Learners can expect to acquire advanced skills in leveraging data for financial decision-making, with outcomes including proficiency in risk assessment, investment valuation, and strategic financial planning. Industry partnerships offer exposure to real-world applications, ensuring a curriculum aligned with industry needs and providing opportunities for hands-on experience in the dynamic realms of data analysis and finance.
Data & Finance for the future Specialization
Data & Finance for the future Specialization
A Specialization for Strategic Financial Insights. Master the Intersection of Finance and Data Analysis.
Instructors: Fabiana Cherubim Bortoleto
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Intermediate level
Some related experience required
5 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
(58 reviews)
Intermediate level
Some related experience required
5 months at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Earn a career credential
Share your expertise with employers
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
- Regression Analysis
- Business Valuation
- Business Analytics
- Data Analysis
- Working Capital
- Income Statement
- Business Economics
- Cash Flows
- Statistical Inference
- Economics
- Market Dynamics
- Financial Statement Analysis
- Financial Accounting
- Financial Analysis
- Competitive Analysis
- Business Planning
- Balance Sheet
- International Finance
- Data-Driven Decision-Making
- Descriptive Statistics
What’s included
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Taught in English
42 practice exercises
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- Learn in-demand skills from university and industry experts
- Master a subject or tool with hands-on projects
- Develop a deep understanding of key concepts
- Earn a career certificate from Fundação Instituto de Administração
Specialization - 4 course series
What you'll learn
Concept of Gross Domestic Product, why it is crucial for your business plan as it is also considered to be the income of the country
Components of the Gross Domestic Product: consumption, investments, government, exports, imports and Keynes multiplier
Monetary Policy, Balance of Payments, and Real Exchange Rate
Skills you'll gain
Business Planning, Investments, Economics, Supply And Demand, Business Economics, Market Dynamics, Business Strategy, and International Finance
What you'll learn
Interpret the main financial statements and reports
Understand business performance across time
Evaluate company results and peer comparison
Use financial ratios to diagnose the company's economic status
Skills you'll gain
Cash Flows, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Working Capital, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Gross Profit, Operating Expense, Depreciation, and Performance Analysis
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference, Business Analysis, Business Analytics, Strategic Decision-Making, and Data Science
What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
Business Valuation, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Finance, Investment Management, Financial Modeling, Financial Forecasting, Cash Flows, Market Analysis, and Competitive Analysis
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Frequently asked questions
For this specialization, you will need a general knowledge of business concepts, models, and tools. Learners don't need to have business administration certificate, though.
From an academic standpoint, we would recommend taking the courses, modules, and lessons in the presented order.
After completing the specialization in data analysis and finance, you will possess the skills to proficiently analyze financial data, model complex financial scenarios, and make strategic decisions based on quantitative insights. This expertise will empower you to contribute valuable insights to financial decision-making processes, assess risks effectively, and enhance overall financial performance in various business contexts.
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