SM
Reviewed Jun 21, 2020
prof marc badia explains each and every concept very crisply and also provides details understanding of each topics. I am really grateful to him for this course. Thank you very much Sir!!
Accounting: Principles of Financial Accounting
Financial Accounting, the language of business, is essential for anyone interacting with financial information. Whether you're a business owner, manager, or just starting your career, understanding financial statements is crucial. This course provides the fundamentals of financial accounting, empowering you to interpret financial statements like balance sheets and income statements for informed decision-making. You'll gain the conceptual base for further learning in accounting and finance. No prior experience is needed. Practice your skills using Microsoft Excel, a critical tool in finance and accounting. Understand the basics of accounting, improving your business and potentially unlocking free courses and certificate opportunities along the way.
Status: Financial Analysis
Status: Financial Reporting
BeginnerCourse13 hours
Featured reviews
MG
Reviewed Jun 11, 2022
I loved every bit of this course. I understood accounting very well. The whole course was very well organised and delivered. This will help me excel in my career. Thanks Prof Marc Badia
VK
Reviewed Nov 12, 2025
I would like to thank IESE Business School and all the instructors involved in creating this course. It was a comprehensive, yet concise, journey through all key business processes.
SF
Reviewed Mar 14, 2021
En primer lugar quiero darle las gracias a Marc Badia, por sus excelentes clases han sido de gran ayuda y gracias a coursera por proporcionar este gran curso en el que he aprendido mucho.
TV
Reviewed Apr 4, 2020
I enjoyed this course. I found the instruction very thorough. The practical applications made the concepts easy to understand and apply. The instructor was easy to listen to and follow along with.
FR
Reviewed Oct 30, 2021
Such a simple but impressive course. Really streghthen my views in basic accounting principles as an accounting student. Thank your Prof. Marc Badia, IESE Business School, and Coursera.
JS
Reviewed Nov 17, 2020
It's so amazing learning on this course, the discussions and activities are the best. The method of delivering the lesson using practical example helped me learn it more and effectively. Thank you!
TM
Reviewed Nov 21, 2020
It was a distinct and fruitful experience that added to me theoretical information with valuable and practical exercises based on basic accounting .I would thank the IESE and the profiessor .
WM
Reviewed Dec 9, 2018
This course is very good and give high information about accounting and how we understand and analysis the financial position of the organization. Time frame of this course is so short.
AS
Reviewed Oct 5, 2020
Its an Good course to know more about basic of Accounts, it will help u to learn more about basic and clear out issue regarding balance sheet. Income statement and financial statements.
MP
Reviewed Jun 9, 2021
Course material is contemporary and very learner friendly. The flexibility of contact time with the course content facilitates the busy schedule of the learner who is working fulltime.
SG
Reviewed Oct 13, 2020
Es un curso muy valioso para poder fomentar las bases del análisis contable sobre el funcionamiento en las empresas, tomo el curso desde Colombia y quedo muy satisfecho con el aprendizaje optenido.