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    Master management accounting for internal decision-making. Learn about cost analysis, budgeting, and performance measurement.

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      University of Virginia

      Managerial Accounting Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Cost Accounting, Operating Cost, Cost Management, Accounting, Cost Benefit Analysis, Cost Estimation, Budget Management, Financial Accounting, Operating Expense, Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Decision Making

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Fundamentals of financial and management accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Accounting, Management Accounting, Financial Accounting, Balance Sheet, Capital Budgeting, Cost Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Cost Management, Return On Investment, Cash Flows, Decision Making

      4.7
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      Beginner · 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

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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Managerial Accounting: Cost Behaviors, Systems, and Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Accounting, Management Accounting, Accounting Systems, Operating Cost, Accounting, Cost Management, Analysis, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making

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      4.7
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      1.4K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Technical University of Munich (TUM)

      Cost Accounting

      Skills you'll gain: Cost Accounting, Income Statement, Management Accounting, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Operating Cost, Gross Profit, Cost Estimation, Cost Management, Corporate Accounting, Cost Control, Inventory Accounting, Financial Statements, Accounting, Financial Accounting, Operational Analysis, Tax Management, Price Negotiation, Budgeting, Capacity Management, Decision Making

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      272 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Financial Management

      Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Portfolio Management, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Investments, Finance, Financial Management, Capital Budgeting, Corporate Finance, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Cash Flows, Business Valuation, Return On Investment, Accounting, Accrual Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Financial Policy, Behavioral Economics, Risk Management

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Financial Business Accounting and MIS Reports

      Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting Software, Financial Reporting, Financial Statements, Billing & Invoicing, Management Reporting, Financial Accounting, Bookkeeping, Accounting, Inventory Management System, General Accounting, International Finance, Tax Compliance, Banking, Reconciliation, Corporate Tax

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Yale University

      Financial Markets

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Market, Investment Banking, Portfolio Management, Finance, Capital Markets, Financial Services, Corporate Finance, Derivatives, Investments, Financial Regulation, Risk Management, Behavioral Economics, Equities, Underwriting, Securities (Finance), Lending and Underwriting, Market Dynamics, Governance, Insurance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Intuit

      Intuit Academy Bookkeeping

      Skills you'll gain: Bookkeeping, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Inventory Accounting, Reconciliation, Sales Tax, Income Statement, General Ledger, Payroll Tax, Financial Analysis, Fixed Asset, General Accounting, Balance Sheet, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Accounting Software, Financial Accounting, Accounting Records, Property Accounting, Payroll

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      IBM

      IBM Product Manager

      Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Product Management, New Product Development, Product Lifecycle Management, Agile Methodology, Product Strategy, Financial Analysis, Product Roadmaps, Product Development, Product Planning, Agile Project Management, Team Performance Management, Usability Testing, Project Management Life Cycle, Innovation, Agile Product Development, Market Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Business Planning, Leadership

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      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Introduction to Financial Accounting: The Accounting Cycle

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Accounting, Month End Closing, Ledgers (Accounting), Accounting, Bookkeeping, Accounting Records, General Accounting, General Ledger, Accrual Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Financial Statements, Financial Reporting, Revenue Recognition, Balance Sheet, Business Ethics, Income Statement, Journals

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      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Business Analysis & Process Management

      Skills you'll gain: Process Analysis, Business Process, Business Analysis, Business Process Modeling, Process Flow Diagrams, Process Management, Business Solutions, Stakeholder Management, Organizational Structure

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      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Managerial Accounting Fundamentals: University of Virginia
    • Fundamentals of financial and management accounting: Politecnico di Milano
    • Fundamentals of Accounting: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Managerial Accounting: Cost Behaviors, Systems, and Analysis: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Cost Accounting: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
    • Financial Management: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Financial Business Accounting and MIS Reports : Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited
    • Financial Markets: Yale University
    • Intuit Academy Bookkeeping: Intuit
    • IBM Product Manager: IBM

    Skills you can learn in Leadership And Management

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    Modeling (17)
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    Human Resources (16)
    Decision-making (15)
    Change Management (14)
    Innovation (14)
    Negotiation (14)
    Human Resource Management (13)

    Frequently Asked Questions about Management Accounting

    Management accounting, also called managerial accounting is a branch of accounting that is used by company managers to analyze internal costs and budgets. Unlike financial accounting, it is not for use by people outside of the organization. At a fundamental level, management accounting is concerned with cost behaviors, cost systems, and cost analysis. It affects pricing, budgets, and other key internal decisions. Data presentation and data analysis are key parts of the work of a management accountant. Management accountants are comfortable with spreadsheets, and they are able to communicate with people inside the organization. Understanding management accounting is key to successful business management.‎

    Management accounting is used by accountants and business analysts inside an organization. Corporate tax accountants also have an understanding of management accounting. People working in lower or middle management levels in an organization could benefit from an understanding of management accounting, as it will help them understand why and how decisions are being made. This will help them manage their objectives more effectively. Senior managers and executives need to understand management accounting because they are the folks who will be making key budget decisions and holding people accountable to them. Small business owners and other entrepreneurs should understand managerial accounting so that they have the information they need to grow their businesses.‎

    Online courses can help you learn management accounting as well as financial accounting and tax accounting. There are courses at all levels, from introductory courses for beginners to continuing education course for practitioners. Some classes look at practical matters, like Excel functions and spreadsheet design. Others go into theories of value chain management and approaches to accounting for decision making. Online courses include video lectures, readings, exams, class discussions, and projects. Some online courses in managerial accounting are Guided Projects to help people apply managerial accounting to a specific situation. Others lead to Professional Certificates or Specializations. Many courses stand alone and can help you extend your management accounting skills.‎

    Online Management Accounting courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Management Accounting skills. Choose from a wide range of Management Accounting courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Management Accounting, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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