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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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    Coursera

    Spreadsheets for Beginners using Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Spreadsheet Software, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Excel Formulas, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Data Entry, Data Analysis, Data Compilation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.2K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Intro to Acoustics (Part 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Systems Of Measurement, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    143 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Emory University

    Math for MBA and GMAT Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Data Visualization, Business Mathematics, Descriptive Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Business Analytics, Excel Formulas, Statistical Analysis, Algebra, Calculus, Arithmetic, Business

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Lund University

    AI & Law

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Risk, Labor Law, Intellectual Property, Governance, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Public Administration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    747 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    Universidad Austral

    Introducción a la contabilidad: comienza tu emprendimiento.

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Accounting, Small Business Accounting, Accrual Accounting, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Bookkeeping, Entrepreneurial Finance, Investments, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    43 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    I

    IBM

    Statistical Analysis Fundamentals using Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Regression Analysis, Forecasting, Probability Distribution, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Analytics, Probability

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    130 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    National Academy of Sports Medicine

    Getting Started as a Personal Fitness Trainer

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Smart Goals, Health Assessment, Exercise Science, Preventative Care, Health And Wellness Coaching, Overcoming Obstacles, Public Health, Health Promotion, Motivational Skills, Needs Assessment

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    176 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Algae

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Manufacturing and Production, Food and Beverage, Sustainable Design, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceuticals, Environment and Resource Management, Biology, Taxonomy, Environmental Science, Microbiology, Process Engineering, Laboratory Testing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    É

    École Polytechnique

    Fundamentals of waves and vibrations

    Skills you'll gain: Vibrations, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Mechanical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Numerical Analysis, Physics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    203 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Google Cloud

    Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Google Workspace, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization, Version Control, Collaborative Software, Data Management, Data Analysis Software, Data Sharing, Data Import/Export

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    676 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Levels of Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Physiology, Cell Biology, Biology, Chemistry, Medical Terminology, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    112 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    L&T EduTech

    A Practitioner's Approach to Power Distribution & Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Control Systems, Electric Power Systems, Low Voltage, High Voltage, Electrical Equipment, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Safety, Three-Phase, HVAC, Basic Electrical Systems, Mechanical Design, Wiring Diagram, Schematic Diagrams, Construction, Civil Engineering, Safety Standards, Technical Standard

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    221 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Spreadsheets for Beginners using Google Sheets: Coursera
  • Intro to Acoustics (Part 1): Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • Math for MBA and GMAT Prep: Emory University
  • AI & Law : Lund University
  • Introducción a la contabilidad: comienza tu emprendimiento.: Universidad Austral
  • Statistical Analysis Fundamentals using Excel: IBM
  • Getting Started as a Personal Fitness Trainer: National Academy of Sports Medicine
  • Introduction to Algae: University of California San Diego
  • Fundamentals of waves and vibrations: École Polytechnique
  • Google Sheets: Google Cloud

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