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Finance Courses and Certifications

Where to learn finance and which certifications exist, from accounting and corporate finance to investments, risk and audit.

62 topics•7 categories•Updated October 2026

How to Choose a Path

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Finance covers accounting, corporate finance, investments, risk and regulation. Pick a track (accounting, investments, risk, planning, audit or compliance), learn the fundamentals, then add the credential that employers in your region and role expect.

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Step 1: Fundamentals & Free University Courses

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Accounting, corporate finance and markets.

07Introduction to Financial Accounting (Wharton, Coursera)Wharton course on financial accounting. 08Introduction to Corporate Finance (Wharton, Coursera)Wharton course on corporate finance. 09Corporate Finance Essentials (Coursera)Course on core corporate finance ideas. 10Finance for Non-Financial Managers (Coursera)Course for managers who need finance skills. 11Financial Markets (Yale, Coursera)Course on how financial markets work. 12Business Foundations (Wharton, Coursera)Specialization on core business subjects, including finance. 13MIT 15.401: Finance Theory IFree MIT course on finance theory. 14Open Yale Courses: Financial TheoryFree Yale lectures on financial theory. 15Aswath Damodaran: Valuation and corporate financeFree courses, data and spreadsheets on valuation from NYU Stern. 16HBS Online: Financial AccountingHarvard Business School online course. 17edX: financeCatalogue of finance courses. 18edX: accountingCatalogue of accounting courses. 19Bank for International SettlementsCentral bank of central banks; publishes research and education resources. 20NPTELFree university courses from Indian institutes, including finance and economics. 21Indian School of BusinessBusiness school in India with finance programs. 22IIM AhmedabadBusiness school in India with finance programs.

Financial Modeling & Valuation Training

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Practical analysis skills for banking and investing roles.

23Corporate Finance InstituteFinancial modeling and valuation certifications. 24Breaking Into Wall StreetFinancial modeling and investment banking courses. 25Wall Street PrepFinancial modeling and investment banking training. 26Wall Street OasisFinance career community and forums. 27InvestopediaEducational finance articles and tutorials. 28MorningstarInvestment research and education.

Investments, Risk & Planning Credentials

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Charter and licence programs.

29CFA ProgramCFA Institute's charter for investment professionals. 30CFA Institute Investment FoundationsEntry-level certificate from CFA Institute. 31CFA InstituteGlobal body for investment professionals. 32FRM (GARP)Financial Risk Manager certification from GARP. 33GARPGlobal Association of Risk Professionals. 34CFP BoardCertified Financial Planner certification path. 35FINRA qualification examsUS licensing exams for securities professionals. 36CISIChartered Institute for Securities and Investment qualifications. 37AFP certificationTreasury certifications from the Association for Financial Professionals.

Accounting, Management Accounting & Audit

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Professional accountancy bodies.

38AICPA and CIMA: CPA examUS Certified Public Accountant exam information. 39AICPA and CIMA: CGMAChartered Global Management Accountant designation. 40CIMAChartered Institute of Management Accountants, now part of AICPA and CIMA. 41ACCAAssociation of Chartered Certified Accountants. 42ICAEWInstitute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales. 43IMA: CMA certificationCertified Management Accountant credential. 44The IIA: Certified Internal AuditorGlobal internal audit certification. 45ACFE: Certified Fraud ExaminerCredential for fraud examination. 46ACAMS: CAMSCertified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist credential. 47CPA CanadaCanadian chartered professional accountants body.

India: Qualifications & Regulators

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Credentials and bodies in the Indian financial system.

48ICAI (Chartered Accountants)Institute of Chartered Accountants of India. 49ICMAI (Cost Accountants)Institute of Cost Accountants of India. 50ICSI (Company Secretaries)Institute of Company Secretaries of India. 51NISMNational Institute of Securities Markets; runs the SEBI-mandated market certification examinations. 52IIBFIndian Institute of Banking and Finance, offering banking and finance certificates. 53SEBISecurities and Exchange Board of India. 54RBIReserve Bank of India. 55IRDAIInsurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India. 56NSENational Stock Exchange of India. 57BSEBSE stock exchange of India.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which finance certification should I get first?

It depends on your track. Investment roles often start with the CFA Program, risk roles with the FRM, accountancy with CPA, ACCA or CA, and financial planning with CFP. Entry-level options include CFA Institute's Investment Foundations.

Do I need a certification for a finance career?

Often yes for regulated roles such as accounting, securities and advisory work. Check the licensing rules of your country and employer.

Where can I learn finance for free?

MIT OpenCourseWare, Open Yale Courses, Damodaran's materials and many Coursera courses (audit mode) offer finance learning at no cost.

What credentials matter in India?

Chartered Accountancy (ICAI), Cost and Management Accountancy (ICMAI), NISM market certifications, IIBF banking certificates and international credentials such as CFA, FRM and CPA.

Is this investment advice?

No. This page lists learning resources only and is not investment, tax or financial advice.

How current is this page?

Links were checked in October 2026. Exam structures, eligibility rules and fees change often, so confirm details on each body's own page. Descriptions summarize each provider's pages, and listing is not an endorsement. This page is educational and is not investment, tax or financial advice. Sites that block automated checks, such as Corporate Finance Institute, Investopedia and the IMF, are kept and may need a manual click.