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    Explore financial analysis techniques for evaluating business performance. Learn to use ratios, trend analysis, and financial modeling to make informed decisions.

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      London Business School

      Fundamentals of Financial Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Reporting, Return On Investment, Capital Budgeting, Cash Flows, Working Capital

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Analysis - Skills for Success

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Performance Measurement, Financial Analysis, Variance Analysis, Management Accounting, Finance, Return On Investment, Income Statement, Budgeting, Balance Sheet, Financial Management, Accounting, Financial Forecasting, Performance Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Organizational Strategy, Cost Accounting, Equities, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      436 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Investment Banking: Financial Analysis and Valuation

      Skills you'll gain: Business Valuation, Financial Analysis, Investment Banking, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cash Flows, Corporate Finance, Financial Forecasting, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Spreadsheet Software, Benchmarking, Forecasting

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      187 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Financial Analysis: Portfolios, Risks, Strategic Decisions

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Management, Risk Management, Investments, Financial Market, Financial Services, Financial Planning, Financial Regulation, Financial Analysis, Performance Measurement, Market Dynamics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      125 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Python and Statistics for Financial Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Risk Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Financial Trading, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Financial Analysis, Financial Data, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Pandas (Python Package), Market Trend, Python Programming, Data Manipulation

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Analysis of Organizations

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Forecasting, Accounting, Equities, Cash Flows, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Planning, Revenue Forecasting, Finance, Capital Expenditure

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Finance, Capital Budgeting, Financial Data, Return On Investment, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Risk Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Business Modeling, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Analysis, Cash Flows, Financial Modeling, Balance Sheet, Predictive Analytics, Google Sheets, Microsoft Excel, Corporate Finance

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      17K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Intuit

      Financial Statement Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Reconciliation, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Accounting, Performance Analysis, Equities, Bookkeeping, Sales Tax, Cash Flows, Payroll

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      699 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Financial Analysis - The "Why?"

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Finance, Accounting, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Balance Sheet, Business Valuation, Income Statement, Cash Flows, Equities, Risk Analysis, Securities (Finance), Organizational Structure

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      298 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Yale University

      Financial Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Investment Banking, Portfolio Management, Finance, Capital Markets, Financial Services, Corporate Finance, Derivatives, Investments, Financial Regulation, Risk Management, Behavioral Economics, Equities, Underwriting, Securities (Finance), Lending and Underwriting, Market Dynamics, Governance, Insurance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Business and Financial Modeling

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Modeling, Probability Distribution, Mathematical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Portfolio Management, Predictive Modeling, Business Modeling, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Predictive Analytics, Process Optimization, Financial Statement Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Decision Making, Peer Review, Google Sheets, Return On Investment, Microsoft Excel

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a Financial Statement using Microsoft Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Entry, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements, Income Statement, Financial Statement Analysis, Ledgers (Accounting), Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping, General Ledger, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Accounting and Finance Software

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Fundamentals of Financial Analysis : London Business School
    • Financial Analysis - Skills for Success: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Investment Banking: Financial Analysis and Valuation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Financial Analysis: Portfolios, Risks, Strategic Decisions: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Python and Statistics for Financial Analysis: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Financial Analysis of Organizations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Finance & Quantitative Modeling for Analysts: University of Pennsylvania
    • Financial Statement Analysis: Intuit
    • Introduction to Financial Analysis - The "Why?": University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Financial Markets: Yale University

    Skills you can learn in Finance

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    Corporate Finance (11)
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    Evaluation (10)
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    Frequently Asked Questions about Financial Analysis

    Coursera's Financial Analysis courses provide learners with a toolkit for analyzing financial data:

    • Techniques for reading and interpreting financial statements such as balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow statements.
    • Skills in quantitative financial analysis, including ratio analysis, forecasting, and valuation models.
    • Understanding of the principles of corporate finance, investment strategies, and risk management.
    • Application of statistical tools and software commonly used in financial analysis.
    • Knowledge of global financial markets and the factors that influence them.
    • Best practices for communicating financial insights and recommendations to stakeholders.‎

    Yes. You can start learning financial analysis on Coursera for free in two ways:

    • Preview the first module of many financial analysis courses at no cost. This includes video lessons, readings, graded assignments, and Coursera Coach (where available).
    • Start a 7-day free trial for Specializations or Coursera Plus. This gives you full access to all course content across eligible programs within the timeframe of your trial.

    If you want to keep learning, earn a certificate in financial analysis, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

    Financial Analysis courses on Coursera are designed for learners at various stages of their career or education:

    • Beginners can start with foundational courses that introduce basic financial concepts and tools.
    • Those with some background in finance can deepen their understanding of advanced analysis techniques and financial modeling.
    • Advanced learners can explore specialized topics such as mergers and acquisitions analysis or complex investment strategies.‎

    Upon completing Financial Analysis courses, learners can obtain credentials that may enhance their professional profile:

    • Professional certificates that may demonstrate a foundational understanding and practical skills in financial analysis.
    • Specializations that focus on comprehensive areas of financial analysis, potentially enhancing both knowledge and application skills.
    • Certificates that that may demonstrate proficiency of specialized expertise in financial analysis.‎

    Acquiring skills in financial analysis can open doors to a variety of roles within the finance sector:

    • Financial Analyst, assessing company financials and market trends to guide investment decisions.
    • Corporate Financial Planner, developing strategies to manage company finances effectively.
    • Investment Analyst, analyzing investment opportunities and providing recommendations.
    • Risk Analyst, evaluating financial risks and determining how to manage them.
    • Financial Consultant, providing expert financial advice to businesses and individuals.‎
    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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