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      Goldman Sachs

      Fundamentos de Clientes e ConcorrĂȘncia com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Growth Strategies, Value Propositions, Target Market, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Insights, Market Opportunities, Business Strategies, B2B Sales, Price Negotiation, Market Analysis, Business-To-Consumer

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Project Network

      How to edit and improve a Facebook Ad

      Skills you'll gain: Facebook, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Target Audience, Advertising, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Content Performance Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Cape Town

      Capstone Course: Start Up Your Fintech Future

      Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Video Production, Entrepreneurship, FinTech, Business Planning, Financial Regulation, Presentations, Proposal Development, Business Analysis, Value Propositions, New Business Development, Brainstorming, Market Opportunities, Customer Analysis, Market Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • F

      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Mercado de Capitais

      Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Portfolio Management, Capital Markets, Financial Systems, Financial Market, Credit Risk, Risk Management, Investments, Equities, Financial Regulation, Market Liquidity, Financial Policy, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Securities Trading, Financial Services, Financial Trading, Market Data, Financial Management, Wealth Management

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: New
      New
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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Alternative Investments as You Age

      Skills you'll gain: Wealth Management, Estate Planning, Portfolio Management, Investments, Philanthropy, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Planning, Asset Management, Decision Making, Return On Investment, Resource Allocation, Real Estate, Behavioral Economics, Investment Management, Tax Planning, Private Equity, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Market Liquidity

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      University of North Texas

      Foundations of Marketing Practice for Non-Majors

      Skills you'll gain: Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Market Research, Customer Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Global Marketing, Business Marketing, Business, Target Market, Competitive Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      P

      Pontificia Universidad CatĂłlica del PerĂș

      RelaciĂłn entre Branding y Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Brand Management, Marketing, Branding, Marketing Strategies, Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Marketing Planning, Value Propositions, Brand Strategy, Brand Awareness, Business Strategy, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      Simplilearn

      Digital Marketing Landscape

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing, Digital Marketing, UI/UX Strategy, Digital Advertising, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, E-Commerce, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Business Strategy, Brand Awareness, Web Analytics and SEO, Consumer Behaviour

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career

      Skills you'll gain: Productivity, Brand Strategy, Market Research, Professional Networking, Time Management, Branding, Target Audience, Business Modeling, Prioritization, Social Media Marketing, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Promotional Materials, Goal Setting, Business Strategy, Marketing Materials, Business Planning, Recruitment, Music Performance, Presentations, Writing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Next-Generation AI Assistant: Claude by Anthropic

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Marketing Materials, Copywriting, ChatGPT, Drive Engagement, Generative AI, Product Promotion, Promotional Strategies, Content Creation, Target Audience, Marketing Strategies, Marketing

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free
      Free
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      Meta

      Job Search with GenAI

      Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Interviewing Skills, Generative AI Agents, Professional Networking, Recruitment, Negotiation, Professional Development, Prompt Engineering, Goal Setting, Communication Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      How to Innovate with the Strategy Canvas for Competitiveness

      Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Value Propositions, Competitive Analysis, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Market Research, Innovation, Strategic Planning, Organizational Strategy, Spreadsheet Software

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular stock market courses

    • Fundamentos de Clientes e ConcorrĂȘncia com o 10,000 Women da Goldman Sachs: Goldman Sachs
    • How to edit and improve a Facebook Ad: Coursera Project Network
    • Capstone Course: Start Up Your Fintech Future: University of Cape Town
    • Mercado de Capitais: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Alternative Investments as You Age: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Foundations of Marketing Practice for Non-Majors: University of North Texas
    • RelaciĂłn entre Branding y Marketing: Pontificia Universidad CatĂłlica del PerĂș
    • Digital Marketing Landscape: Simplilearn
    • Musician’s Professional Toolbox: Your Portfolio Career: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Next-Generation AI Assistant: Claude by Anthropic: Coursera Instructor Network

    Why Learn Stock Market?

    The stock market is a system for buying, selling, and trading shares of public companies—shaping investment strategies and economic growth. Understanding how it works can help you make informed financial decisions, assess risk, and explore opportunities in personal investing or finance careers. Learning about the stock market builds financial literacy and long-term planning skills.

    Skills you can learn in Finance

    Investment (23)
    Market (economics) (20)
    Stock (18)
    Financial Statement (14)
    Financial Accounting (13)
    Modeling (13)
    Corporate Finance (11)
    Financial Analysis (11)
    Trading (11)
    Evaluation (10)
    Financial Markets (10)
    Pricing (10)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Stock Market

    Popular options include Financial Markets from Yale University, Investment and Portfolio Management from Rice University, and A Beginner's Guide to Investing from the Indian School of Business. These courses cover fundamentals of stock trading, portfolio strategy, market analysis, and risk management.‎

    Yes. Many stock market–related courses offer a free audit option, allowing you to access video lessons and readings at no cost. To complete quizzes or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how the stock market works, how to evaluate companies and stocks, understand market indicators, and build investment strategies. Some courses also introduce technical analysis, behavioral finance, and tools like trading platforms or financial calculators.‎

    No. Many courses are beginner-friendly and explain core investing concepts step by step. There are also more advanced courses for learners who want to go deeper into analysis, valuation, or active trading.‎

    Yes. Understanding the stock market can help you make informed personal investment decisions or prepare for finance-related roles. Coursera courses can build your financial literacy, improve your confidence, and offer certificates to demonstrate your skills.‎

    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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