Free Online Investment Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of Florida

Personal & Family Financial Planning (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Economics & Finance

Embark on a journey to financial stability with our Personal & Family Financial Planning course. Designed for individuals and families seeking to master their money management, this course covers crucial topics such as budgeting, saving, investing, and planning for the future. Whether you're a student looking to establish good financial habits or an adult aiming to secure your family's financial well-being, this course provides the knowledge and tools necessary to achieve long-term financial success.

Aug 17th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Finance Risk Management Budget

Coursera

HEC Paris

Investment Management in an Evolving and Volatile World by HEC Paris and AXA Investment Managers (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Economics & Finance

Dive into the world of investment management with 'Investment Management in an Evolving and Volatile World' - a course co-developed by HEC Paris and AXA Investment Managers. This course is designed for those who are curious about financial markets and want to gain insights into how professionals manage investments. Learn key concepts, strategies, and tools essential for making informed investment decisions.

Aug 17th 2026

4 Weeks

Business Financial Markets Investment

Coursera

UNSW Sydney - University of New South Wales

How to Validate your Startup Idea (Coursera)

Management & Leadership

Embark on a journey from concept to reality with 'How to Validate Your Startup Idea'. This course, available on Coursera, is designed for aspiring entrepreneurs who want to transform their innovative ideas into successful startups. By following the principles of active experimentation and iterative design, you'll learn how to test your business idea in real-world market conditions.

Aug 17th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Business Startup Entrepreneur

Coursera

IESE Business School

Corporate Finance Essentials (Coursera)

Economics & Finance Business

Discover the core principles of Corporate Finance Essentials on Coursera. This course is designed to equip you with a solid understanding of essential financial issues faced by companies, investors, and their interactions in capital markets. Enhance your ability to interpret financial news and communicate using the professional vocabulary of finance professionals.

Aug 10th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Finance Business Investment

Coursera

Erasmus University Rotterdam

Trade & investment: evidence-based policies for development (Coursera)

Economics & Finance

Dive into this comprehensive online course designed to equip you with the skills needed to analyze and develop impactful trade and investment policies for developing countries and emerging markets. Gain a deep understanding of evidence-based policy making and learn how to effectively communicate research findings in a policy setting.

Aug 10th 2026

5-12 Weeks

Trade Investment Trading

Coursera

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Managerial Accounting: Tools for Facilitating and Guiding Business Decisions (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Economics & Finance

Discover the power of Managerial Accounting in driving business decisions. This course will equip you with essential tools for resource allocation, behavior incentives, strategic performance measurement, and continuous improvement through a blend of financial and non-financial accounting techniques.

Aug 3rd 2026

4 Weeks

Accounting Investment Decision Making

Coursera

Rice University

Global Financial Markets and Instruments (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Economics & Finance

Dive into the core concepts of financial investment with our introductory course on Global Financial Markets and Instruments. Designed for aspiring investors, this course provides a solid foundation in understanding the role of markets and assets in economic success, as well as an overview of various financial instruments across different asset classes.

Aug 3rd 2026

4 Weeks

Finance Financial Markets Investment

Coursera

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Investments II: Lessons and Applications for Investors (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Economics & Finance

Dive deeper into the world of investments with 'Investments II: Lessons and Applications for Investors'. This course builds on fundamental concepts, exploring advanced topics like portfolio management, CAPM, 3-Factor Model, and efficient market hypothesis. Gain insights into dividend taxation and capital gains to make informed investment decisions.

Aug 3rd 2026

4 Weeks

Financial Markets Investment CAPM

Coursera

Yonsei University

Applying Investment Decision Rules for Startups (Coursera)

Economics & Finance

Dive into the world of financial decision-making with 'Applying Investment Decision Rules for Startups'. This course builds on previous knowledge in financial statement analysis, guiding you through capital budgeting techniques essential for selecting the most lucrative projects. Master NPV and IRR methodologies to make strategic investment choices that drive your startup's growth.

Aug 3rd 2026

4 Weeks

Startup Investment Applied Investing