Business metrics courses can help you learn how to analyze key performance indicators, interpret financial statements, and assess operational efficiency. You can build skills in data visualization, forecasting trends, and conducting market analysis. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for data manipulation, Tableau for visual reporting, and Google Analytics for web performance tracking, allowing you to apply your skills in real business contexts.

Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Content Marketing, Persona Development, Content Strategy, Ideation, Copywriting, Needs Assessment, Research
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Legal Risk, Contract Management, Contract Review, Risk Mitigation, Contract Compliance, Procurement, Vendor Contracts, Purchasing, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Sourcing, Decision Making, Verification And Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Revenue Recognition, Accrual Accounting, Financial Statements, Accounting, Financial Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting Records, Inventory Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Cash Flows
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Expense Management, Travel Arrangements, Auditing, Accounts Payable, Accounting, Cost Control, Compliance Auditing, Compliance Management, Fraud detection, Decision Making, Document Management, Record Keeping, Verification And Validation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Bookkeeping, Accounting Records, Ledgers (Accounting), General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Balance Sheet, Record Keeping, Income Statement, Financial Statements
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: Agentic systems, Generative AI Agents, AI Workflows, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Emerging Technologies, Business Ethics, Social Impact, Problem Solving, Analysis, Business Planning
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Bookkeeping, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Accruals, Ledgers (Accounting), Month End Closing, Accrual Accounting, Accounting Software, General Ledger, Accounting Records, Accounting, General Accounting, Reconciliation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Budget Management, Accounting, Finance, Financial Planning
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: B2B Sales, Customer Engagement, Marketing Automation, LinkedIn, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Digital Media Strategy, AI Personalization, Personalized Service, Content Creation, Automation, Video Production
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting and Finance Software, Financial Data, Make.com, Financial Forecasting, Financial Management, Credit Risk, Generative AI, Financial Controls, Financial Analysis, Finance, Billing & Invoicing, Financial Auditing, Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, Accounting, Tax Compliance, Tax Management, Automation, No-Code Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Alex Genadinik
Skills you'll gain: Self-Discipline, Time Management, Stress Management, Resilience, Productivity, Personal Development, Persistence, Decisiveness, Mindfulness, Goal Setting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Solution Selling, Budget Management, Account Strategy, Productivity Software, Financial Management, Financial Data, Administrative Support, Negotiation, Sales Process, Business Ethics, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Contract Negotiation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Quality, Account Management, Microsoft Copilot, Content Management, Relationship Building, Consultative Approaches, Generative AI
Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months