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Finance 101 Courses

Finance 101 courses can help you learn budgeting, financial analysis, investment strategies, and risk management. You can build skills in interpreting financial statements, conducting market research, and evaluating investment opportunities. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for financial modeling, QuickBooks for accounting, and various financial analysis software, showing how these skills are applied in real-world financial decision-making.

Popular Finance 101 Courses and Certifications


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    EDUCBA

    Technical Trading: Reversal Patterns Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Market Trend, Risk Management, Financial Trading, Trend Analysis, Risk Analysis, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Verification And Validation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Starweaver

    Strategic Forecasting & Risk Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Explainable AI (XAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Incident Management, Governance, Incident Response, Data Governance, Compliance Management, Policy Development, Risk Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Risk Management Framework, Supplier Risk Management, Artificial Intelligence, Model Training, Statistical Methods, Analysis, Data Science, Model Optimization, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Methods, Python Programming

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Excel Simulation & Forecasting Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Excel Formulas, Simulation and Simulation Software, Financial Forecasting, Simulations, Excel Macros, Business Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Risk Analysis, Financial Modeling, Analysis, Risk Modeling, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Validation, Automation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Mindware: Critical Thinking for the Information Age

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Data Analysis, Deductive Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Experimentation, Critical Thinking, Data Literacy, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Science and Research, Research Design, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Cognitive flexibility, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Forecasting, Adaptability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automating Work with Google Workspace Flows

    Skills you'll gain: Workflow Management, Google Workspace, Process Design, Business Process Automation, Business Workflow Analysis, Process Analysis, Automation, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Compliance Auditing, Compliance Reporting, Document Management, Business Process Improvement, Compliance Management, Governance, Auditing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Financial Modeling for Pharma Stock Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Forecasting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Pharmaceuticals, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Pharmaceutical Sales, Fixed Asset, Working Capital, Business Valuation, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Balance Sheet, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Investment Management, Cash Flow Forecasting, Cash Flows, Depreciation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SkillUp

    Fair Lending, Inclusion, and Employment Responsibilities

    Skills you'll gain: Compliance Management, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Training, Compliance Reporting, Interactive Learning, Labor Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Business Ethics, Customer Communications Management, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Workplace inclusivity, Banking Services, Risk Management Framework, Fraud detection, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Risk Management, Community Development, Diversity and Inclusion, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Verbal Communication Skills

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    INSEAD

    Blockchain Revolution in Financial Services

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Digital Assets, FinTech, Business Planning, Plan Execution, Ledgers (Accounting), Agentic systems, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategies, Business Strategy, Strategic Decision-Making, Payment Systems, Governance, Financial Inclusion, Financial Services, Strategic Partnership, Financial Regulation, Work Breakdown Structure, Design Elements And Principles, Cryptography

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Accounting for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Accounting, General Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Fixed Asset, Revenue Management, Equities, Decision Making

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Equity Valuation and Portfolio Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Equities, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Tax Management, Tax Planning, Financial Market, Private Equity, Investments, Market Trend, Market Data, Business Valuation, Financial Analysis, Market Analysis, Operational Analysis, Financial Trading, Return On Investment, Trend Analysis, Income Tax, Performance Analysis

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción a las finanzas

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Data, Working Capital, Financial Analysis, Finance, Financial Management, Financial Controls, Cash Management, Accounts Receivable, Balance Sheet, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Entrepreneurial Finance, Financial Planning, Business Planning, Cash Flows

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular finance 101 courses

  • Technical Trading: Reversal Patterns Mastery: EDUCBA
  • Strategic Forecasting & Risk Management: Starweaver
  • Explainable AI (XAI): Edureka
  • Excel Simulation & Forecasting Techniques: EDUCBA
  • Mindware: Critical Thinking for the Information Age : University of Michigan
  • Automating Work with Google Workspace Flows: Coursera
  • Financial Modeling for Pharma Stock Analysis: EDUCBA
  • Fair Lending, Inclusion, and Employment Responsibilities: SkillUp
  • Blockchain Revolution in Financial Services: INSEAD
  • Accounting for Decision Making: University of Michigan

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