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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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      The State University of New York

      Practical Time Series Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Forecasting, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference, Software Installation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.7K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Python for Data Science, AI & Development

      Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Automation, Web Scraping, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Scripting, Data Processing, Data Structures, Data Collection, Application Programming Interface (API), Pandas (Python Package), Programming Principles, NumPy, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Computer Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      41K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      IBM

      Introduction to Data Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Data Warehousing, Apache Spark, Data Cleansing, Data Lakes, Data Visualization Software, Relational Databases

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      19K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Status: New AI skills
      New AI skills
      G

      Google

      Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce

      Skills you'll gain: Media Planning, Search Engine Marketing, Email Marketing, Data Storytelling, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Marketing, Content Creation, Order Fulfillment, Google Ads, Professional Networking, Online Advertising, A/B Testing, Social Media Campaigns, E-Commerce, Customer Retention, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Relationship Management, Campaign Management, Interviewing Skills

      Build toward a degree

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      39K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      IBM Generative AI Engineering

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Data Wrangling, Large Language Modeling, Unit Testing, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Generative AI, Keras (Neural Network Library), Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, ChatGPT, Natural Language Processing, Data Cleansing, Jupyter, Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Data Manipulation, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Data Import/Export, Exploratory Data Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      87K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      Status: AI skills
      AI skills
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      IBM

      IBM Data Analyst

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Plotly, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization, SQL, Generative AI, Interactive Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Big Data, Jupyter, Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Excel Formulas, Professional Networking

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      92K reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Data Visualization with Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Visualization, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Mapping, Tableau Software, Proposal Development, Graphing, Histogram, Scatter Plots, Tree Maps, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Storytelling, Performance Metric, Geospatial Mapping, Heat Maps

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      8.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Stanford University

      Introduction to Statistics

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Probability, Exploratory Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Data Collection, Probability Distribution

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      4.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      DeepLearning.AI

      Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Neural Networks, Tensorflow, Supervised Learning, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Debugging, Performance Tuning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Python Programming, Machine Learning Algorithms, Linear Algebra, Analysis

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      146K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      V

      Vanderbilt University

      ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, Data Presentation, ChatGPT, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Data Synthesis, Microsoft Excel, Productivity, Infographics, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Data Cleansing, Large Language Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Statistical Reporting

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.9K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Google

      Data Analysis with R Programming

      Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Ggplot2, R Programming, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Visualization Software, Statistical Programming, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Programming Principles, Data Transformation, Integrated Development Environments, Data Structures

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Toronto

      GIS, Mapping, and Spatial Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, GIS Software, Data Mapping, Data Visualization, Metadata Management, Query Languages, Global Positioning Systems, Quantitative Research, Data Compilation, Data Modeling, Typography, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles, Image Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Practical Time Series Analysis: The State University of New York
    • Python for Data Science, AI & Development: IBM
    • Introduction to Data Analytics: IBM
    • Google Digital Marketing & E-commerce: Google
    • IBM Generative AI Engineering: IBM
    • IBM Data Analyst: IBM
    • Data Visualization with Tableau: University of California, Davis
    • Introduction to Statistics: Stanford University
    • Deep Learning: DeepLearning.AI
    • ChatGPT + Excel: AI-Enhanced Data Analysis & Insight: Vanderbilt University

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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.‎

    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.‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including financial analysis. While you can access most course materials for free by auditing the courses, this does not include graded assignments or a completion certificate. For those looking to obtain a certificate to showcase their learning or enhance their professional profile, Coursera provides the option to purchase the course. Additionally, Coursera offers free trials or financial aid to learners who qualify, making certifications more accessible to everyone.‎

    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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