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Financial Planning And Analysis Courses

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.

Popular Financial Planning And Analysis Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Data Analysis Using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Data Science, Data Cleansing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, Data Integration, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, NumPy, Data Quality, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Histogram, Python Programming

    ★ 4.5 (431) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Advanced Data Analysis and Collaboration in Qlik Sense

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Presentation, Data Transformation, Data Sharing, Embeddings

    ★ 4.9 (16) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    US GAAP Accounting & Financial Reporting Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Revenue Recognition, Financial Statement Analysis, Non-Profit Accounting, Technical Accounting, Balance Sheet, Fund Accounting, Income Statement, Cash Flows, Expense Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Contract Accounting, Financial Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Inventory Accounting, Intercompany Accounting, Financial Data, Accounting

    ★ 4.7 (60) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Analysis of Shallow Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Civil Engineering, Construction, Construction Engineering, Finite Element Methods, Engineering Calculations, Simulation and Simulation Software, Laboratory Testing

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Excel Financial Modeling Mastery: In-Depth Training

    Skills you'll gain: Bookkeeping, Variance Analysis, Dashboard, Budget Management, Financial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Dashboard Creation, Financial Statement Analysis, Excel Macros, Microsoft Excel, Competitive Analysis, Risk Modeling, Interviewing Skills, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Reporting, Data Visualization

    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Analysis for Business Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Business Systems, Business Analysis Tools, Process Flow Diagrams, User Requirements Documents, Data Modeling, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Business Process Modeling, Diagram Design, Process Modeling, Feasibility Studies, Decision Making

    ★ 4.8 (581) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Starweaver

    Gen AI Sales Forecasting and Marketing Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Intelligence, Data-Driven Decision-Making, ChatGPT, AI Integrations, Analysis, Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Process Optimization, Automation, Visualization (Computer Graphics)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Applied Bayesian Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Markov Model, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics), Machine Learning, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Real Estate Finance & Credit Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Lending and Underwriting, Real Estate, Property and Real Estate, Commercial Lending, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Project Finance, Income Statement, Credit Risk, Financial Modeling, Commercial Real Estate, Financial Analysis, Real Estate Sales, Cash Flow Forecasting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Loans, Lease Contracts, Cash Flows, Risk Analysis, Cost Estimation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Software Testing and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Cucumber (Software), Software Testing, Selenium (Software), Gherkin (Scripting Language), JUnit, Verification And Validation, Test Automation, Unit Testing, Security Testing, Regression Testing, Test Case, Software Development Tools, Testability, White-Box Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Code Coverage, Performance Testing, Development Testing, Test Engineering

    ★ 4.2 (1K) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Estimating and Bidding in Construction

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Estimating, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Blueprint Reading, Architectural Drawing, Cost Estimation, Building Information Modeling, Project Estimation, Risk Management, Project Risk Management, Architecture and Construction, Cost Management, Technical Drawing, Engineering Drawings, Construction Management, Estimation, Bidding, Construction, Risk Analysis, Presentations, Business Communication

    ★ 4.3 (17) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Introduction to Data, Signal, and Image Analysis with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Visualization, Image Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Machine Learning Methods, Matlab, Applied Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Digital Signal Processing, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Mathematical Software, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Scripting

    ★ 4.6 (235) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular financial planning and analysis courses

  • Data Analysis Using Python: University of Pennsylvania
  • Advanced Data Analysis and Collaboration in Qlik Sense : Coursera
  • US GAAP Accounting & Financial Reporting Mastery: EDUCBA
  • Analysis of Shallow Foundation: L&T EduTech
  • Excel Financial Modeling Mastery: In-Depth Training: Coursera
  • Analysis for Business Systems: University of Minnesota
  • Gen AI Sales Forecasting and Marketing Analysis: Starweaver
  • Applied Bayesian Data Analysis: University of Pittsburgh
  • Real Estate Finance & Credit Analysis: EDUCBA
  • Software Testing and Automation: University of Minnesota

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