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    • I

      Indian School of Business

      Trading Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Trading, Balance Sheet, Securities Trading, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Market Liquidity, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Financial Modeling, Market Analysis, Cash Flows, Equities, Investment Management, Order Management, Risk Analysis

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      Y

      Yale University

      Financial Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Investment Banking, Risk Management, Financial Market, Financial Regulation, Financial Services, Finance, Business Risk Management, Securities (Finance), Financial Policy, Capital Markets, Behavioral Economics, Banking, Corporate Finance, Governance, Insurance, Underwriting, Equities, Derivatives, Mortgage Loans, Decision Making

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      30K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • I

      Interactive Brokers

      Practical Guide to Trading

      Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Equities, Risk Analysis, Financial Trading, International Finance, Investments, Securities Trading, Financial Market, Risk Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Market Analysis, Analysis, Capital Markets, Investment Management, Tax, Balance Sheet, Financial Regulations, Business Metrics, Market Data

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      746 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Geneva

      Understanding Financial Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Capital Markets, Market Liquidity, Portfolio Management, Investments, Market Dynamics, Derivatives, Finance, Equities, Financial Policy, Economics, Real Estate, Banking, Risk Management

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.8K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      Indian School of Business

      Trading Strategies in Emerging Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Peer Review, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Trading, Balance Sheet, Portfolio Management, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Data Collection, Market Liquidity, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Performance Analysis, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Project Design, Financial Modeling, Accruals, Securities Trading, Performance Measurement

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      2.7K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • R

      Rice University

      Investment and Portfolio Management

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Market, Investments, Investment Management, Financial Systems, Securities Trading, Asset Management, Behavioral Economics, Capital Markets, Risk Modeling, Equities, Financial Trading, Performance Measurement, Finance, Performance Analysis, Risk Management, Return On Investment, Market Data, Risk Appetite, Wealth Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      2.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets

      Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Google Sheets, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Securities (Finance), Return On Investment, Probability & Statistics, Variance Analysis

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      663 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Stocks and Bonds

      Skills you'll gain: Market Data, Finance, General Finance, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Investments, Financial Data, Equities, Business Valuation, Investment Management, Capital Markets, Business Mathematics, Cash Flows

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      404 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Building Candlestick Charts with Google Sheets

      Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Google Sheets, Spreadsheet Software, Market Data, Cloud Computing, Data Visualization

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      289 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • I

      Indian School of Business

      A Beginner's Guide to Investing

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Portfolio Management, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Investments, Securities Trading, Financial Trading, Cash Flows, Financial Market, Risk Management, Entrepreneurial Finance, Equities, Business Mathematics, Market Dynamics

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Instructor Network

      Financial Analysis: Portfolios, Risks, Strategic Decisions

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Risk Management, Financial Management, Wealth Management, Financial Market, Investments, Financial Analysis, Asset Management, Risk Analysis, Business Valuation, Market Dynamics, Market Trend, Performance Measurement, Quantitative Research

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      101 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Entrepreneurship

      Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Entrepreneurial Finance, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing, Performance Measurement, Business Valuation, Customer Acquisition Management, Peer Review, Branding, Lean Methodologies, Business Metrics, Marketing Strategies, Financial Analysis, Presentations, Team Building, Project Finance, Ideation, Target Market, New Product Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      5.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Trading Basics: Indian School of Business
    • Financial Markets: Yale University
    • Practical Guide to Trading: Interactive Brokers
    • Understanding Financial Markets: University of Geneva
    • Trading Strategies in Emerging Markets: Indian School of Business
    • Investment and Portfolio Management: Rice University
    • Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets: Coursera Project Network
    • Stocks and Bonds: University of Michigan
    • Building Candlestick Charts with Google Sheets: Coursera Project Network
    • A Beginner's Guide to Investing: Indian School of Business

    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

    Begin with a structured overview that covers essential topics like how the stock market operates, key terminology, and the roles of different market participants. Look for courses and tutorials designed with step-by-step guidance to build foundational knowledge gradually. Using a learner-driven approach, you can combine your personal research with formal learning paths to ensure you grasp core concepts at your own pace.‎

    Stock Market courses on Coursera cover essential skills that are useful for understanding and participating in financial markets:

    • Basic and advanced concepts of stock trading and investment strategies.
    • Analysis of financial reports and market indicators.
    • Understanding of risk management and asset allocation.
    • Technical analysis, including chart reading and price forecasting.
    • Portfolio management techniques.
    • Insight into global market trends and economic factors that influence stock prices. ‎

    Courses related to the stock market on Coursera are structured to support learners at different levels of expertise:

    • Beginners can start with introductory courses that provide the basics of stock markets and trading.
    • Intermediate learners can expand their knowledge with courses on investment strategies and market analysis.
    • Advanced learners can engage in detailed studies of market dynamics, financial instruments, and investment portfolio management.

    These courses are designed to help learners progress at their own pace and build on existing knowledge. ‎

    By completing Stock Market courses on Coursera, you can obtain various credentials that can enhance your professional profile:

    • Certificates of completion which can be shared on social networks like LinkedIn.
    • Professional certificates that demonstrate your understanding of stock market fundamentals and advanced concepts.
    • Specializations that focus on specific areas such as technical analysis, trading strategies, or financial markets.

    These credentials can help you showcase your learning and analytical abilities to potential employers or for personal development. ‎

    Skills gained from Stock Market courses can be applied to several roles within the financial sector and beyond:

    • Stock Trader, using market knowledge to buy, sell, and trade stocks profitably.
    • Financial Analyst, providing insights and advice based on market trends.
    • Investment Advisor, helping clients choose the right investment based on their goals and risk tolerance.
    • Portfolio Manager, overseeing a collection of investments to meet long-term financial objectives.
    • Financial Planner, assisting individuals in creating strategies for meeting their financial goals through investments.

    These skills can contribute to your ability to analyze and make informed decisions in financial contexts. ‎

    Yes, Coursera offers a variety of free courses across many topics, including stock market. 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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