (Python Package), Probability & Statistics, Risk Analysis, Financial Trading, Financial Data, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Financial Analysis, Jupyter, Probability Distribution, Python Programming, Data Visualization

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Yale University

    Financial Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Investment Banking, Risk Management, Financial Market, Financial Regulation, Financial Services, Finance, Business Risk Management, Securities (Finance), Capital Markets, Behavioral Economics, Banking, Corporate Finance, Governance, Insurance, Underwriting, Derivatives, Market Dynamics, Mortgage Loans

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera Instructor Network

    Financial Analysis: Portfolios, Risks, Strategic Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Risk Management, Financial Management, Wealth Management, Finance, Financial Market, Investments, Financial Planning, Business Strategies, Financial Analysis, Asset Management, Market Dynamics, Quantitative Research

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    University of Pennsylvania

    Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Return On Investment, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Capital Budgeting, Financial Statements, Financial Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Business Modeling, Income Statement, Risk Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Business Mathematics, Corporate Finance, Spreadsheet Software, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Financial Analysis of Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Revenue Forecasting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Financial Data, Cash Flows, Accounting, Business Valuation, Capital Expenditure, Finance

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Intuit

    Financial Statement Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Reconciliation, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Analysis, Business Metrics, General Accounting, Cash Flows, Sales Tax, Accounts Payable, Equities, Payroll

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Fundamentals of Financial Analysis : London Business School
  • Financial Analysis - Skills for Success: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Financial Modeling Starbucks: Analyze & Forecast: EDUCBA
  • Financial Accounting: Master Core Concepts & Analysis: EDUCBA
  • Equity Capital Markets: Analyze & Forecast IPOs: EDUCBA
  • Investment Banking: Financial Analysis and Valuation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Python and Statistics for Financial Analysis: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Financial Markets: Yale University
  • Financial Analysis: Portfolios, Risks, Strategic Decisions: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts: University of Pennsylvania

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Evaluation (10)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Financial Analysis

Browse the financial analysis courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

  • Fundamentals of Financial Analysis: London Business School
  • Investment Banking: Financial Analysis and Valuation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Financial Analysis: Portfolios, Risks, Strategic Decisions: Coursera Instructor Network
  • Python and Statistics for Financial Analysis: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Financial Analysis of Organizations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Financial Analysis - The "Why?": University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Financial Statement Analysis: Intuit
  • Python for Data Science, AI & Development: IBM‎

Coursera's Financial Analysis courses provide learners with a toolkit for analyzing financial data:

  • Techniques for reading and interpreting financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
  • Skills in quantitative financial analysis, including ratio analysis, forecasting, and valuation models.
  • Understanding of the principles of corporate finance, investment strategies, and risk management.
  • Application of statistical tools and software commonly used in financial analysis.
  • Knowledge of global financial markets and the factors that influence them.
  • Best practices for communicating financial insights and recommendations to stakeholders.‎

Yes. You can start learning financial analysis on Coursera for free in two ways:

  • Preview the first module of many financial analysis courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
  • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in financial analysis, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

Financial Analysis courses on Coursera are designed for learners at various stages of their career or education:

  • Beginners can start with foundational courses that introduce basic financial concepts and tools.
  • Those with some background in finance can deepen their understanding of advanced analysis techniques and financial modeling.
  • Advanced learners can explore specialized topics such as mergers and acquisitions analysis or complex investment strategies.‎

Upon completing Financial Analysis courses, learners can obtain credentials that may enhance their professional profile:

  • Professional certificates that may demonstrate a foundational understanding and practical skills in financial analysis.
  • Specializations that focus on comprehensive areas of financial analysis, potentially enhancing both knowledge and application skills.
  • Certificates that that may demonstrate proficiency of specialized expertise in financial analysis.‎

Acquiring skills in financial analysis can open doors to a variety of roles within the finance sector:

  • Financial Analyst, assessing company financials and market trends to guide investment decisions.
  • Corporate Financial Planner, developing strategies to manage company finances effectively.
  • Investment Analyst, analyzing investment opportunities and providing recommendations.
  • Risk Analyst, evaluating financial risks and determining how to manage them.
  • Financial Consultant, providing expert financial advice to businesses and individuals.‎
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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