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      Intel

      An Introduction to Practical Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Computer Vision, Machine Learning Methods, Generative AI, Applied Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Scalability, Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, Performance Tuning

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
      ·
      149 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Inversiones en los mercados de capitales

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investments, Financial Market, Financial Trading, Risk Management, Market Liquidity, Asset Management, Financial Modeling, Capital Markets, Risk Analysis, Equities, Return On Investment, Derivatives, Fixed Asset

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      أساسيات الموازنة التخطيطية الفعالة

      Skills you'll gain: Budgeting, Budget Management, Operating Budget, Cost Management, Business Planning, Financial Planning, Forecasting, Expense Management, Cash Flow Forecasting

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      15 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Crear un Informe Financiero con Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Financial Statements, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Income Statement, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, General Ledger, Accounting and Finance Software

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Michigan State University

      Structure: Building the Frame for Business Growth

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Intellectual Property, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Business Planning, Balance Sheet, Organizational Structure, Business Strategies, Team Management, Cash Flows, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Recruitment Strategies

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      153 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      محاسبة الأوراق المالية القابلة للتداول

      Skills you'll gain: Securities (Finance), Accounting, Financial Market, Financial Trading, Investments, Equities, Technical Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Analyze Apple's Stock and Financials with Bloomberg Terminal

      Skills you'll gain: Market Data, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Data, Equities, Financial Analysis, Data Analysis, Accounting and Finance Software, Financial Modeling, Technical Analysis, Business Analysis, Real Time Data

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      33 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      طرق تقييم الشركات | Business Valuation Approaches

      Skills you'll gain: Business Valuation, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Investment Management, Accounting, Business Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Competitive Analysis, Financial Modeling, Cash Flows

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Yonsei University

      Financial Analysis for Startups

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Planning, Cash Flows, Business Valuation, Asset Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      112 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      المحاسبة عن حقوق المساهمين

      Skills you'll gain: Equities, Balance Sheet, Securities (Finance), Financial Accounting, Accounting, Investments, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Alfaisal University | KLD

      المؤشرات الاقتصادية | Economic Indicators

      Skills you'll gain: Economic Development, Performance Analysis, Economics, Business Economics, International Finance, Market Data, Business Valuation, Equities, Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Financial Policy

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Tesla Stock Price Prediction using Facebook Prophet

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Market Data, Financial Forecasting, Applied Machine Learning, Trend Analysis, Financial Analysis, Google Sheets, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Manipulation

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      137 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • An Introduction to Practical Deep Learning: Intel
    • Inversiones en los mercados de capitales: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • أساسيات الموازنة التخطيطية الفعالة: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Crear un Informe Financiero con Microsoft Excel: Coursera Project Network
    • Structure: Building the Frame for Business Growth: Michigan State University
    • محاسبة الأوراق المالية القابلة للتداول: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Analyze Apple's Stock and Financials with Bloomberg Terminal: Coursera Project Network
    • طرق تقييم الشركات | Business Valuation Approaches: Alfaisal University | KLD
    • Financial Analysis for Startups: Yonsei University
    • المحاسبة عن حقوق المساهمين: Alfaisal University | KLD

    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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