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    Understand financial markets and their role in the economy. Learn about different types of markets, financial instruments, and market dynamics.

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Investment Banking: M&A and Initial Public Offerings

      Skills you'll gain: Investment Banking, Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Capital Markets, Business Valuation, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Balance Sheet, Due Diligence, Underwriting, Market Dynamics

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The State University of New York

      Solar Energy Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Project Design, Basic Electrical Systems, Needs Assessment, Energy and Utilities, Electric Power Systems, Semiconductors, Financial Modeling, Market Trend, Market Analysis, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Engineering Calculations

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Mergers and Acquisitions

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Investment Banking, Private Equity, Business Valuation, Financial Statement Analysis, Intercompany Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Corporate Accounting, Specialized Accounting, Capital Markets, Financial Statements, Corporate Tax, Corporate Finance, Price Negotiation, Financial Management, Accounting, Financial Accounting, Tax, Investments

      4.6
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      577 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Model Thinking

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Social Sciences, Behavioral Economics, Diversity Awareness, Innovation, Network Analysis, Critical Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Economics, Probability, Human Learning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Auditing, IT Management, Risk Management, Auditors Report, Change Management

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universiteit Leiden

      International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, Conflict Management, Legal Proceedings, Case Law, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Legal Research, Investigation

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Duke University

      Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Opportunities and Risks

      Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, Payment Systems, Operational Risk, FinTech, Cyber Risk, Regulatory Compliance, Financial Regulation, Scalability, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Transaction Processing, Contract Review, Vulnerability Assessments, Governance

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      324 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Fundamentals of Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Statements, Balance Sheet, Financial Statement Analysis, Revenue Recognition, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cost Accounting, Accounting, Financial Accounting, Budgeting, Cash Flows, Equities, Strategic Decision-Making, Financial Reporting, Organizational Strategy, Business Management, Capacity Planning, Decision Making, Business

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Everyday Excel, Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Consolidation, Data Visualization, Excel Formulas, Excel Macros, Data Analysis Software, Data Management, Data Import/Export, Productivity Software, Problem Solving

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Gamification

      Skills you'll gain: Game Design, Design Thinking, Project Design, Design Elements And Principles, Motivational Skills, Experience Design, Human Learning, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Behavior Management, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Organizational Development, Behavioral Economics, Psychology, Customer Engagement, Marketing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      IESE Business School

      Corporate Finance Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Corporate Finance, Capital Budgeting, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Financial Market, Return On Investment, Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Cash Flows, Risk Management, Risk Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      The Materiality of ESG Factors

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Governance, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Issue, Stakeholder Engagement, Corporate Strategy, Risk Management, Environmental Laws, Environmental Regulations, Equities, Investment Management, Succession Planning, Investments, Compensation Management, Financial Management, Business Ethics, Portfolio Management, Return On Investment, Financial Market, Finance

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular financial markets courses

    • Investment Banking: M&A and Initial Public Offerings: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Solar Energy Basics: The State University of New York
    • Mergers and Acquisitions: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Model Thinking: University of Michigan
    • Information Systems Auditing, Controls and Assurance: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • International Humanitarian Law in Theory and Practice : Universiteit Leiden
    • Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Opportunities and Risks: Duke University
    • Fundamentals of Accounting: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Everyday Excel, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Gamification: University of Pennsylvania

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