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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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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Evolution of Video Editing Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Post-Production, Storyboarding, Editing, Video Production, Animations, Storytelling, Writing and Editing, Music, Typography, Creative Problem-Solving, Communication, Creativity

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Math for AI beginner part 1 Linear Algebra

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Artificial Intelligence, Applied Mathematics, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Mathematical Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Financial Management for Churches

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Reporting, Accounting, Budgeting, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Financial Planning, Asset Management, Tax, Investment Management, Tax Compliance, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Fundraising

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Foundational Mathematics for AI

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Linear Algebra, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Statistics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Probability, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Integral Calculus, Algebra, Machine Learning Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidade de São Paulo

    Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana

    Skills you'll gain: Respiration, Mental Health, Psychiatry, Psychology, Behavioral Health, Health Care, Human Development, Biology, Neurology, Physiology, Cultural Diversity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Google Sheets, Financial Analysis, Quantitative Research, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Securities (Finance), Probability & Statistics

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Population Health: Responsible Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Probability & Statistics, Data Collection, R Programming, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data Cleansing, Medical Privacy, Data Quality, Data Security

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Advanced Business Analysis: Elicitation & Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Requirements Elicitation, User Story, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Financial Analysis, Requirements Management, Business Process Modeling, Process Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Interviewing Skills, Focus Group, Analysis, Collaboration, Verification And Validation, Communication

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Minnesota

    Matrix Factorization and Advanced Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Algorithms, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Mathematics for Engineers: The Capstone Course

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Engineering Analysis, Finite Element Methods, Mechanical Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Differential Equations, Calculus, Plot (Graphics)

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Electrónica Básica y Circuitos Integrados Lineales

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Power Electronics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Materials science

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Campus BBVA

    The ABC of sustainability

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Social Justice, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Environment and Resource Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Finance, Economics, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Critical Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • The Evolution of Video Editing Techniques: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Math for AI beginner part 1 Linear Algebra: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Financial Management for Churches: Duke University
  • Foundational Mathematics for AI: Johns Hopkins University
  • Biologia do Sono e Saúde Humana: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets: Coursera
  • Population Health: Responsible Data Analysis: Universiteit Leiden
  • Advanced Business Analysis: Elicitation & Analysis: Starweaver
  • Matrix Factorization and Advanced Techniques: University of Minnesota
  • Mathematics for Engineers: The Capstone Course: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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