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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Financial Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Accrual Accounting, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Cash Flows, Income Statement, Bookkeeping, Revenue Recognition, Depreciation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Lausanne

    Accounting 1

    Skills you'll gain: Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Cash Flows, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements, Accounting, Bookkeeping, Working Capital, General Accounting, Accrual Accounting, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Ledgers (Accounting), Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Accounts Payable and Receivable

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    International Finance and Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Payment Systems, Financial Trading, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting Systems, Financial Reporting, Derivatives

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Forensic Accounting: Detect, Investigate & Prevent Fraud

    Skills you'll gain: Investigation, Fraud detection, Auditing, Litigation Support, Accounting, Report Writing, Threat Detection, Employee Training, Financial Statements, Internal Controls, Risk Analysis, International Finance, Compliance Training, Case Studies

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Financial Accounting: Master Core Concepts & Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Cash Flows, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Equities, Revenue Recognition, Working Capital, Balance Sheet, Standard Accounting Practices, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting, Financial Statements, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Corporate Finance, Corporate Accounting, Case Studies, Accrual Accounting, Gross Profit, Finance

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    AI Applications in Accounting and Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Accounting and Finance Software, Unstructured Data, Financial Data, Financial Statement Analysis, Image Analysis, Finance, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Emerging Technologies, Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining, Financial Reporting, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Trend Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Natural Language Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Finance and Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Return On Investment, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Reporting, Capital Budgeting, Financial Accounting, Financial Modeling, Working Capital, Balance Sheet, Accrual Accounting, Accounting, Cash Flows, Income Statement, Finance, Financial Analysis, Equities, Corporate Finance, Business Valuation, Bookkeeping, Financial Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IESE Business School

    Accounting: Principles of Financial Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Income Statement, Accounting, Cash Flows, Balance Sheet, Accrual Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Cash Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Financial Accounting: Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Recognition, Financial Statements, Accrual Accounting, Financial Accounting, Bookkeeping, Income Statement, Accounting, Balance Sheet, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounts Receivable, Inventory Accounting, Cash Flows

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Financial Accounting Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Accounting, Annual Reports, Accrual Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Accounting Records, Ledgers (Accounting), Cash Flows

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Intuit

    Intuit Academy Bookkeeping

    Skills you'll gain: Reconciliation, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Inventory Accounting, Payroll, Bookkeeping, QuickBooks (Accounting Software), Payroll Administration, Inventory Control, Payroll Processing, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Depreciation, Fixed Asset, Payroll Tax, Property Accounting, Accounting Software, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Fundamentals of Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Performance Measurement, Balance Sheet, Organizational Strategy, Financial Statement Analysis, Capacity Management, Cost Accounting, Cost Control, Financial Accounting, Performance Metric, Cash Flows, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Budget Management, Business Metrics, Operational Analysis, Product Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Introduction to Financial Accounting: University of Pennsylvania
  • Accounting 1: University of Lausanne
  • International Finance and Accounting: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Forensic Accounting: Detect, Investigate & Prevent Fraud: EDUCBA
  • Financial Accounting: Master Core Concepts & Analysis: EDUCBA
  • AI Applications in Accounting and Finance: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Introduction to Finance and Accounting: University of Pennsylvania
  • Accounting: Principles of Financial Accounting: IESE Business School
  • Financial Accounting: Foundations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Financial Accounting Fundamentals: University of Virginia

Frequently Asked Questions about Accounting

Browse the accounting courses below—popular starting points on Coursera.

  • Introduction to Financial Accounting: University of Pennsylvania
  • Accounting 1: University of Lausanne
  • Accounting: Principles of Financial Accounting: IESE Business School
  • Financial Accounting: Foundations: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Financial Accounting Fundamentals: University of Virginia
  • Forensic Accounting and Fraud Examination: West Virginia University
  • Financial Accounting: Advanced Topics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign‎

These beginner-friendly courses introduce essential concepts like balance sheets, debits and credits, and financial statements:

  • Introduction to Financial Accounting by Wharton (UPenn) – Clear, structured, and popular with learners new to accounting.
  • Accounting Analytics, also by Wharton (UPenn) – Combines core concepts with data tools, ideal for beginners interested in finance or analytics.
  • Bookkeeping Basics by Intuit – Offers a simple, practical introduction to accounting processes.‎

The Introduction to Finance and Accounting Specialization by the University of Pennsylvania lasts 4 weeks and focuses on:

  • Financial statement analysis
  • Return on investment
  • Bookkeeping

It uses tools like R.

On the other hand, the Financial Accounting: Master Core Concepts & Analysis by EDUCBA also spans 4 weeks but emphasizes:

  • Gross profit
  • Corporate accounting
  • GAAP

It uses tools like Python and Excel.

Both courses cover core accounting and financial analysis topics but differ in specific areas of focus. Choose based on whether you prefer:

  • The University of Pennsylvania course for a deeper dive into financial modeling and statement analysis
  • The EDUCBA course for broader coverage of corporate accounting practices.‎

Start by identifying whether you're building a foundation, preparing for certification, or applying accounting in business, finance, or data roles.

  • For a broad introduction, try Introduction to Financial Accounting by the University of Pennsylvania.
  • If you want to apply accounting in a business context, consider Fundamentals of Accounting Specialization from the University of Illinois.
  • For practical, job-ready skills, explore Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Professional Certificate, which is ideal for small business, freelance, or support roles.‎
  • A course focuses on a single topic, like Managerial Accounting Fundamentals.
  • A Specialization builds deeper subject expertise across multiple areas—such as Fundamentals of Accounting Specialization.
  • A Professional Certificate prepares you for job roles or entry into the field through skills-based training—like Intuit Academy Bookkeeping Certificate, which includes hands-on projects and is designed for career readiness.‎

Click here to ask ChatGPT to find the right accounting course on Coursera for your learning goals.‎

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

  • Preview the first module of many accounting 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 accounting, or unlock full course access after the preview or trial, you can upgrade or apply for financial aid.‎

Accounting courses cover core concepts like financial statements, balance sheets, debits and credits, and cash flow. Some courses also teach you how to use spreadsheets or accounting software, and how to apply accounting principles in business or tax settings.‎

No prior experience is needed. Many Coursera courses start with the basics and build your understanding step by step, so you can learn at your own pace—even if you’re completely new to accounting.‎

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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