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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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      Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

      Payroll and Tax Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Processing, Payroll Administration, Payroll Tax, Labor Law, Benefits Administration, Compensation and Benefits, Compensation Management, Income Tax, Labor Compliance, Tax Compliance, Employee Onboarding

      4.7
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      139 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Google

      Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response

      Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Event Monitoring, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Management, Continuous Monitoring, Network Monitoring, Network Security, Record Keeping, Splunk, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Technical Documentation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      3.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      London Business School

      Fundamentals of Financial Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Reporting, Return On Investment, Capital Budgeting, Cash Flows, Working Capital

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Kennesaw State University

      AI for Education (Basic)

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Education Software and Technology, ChatGPT, Natural Language Processing

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University at Buffalo

      Energy Production, Distribution & Safety

      Skills you'll gain: Electrical Substation, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Safety Training, Electrical Safety, Basic Electrical Systems, Environmental Regulations, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Fire And Life Safety, Hazard Communication (HazCom), Health And Safety Standards, Energy and Utilities, Workforce Development, Economics, Environmental Issue, Transportation Operations, Natural Resource Management, Construction, Continuous Monitoring

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Programming with Python and Java

      Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Pandas (Python Package), Java, Eclipse (Software), Unit Testing, Data Analysis, Matplotlib, Data Science, Data Structures, Data Visualization, Jupyter, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Scatter Plots, Python Programming, Histogram, Computer Programming, Programming Principles

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      1.8K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Google Cloud

      Machine Learning on Google Cloud

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Generative AI, Tensorflow, Google Cloud Platform, Keras (Neural Network Library), MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Management, Data Governance, Data Pipelines, Dataflow, Workflow Management, Application Deployment, Deep Learning, Managed Services, Cloud Solutions, Machine Learning Methods, Data Processing, Cloud Computing, Machine Learning

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      3.7K reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Anatomy

      Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Cardiology, Respiration, Pulmonology, Gynecology, Neurology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Orthopedics, Nephrology, Kinesiology, Urology, Vital Signs, Physical Therapy, Biology, Medical Terminology, Pathology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Interactive Data Visualization, Regression Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Transformation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Financial Data, Microsoft Excel, Business Analytics, Analytical Skills, Accounting, Data Analysis, Unstructured Data, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Architecture

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      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      442 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      DeepLearning.AI

      Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction, Mathematical Modeling, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2.1K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Mathematics for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Matlab, Differential Equations, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Engineering Calculations, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Finite Element Methods, Calculus, Algebra, Geometry, Advanced Mathematics, Engineering, General Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Mechanical Engineering, Scripting, Vibrations, Simulation and Simulation Software

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      7.6K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Kennesaw State University

      Six Sigma Yellow Belt

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Six Sigma Methodology, Data Collection, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Lean Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Quality Improvement, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Kaizen Methodology, Correlation Analysis, Quality Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Statistical Process Controls, Document Management, Process Capability, Lean Manufacturing, Regression Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Project Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      4K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

    • Payroll and Tax Fundamentals: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
    • Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response: Google
    • Fundamentals of Financial Analysis : London Business School
    • AI for Education (Basic): Kennesaw State University
    • Energy Production, Distribution & Safety: University at Buffalo
    • Introduction to Programming with Python and Java: University of Pennsylvania
    • Machine Learning on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
    • Anatomy: University of Michigan
    • Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Linear Algebra for Machine Learning and Data Science: DeepLearning.AI

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