Financial planning and analysis courses can help you learn budgeting, forecasting, variance analysis, and financial modeling. You can build skills in interpreting financial statements, conducting scenario analysis, and making data-driven recommendations for business strategy. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for financial modeling, Tableau for data visualization, and various software for performance management, all of that support analyzing financial data and supporting strategic decision-making.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Algebra, Numerical Analysis
★ 4.5 (190) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Computational Logic, Computer Architecture, Hardware Design, Hardware Architecture, Memory Management, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Electronic Components, Diagram Design, Data Storage, Data Storage Technologies, Algorithms
★ 4.5 (132) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Database Software, Database Management, Database Theory, Data Warehousing, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Database Administration, Data Visualization Software, Star Schema, Dashboard Creation, Linux Commands, Unix, Data Integrity, Unit Testing, Algorithms, Analytics, Database Architecture and Administration, Software Versioning, Command-Line Interface
★ 4.6 (7.7K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sterilization, Biological Engineering, Microbiology, Process Control, Cell Cultures, Production Process, Biochemistry, Scalability, Manufacturing Processes, Process Development, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Sterile Procedure, Equipment decontamination
★ 4.7 (340) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Market Trend, Financial Trading, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Financial Market, Trend Analysis, Securities Trading, Risk Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Dynamics, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Banking, Risk Management Framework, Bank Regulations, Legal Risk, Operational Risk, Financial Regulation, Risk Management, Commercial Banking, Financial Controls, Risk Control, Business Risk Management, Regulatory Compliance, Portfolio Risk, Compliance Management, Lending and Underwriting, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Internal Controls, Business
★ 4.8 (19) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainability Standards, Sustainable Systems, Sustainable Development, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Sustainable Business, Consulting, Product Lifecycle Management, Environment, Analysis
★ 4.7 (111) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Project Management Software, Data Entry, Goal Setting, Dashboard, Timelines, Project Coordination, Coordinating, Risk Analysis, Project Management, Capacity Planning, Workflow Management, Project Scoping, Project Performance, Trend Analysis, Resource Allocation, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Management, Analytics, Business
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Vocabulary, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Critical Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Arithmetic, Problem Solving, Data Literacy, Grammar, Language Competency, English Language, Data Analysis, Literacy, Complex Problem Solving, Learning Strategies, Trend Analysis, Data Synthesis, Applied Mathematics, Algebra
★ 3.3 (15) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Retail Banking, Banking Services, Banking, Payment Systems, Mortgage Loans, Credit/Debit Card Processing, Lending and Underwriting, Consumer Lending, Fraud detection, Payment Processing, Merchant Services, Loans, Deposit Accounts, Financial Services, Credit Risk, Financial Systems, Business Mathematics, Financial Regulation, Payment Processing and Collection, Risk Control
★ 4.9 (10) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Bank Regulations, Financial Regulation, Risk Modeling, Risk Management Framework, Portfolio Risk, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Financial Regulations, Securities (Finance), Derivatives, Financial Market, Risk Management, Governance, Capital Markets, Legal Risk, Financial Systems, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business
★ 5 (10) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Accrual Accounting, Accruals, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Bookkeeping, Accounting Records, Accounting Software, Project Accounting, Financial Reporting, Expense Management, Accounting, Month End Closing, Small Business Accounting, Accounts Payable, Cost Management, Cost Accounting, Accounting and Finance Software, Financial Accounting, Equities
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks