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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

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Debugging, Numerical Analysis, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Programming Principles, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Simulations, Code Review, Spreadsheet Software, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Computer Programming, File I/O, Mathematical Modeling, Automation, Algorithms, Data Validation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Edureka

    Introduction to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO)

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Content Performance Analysis, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Search Engine Optimization, Responsible AI, Performance Measurement, Web Analytics and SEO, Keyword Research, Content Creation, AI Personalization, Lead Generation, Metadata Management, Content Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Video Content Creation in Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Video Editing, Canva (Software), Video Production, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Digital Content, Animations, Multimedia, Storytelling, Typography, Branding, Data Import/Export, Drive Engagement

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Alex Genadinik

    Front-End Web Development With Replit AI - Vibe Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Vibe coding, Generative AI Agents, AI Workflows, Agentic systems, Email Automation, AI Orchestration, Search Engine Optimization, Inside Sales, Web Analytics, Prompt Engineering, Development Environment, Application Deployment, Front-End Web Development, Debugging

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Jira Project Configuration and Visibility

    Skills you'll gain: Jira (Software), Configuration Management, Issue Tracking, Project Management Software, Stakeholder Communications, System Configuration, Governance, Project Coordination, Dashboard, Stakeholder Management, Kanban Principles, Process Improvement, Organizational Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Financial Management Graduate Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Process Improvement, Fund Accounting, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Statement Analysis, Management Accounting, Risk Management, Machine Learning Algorithms, Corporate Tax, Team Leadership, Social Determinants Of Health, Marketing Analytics, Financial Auditing, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Business Strategy, Variance Analysis, Generative AI, Financial Market

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    Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

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    New York Institute of Finance

    Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Operational Risk, Portfolio Risk, Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Business Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Risk Mitigation, Financial Market, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Appetite, Risk Control, Risk Analysis, Derivatives, Governance, Portfolio Management, Capital Markets, Financial Analysis, Market Data, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Blender Geometry Nodes for Beginners - Foliage Scatter

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Agentic AI Content for Practitioners (Teams: Finance)

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Change, Agentic Workflows, AI Enablement, Generative AI Agents, Workflow Management, Predictive Analytics, Cash Management, Responsible AI, Performance Tuning, Fraud detection, Accounting and Finance Software, Financial Reporting

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Segment and Validate Your Live Marketing Data

    Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Target Audience, Campaign Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Effectiveness, Performance marketing, Data Validation, Real Time Data, Customer Insights, Trend Analysis, Data Quality, Anomaly Detection, Benchmarking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    Effective Management

    Skills you'll gain: Team Management, Team Leadership, Leadership and Management, People Management, Team Building, Staff Management, Team Motivation, Teamwork, Delegation Skills, Conflict Management, Leadership, Communication, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Communications, Leadership Development, Business Leadership, Employee Coaching, Creative Problem-Solving, Coaching, Personal Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Get Started with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Python Programming, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Scripting, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Algorithms, Debugging

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Generative Engine Optimization (GEO): Edureka
  • Video Content Creation in Canva: Coursera
  • Front-End Web Development With Replit AI - Vibe Coding: Alex Genadinik
  • Jira Project Configuration and Visibility: Coursera
  • Financial Management Graduate Certificate: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • Risk Management: New York Institute of Finance
  • Blender Geometry Nodes for Beginners - Foliage Scatter: Packt
  • Agentic AI Content for Practitioners (Teams: Finance): Coursera
  • Segment and Validate Your Live Marketing Data: Coursera

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