Business Finance and Data Analysis Fundamentals

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Rice University's Business Finance and Data Analysis Fundamentals Specialization builds the vocabulary and mechanics behind every finance conversation — balance sheets, income statements, and cash flows — before you ever touch advanced modeling.

Aimed at beginners, it's less about crunching numbers in a vacuum and more about reading financial statements the way accountants and analysts actually do, covering accrual accounting, bookkeeping, and general ledger fundamentals along the way.

Key takeaways

• Reading and interpreting balance sheets and income statements
• Accrual accounting and bookkeeping fundamentals
• Financial statement analysis and reporting

With over 17,300 learners enrolled, it's a solid foundation for anyone who needs to speak finance fluently — founders, product managers, or analysts early in their careers.