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    Understand basic accounting principles for managing finances. Learn to prepare financial statements, manage accounts, and ensure compliance.

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      University of California, Irvine

      An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)

      Skills you'll gain: Embedded Systems, Internet Of Things, Linux, Test Planning, TCP/IP, Hardware Design, Electronic Hardware, User Requirements Documents, Network Protocols, Functional Specification, Local Area Networks, Software Design, System Design and Implementation, Requirements Analysis, Basic Electrical Systems, Debugging, USB, C (Programming Language), Command-Line Interface, Python Programming

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google

      Crash Course on Python

      Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Algorithms, Data Structures, Problem Management, Debugging, Automation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      40K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Administration, Payroll Processing, Payroll Tax, Payroll Systems, Payroll Reporting, Tax Compliance, Tax Management, Data Entry, Labor Compliance, Compensation Management, Tax Preparation, Benefits Administration, Income Tax, Workforce Management, Tax, Labor Law, Sarbanes Oxley Act (SOX) Compliance, Human Resources, Data Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      556 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Business Foundations

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Operational Efficiency, Process Management, Capacity Planning, Process Analysis, Finance, Process Improvement, Capital Budgeting, Return On Investment, Go To Market Strategy, Accrual Accounting, Financial Reporting, Product Development, Financial Accounting, Marketing Strategies, Branding, Marketing, Human Capital, Decision Making, Corporate Finance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      26K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Basics of Cost Accounting: Product Costing

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Accounting, Operating Cost, Corporate Accounting, Cost Estimation, Cost Control, Management Accounting, Cost Management, Accounting, Operating Expense, Production Process, Resource Allocation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      160 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      More Introduction to Financial Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Working Capital, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Accounting, Balance Sheet, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Equities, Fixed Asset, Inventory Accounting, Securities (Finance), Loans, Cash Flows, Depreciation, Capital Expenditure, Mortgage Loans, Income Tax

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      550 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Customer Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Business Analytics, Financial Statement Analysis, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Operational Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Performance Measurement, Financial Analysis, Peer Review, Workforce Planning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Talent Management, Consumer Behaviour, Data Analysis, Financial Accounting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      18K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Intuit

      Financial Statement Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Reconciliation, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Accounting, Performance Analysis, Equities, Bookkeeping, Sales Tax, Cash Flows, Payroll

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      708 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Chain Management

      Skills you'll gain: Strategic Sourcing, Operations Management, Forecasting, Procurement, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Demand Planning, Lean Six Sigma, Purchasing, Operational Efficiency, Supply Chain, Warehousing, Logistics, Production Process, Supply Chain Systems, Lean Methodologies, Quality Management, Inventory Management System, Warehouse Management, Six Sigma Methodology, Supply Chain Planning

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      15K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Accounting Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Advanced Analytics, Accounting, Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Financial Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Revenue Recognition, Business Analytics, Auditing, Business Metrics, Performance Analysis, Finance, Anomaly Detection, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Indian School of Business

      Trading Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Financial Trading, Balance Sheet, Financial Market, Securities Trading, Market Liquidity, Market Data, Technical Analysis, Cash Flows, Market Dynamics, Equities, Market Trend, Portfolio Management, Risk Analysis, Order Management

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Auditing I: Conceptual Foundations of Auditing

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Auditing, Auditing, Auditors Report, Generally Accepted Auditing Standards, External Auditing, Audit Planning, Certified Public Accountant, Quality Assessment, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, Financial Statements, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Risk Analysis, Business Ethics, Market Dynamics

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      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      657 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic accounting courses

    • An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT): University of California, Irvine
    • Crash Course on Python: Google
    • ADP Entry-Level Payroll Specialist: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Business Foundations: University of Pennsylvania
    • Basics of Cost Accounting: Product Costing: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • More Introduction to Financial Accounting: University of Pennsylvania
    • Business Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
    • Financial Statement Analysis: Intuit
    • Supply Chain Management: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
    • Accounting Analytics: University of Pennsylvania

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