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Basic Accounting Courses

Basic accounting courses can help you learn financial statements, bookkeeping, budgeting, and tax preparation. You can build skills in analyzing financial data, managing cash flow, and understanding regulatory compliance. Many courses introduce tools like spreadsheets and accounting software, that support tracking expenses, generating reports, and ensuring accuracy in financial records.


Popular Basic Accounting Courses and Certifications


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    EDUCBA

    Embedded C Programming Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Embedded Software, Debugging, Embedded Systems, Integrated Development Environments, C (Programming Language), Development Environment, Electronic Hardware, Electronics, Software Development Tools, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals PL-900 Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Power BI, Dashboard, No-Code Development, Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Business Process Automation, Application Development, Data Integration, Performance Analysis, Application Design, Data Security, Generative AI Agents, Business Process, Microsoft Teams, Data Analysis Software, Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Systems Integration

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Introduction to Predictive Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Transformation, Trend Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods, Performance Metric

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Statistical Estimation for Data Science and AI

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Statistics, Artificial Intelligence

    Build toward a degree

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    88 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Preparing for AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals exam

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Microsoft Azure, No-Code Development, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Computing, Technology Strategies, Machine Learning, Test Planning, Data Science

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    機器人學一 (Robotics (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Torque (Physics), Mechanics, Automation Engineering, Robotic Process Automation, Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Spatial Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Minnesota

    Analytics for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Simulations, Operations Research, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Supply Chain, Probability, Predictive Modeling, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Workforce Management, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Business Mathematics, Process Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistics, Predictive Analytics

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Polynomials and Roots

    Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Advanced Mathematics, General Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Analytical Skills, Mathematical Modeling, Geometry, Graphing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Technion - Israel Institute of Technology

    Cracking the Creativity Code: Discovering Ideas

    Skills you'll gain: Ideation, Brainstorming, Innovation, Creative Problem-Solving, Creative Thinking, Creativity, Operations Management, Resourcefulness, Thought Leadership, Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Visionary, Curiosity, Solution Delivery, Presentations, Persistence

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft Power Platform

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Platform, No-Code Development, Data Integration, Database Management Systems, Data Modeling, Application Development, Case Studies, Business Intelligence, Business Solutions, Security Controls

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Feeding the World

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Food Safety and Sanitation, Nutrition and Diet, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Environment, Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Development, Pollution Prevention, Trend Analysis, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Economics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    How to Validate your Startup Idea

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Value Propositions, Income Statement, New Product Development, Business Modeling, Business Development, Market Opportunities, Investment Management, Lean Methodologies, Strategic Partnership, Persona Development, Customer Analysis, Presentations

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Embedded C Programming Essentials: EDUCBA
  • Microsoft Power Platform Fundamentals PL-900 Exam Prep: Microsoft
  • Introduction to Predictive Modeling: University of Minnesota
  • Statistical Estimation for Data Science and AI: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Preparing for AI-900: Microsoft Azure AI Fundamentals exam: Microsoft
  • 機器人學一 (Robotics (1)): National Taiwan University
  • Analytics for Decision Making: University of Minnesota
  • Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Polynomials and Roots: Johns Hopkins University
  • Cracking the Creativity Code: Discovering Ideas: Technion - Israel Institute of Technology
  • Introduction to Microsoft Power Platform: Microsoft

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