Finance is for “Non-financial Managers” who want to understand key financial principles and apply them in a real-world context. Over the course of the program window, you will work your way through a series of nine modules that move from understanding basic financial principles to applying financial analysis and ratios to drive decisions. In addition, each module is capped with an ending self-evaluation to ensure that you have absorbed the following key learning objectives:
Finance for Non-Financial Managers
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.4
(432 reviews)
Intermediate level
Some related experience required
Flexible schedule
Approx. 11 hours
Learn at your own pace
94%
Most learners liked this course
Skills you'll gain
Details to know
Shareable certificate
Add to your LinkedIn profile
Assessments
15 assignments
Taught in English
See how employees at top companies are mastering in-demand skills
Earn a career certificate
Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile, resume, or CV
Share it on social media and in your performance review
There are 9 modules in this course
This module will introduce the professor and provide an overview of the course.
What's included
4 videos1 reading
This module will provide an overview of Financial Statements.
What's included
11 videos4 assignments5 discussion prompts
This module will teach the "How-to"s for common sizing and other techniques for the manipulation of financial documents.
What's included
9 videos2 assignments5 discussion prompts
This module will explain ratio analysis.
What's included
5 videos1 assignment3 discussion prompts
This module will discuss effective tax rates, valuation ratios, and management of assets.
What's included
6 videos1 assignment4 discussion prompts
This module will teach the time value of money.
What's included
7 videos4 assignments
This module will demonstrate a variety of investment decision techniques.
What's included
13 videos1 assignment1 discussion prompt
This module will teach cost of capital, including weighted average cost of capital, and risk management
What's included
7 videos2 assignments3 discussion prompts
This module will review at a high level various components of the course.
What's included
1 video
Instructor
Instructor ratings
4.6 (159 ratings)
Offered by
Recommended if you're interested in Finance
University of California, Irvine
University of Pennsylvania
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Why people choose Coursera for their career
Felipe M.
Learner since 2018
"To be able to take courses at my own pace and rhythm has been an amazing experience. I can learn whenever it fits my schedule and mood."
Jennifer J.
Learner since 2020
"I directly applied the concepts and skills I learned from my courses to an exciting new project at work."
Larry W.
Learner since 2021
"When I need courses on topics that my university doesn't offer, Coursera is one of the best places to go."
Chaitanya A.
"Learning isn't just about being better at your job: it's so much more than that. Coursera allows me to learn without limits."
Learner reviews
4.4
432 reviews
- 5 stars
61.34%
- 4 stars
24.07%
- 3 stars
9.49%
- 2 stars
3.47%
- 1 star
1.62%
Showing 3 of 432
YI
4
Reviewed on Jun 26, 2020
very nice and structured way to explain finance of a company. Website used and example of leading company makes it even more interesting an eye c
BP
5
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2025
Fantastic course and clearly explained. I truly enjoyed learning and will always give you credit for my Finance performance in the future!
JA
4
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2021
Course was largely engaging and very informative. Thank Prof Smith for sharing his valued expertise with you.......Most appreciated......
New to Finance? Start here.
Open new doors with Coursera Plus
Unlimited access to 10,000+ world-class courses, hands-on projects, and job-ready certificate programs - all included in your subscription
Advance your career with an online degree
Earn a degree from world-class universities - 100% online
Join over 3,400 global companies that choose Coursera for Business
Upskill your employees to excel in the digital economy
Frequently asked questions
Access to lectures and assignments depends on your type of enrollment. If you take a course in audit mode, you will be able to see most course materials for free. To access graded assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience, during or after your audit. If you don't see the audit option:
The course may not offer an audit option. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid.
The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.
When you purchase a Certificate you get access to all course materials, including graded assignments. Upon completing the course, your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile. If you only want to read and view the course content, you can audit the course for free.
You will be eligible for a full refund until two weeks after your payment date, or (for courses that have just launched) until two weeks after the first session of the course begins, whichever is later. You cannot receive a refund once you’ve earned a Course Certificate, even if you complete the course within the two-week refund period. See our full refund policy.
More questions
Financial aid available,