Free Online Accounting Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Financial Reporting Capstone (Coursera)

Business

Embark on a journey to master financial reporting with our Capstone course, the final project in the Financial Reporting Specialization. This course will consolidate your understanding of accounting principles and techniques, enabling you to apply them to a real-world scenario. Whether you're an aspiring accountant or looking to enhance your business acumen, this capstone experience is designed for those who want to take their financial analysis skills to the next level.

Nov 2nd 2026

3 Weeks

Business Accounting Balance Sheet

Coursera

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Formal Financial Accounting (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Dive into the formal aspects of financial accounting with our expert-led course. Gain a solid grasp on critical concepts such as debits, credits, and T-accounts to elevate your financial statement analysis skills. This course is perfect for those looking to advance their knowledge in accounting and prepare for higher-level studies.

Oct 26th 2026

4 Weeks

Accounting Financial Accounting Financial Statements

Coursera

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Accounting for Mergers and Acquisitions: Advanced Topics (Coursera)

Business

Dive into the intricate world of accounting for complex corporate transactions with our 'Accounting for Mergers and Acquisitions: Advanced Topics' course. Gain a deep understanding of advanced issues in inter-corporate investments, including spinoffs, equity carveouts, leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, tax considerations, and financial statement analysis.

Oct 26th 2026

4 Weeks

Accounting Financial Statements Taxes

Coursera

Northeastern University

Intro to Finance in Healthcare (Coursera)

Economics & Finance Health & Society

Embark on an enlightening journey into the financial aspects of healthcare with our introductory finance course designed specifically for professionals within the healthcare sector. Whether you're a provider, payer, or administrator, this course will equip you with essential knowledge in accounting and finance tailored for healthcare settings. Ideal for those looking to deepen their understanding or make a career transition into healthcare finance.

Oct 26th 2026

4 Weeks

Finance Healthcare Accounting

Coursera

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Governmental Accounting II and Nonprofit Accounting (Coursera)

Economics & Finance Business

Dive into the complex world of Governmental Accounting II and Nonprofit Accounting with our expert-led online course. Whether you're a seasoned professional or new to this field, this course will equip you with the knowledge needed to navigate financial reporting for state and local governments effectively.

Oct 26th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Accounting Reporting Financial Statements

Coursera

Coursera Instructor Network

Precision Bookkeeping: Records, Reconciliation, Reporting (Coursera)

Economics & Finance Business

Elevate your financial management expertise with 'Precision Bookkeeping'. This course is designed for those who want to excel in managing financial records, performing bank reconciliations, and producing reliable financial reports. Whether you're a bookkeeper, accountant, or aspiring finance professional, this program will sharpen your skills and contribute to the success of any organization.

Oct 26th 2026

1 Week

Accounting Financial Management Financial Statements

Coursera

University of Pennsylvania

Introduction to Financial Accounting (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Business

Dive into the world of financial accounting with our expert-led course designed for beginners. Gain a deep understanding of key financial statements, including the income statement, balance sheet, and statement of cash flows. This course is perfect for those looking to build a foundation in financial analysis and apply their skills to real-world business scenarios.

Oct 19th 2026

4 Weeks

Finance Business Accounting

Coursera

Macquarie University

Management and financial accounting: Know your numbers 1 (Coursera)

Economics & Finance Business

Unlock the secrets of financial literacy with our foundational Management and Financial Accounting course. Designed for aspiring entrepreneurs, small business owners, and corporate professionals, this course provides a solid understanding of how accounting facilitates organizational decisions. Learn to read and interpret financial statements, manage budgets, and make informed strategic choices based on accurate financial data.

Oct 19th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Management Accounting Decision Making

Coursera

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Machine Learning for Accounting with Python (Coursera)

Data Science

Dive into 'Machine Learning for Accounting with Python' – a course designed to equip you with essential machine learning skills tailored specifically for accountants. Master the art of applying Python-based algorithms to solve real-world accounting challenges, from predictive analysis to automated reporting.

Oct 19th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Algorithms Machine Learning Clustering