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    • L

      London Business School

      Fundamentals of Financial Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Financial Accounting, Return On Investment, Investments, Cash Flows, Asset Management

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
      ·
      33 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      Northwestern University

      The Business of Social

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Business Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Customer Engagement, Return On Investment, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Program Management, Integrated Marketing Communications, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Information Privacy, Data Security

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      813 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Entrepreneurship 4: Financing and Profitability

      Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Valuation, Entrepreneurship, Private Equity, Business Modeling, Financial Modeling, Finance, Sales Presentations, Investments, Financial Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Fundraising and Crowdsourcing, Presentations, Business Development, Business Strategies, Cash Flows, Customer Retention, Innovation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Real Estate Property Management

      Skills you'll gain: Property Management, Property and Real Estate, Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Asset Management, Property Maintenance, Operational Performance Management, Operational Efficiency, Innovation, Technology Strategies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      113 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Healthcare Management and Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Health Care Administration, Clinical Leadership, Community Health, Financial Statements, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Budgeting, Price Negotiation, Financial Accounting, Public Health, Financial Statement Analysis, Human Resources Management and Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Analysis, Health Systems, Electronic Medical Record, Financial Management, Marketing Communications, Return On Investment, Balance Sheet, Resource Utilization

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      77 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Virginia

      Customer Value in Pricing Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Revenue Management, Global Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Value Propositions, Market Dynamics, Customer Demand Planning, Market Research, Behavioral Economics, Competitive Analysis, Decision Making, Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      366 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Decisiones Financieras

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Portfolio Management, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Investments, Financial Market, Business Valuation, Financial Trading, Risk Management, Cash Management, Accounting, Working Capital, Accrual Accounting, Market Liquidity, Cash Flows, Capital Budgeting, Finance

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      195 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Applying Data Analytics in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Portfolio Management, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Analytics, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Performance Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Investment Management, Risk Management, Regression Analysis, Algorithms

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
      ·
      217 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • M

      Microsoft

      Microsoft Program Management

      Skills you'll gain: Earned Value Management, Stakeholder Management, Program Management, Agile Project Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Management Office (PMO), Agile Methodology, Project Performance, Project Schedules, Virtual Teams, Team Building, Conflict Management, Change Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Procurement, Team Management, Solution Delivery, Cost Management, Return On Investment, Leadership and Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      68 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • E

      EDHEC Business School

      Global Financing Solutions (by EDHEC and Société Générale)

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets, Project Finance, Investment Banking, Securities (Finance), Risk Management, Finance, Corporate Finance, Banking, Loans, Asset Management, Derivatives

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
      ·
      193 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Agriculture as an Asset Class

      Skills you'll gain: Real Estate, Balance Sheet, Investments, Commercial Real Estate, Property and Real Estate, Risk Management, Asset Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Market, Return On Investment, Tax Planning

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      New York University

      Guided Tour of Machine Learning in Finance

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Artificial Neural Networks, Predictive Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Regression Analysis, Deep Learning, Financial Services, Finance, Tensorflow, Jupyter, Reinforcement Learning

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
      ·
      679 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Fundamentals of Financial Analysis : London Business School
    • The Business of Social: Northwestern University
    • Entrepreneurship 4: Financing and Profitability: University of Pennsylvania
    • Real Estate Property Management: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Healthcare Management and Finance: University of Michigan
    • Customer Value in Pricing Strategy: University of Virginia
    • Decisiones Financieras: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Applying Data Analytics in Finance: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Microsoft Program Management: Microsoft
    • Global Financing Solutions (by EDHEC and Société Générale): EDHEC Business School

    Skills you can learn in Finance

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    Financial Accounting (13)
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    Trading (11)
    Evaluation (10)
    Financial Markets (10)
    Pricing (10)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Investment

    Understanding why you want to learn about investing and investments, whether to secure your financial future or grow capital, can motivate you. Regular practice in researching and evaluating investment opportunities is essential. Join communities such as Reddit’s r/investing to learn from others’ experiences. Work on real projects like creating a mock portfolio to track your strategies. Financial Market by Yale University is an excellent resource to gain foundational knowledge.‎

    Investment courses cover a range of topics essential for understanding and making informed investment decisions. These include the basics of financial markets, asset classes, and investment strategies. Learners will explore topics such as portfolio management, risk assessment, and financial analysis. Advanced courses might cover areas like real estate investment, derivatives, behavioral finance, and the use of investment tools and platforms. Practical exercises and case studies help learners apply these concepts to real-world investment scenarios.‎

    Choosing the right investment course depends on your current knowledge level and career aspirations. Beginners should look for courses that cover the fundamentals of investing, including market basics, asset classes, and simple investment strategies. Those with some experience might benefit from intermediate courses focusing on advanced investment techniques, portfolio management, and financial analysis. Advanced learners or professionals seeking specialized knowledge might consider courses on specific investment areas like real estate, derivatives, or preparing for certifications such as CFA (Chartered Financial Analyst). Reviewing course content, instructor expertise, and learner feedback can help ensure the course aligns with your goals.‎

    A certificate in investment can open up various career opportunities in the finance and investment sectors. Common roles include investment analyst, portfolio manager, financial advisor, and asset manager. These positions involve analyzing investment opportunities, managing investment portfolios, advising clients on investment strategies, and assessing financial risks. With the growing importance of investment knowledge in personal and professional finance, earning an investment certificate can significantly enhance your career prospects and opportunities for advancement in fields such as banking, asset management, financial planning, and real estate.‎

    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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