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University of Maryland, College Park

AI Applications in Accounting and Finance

University of Maryland, College Park via Coursera

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In this course, you will learn: How to work with unstructured financial data like earnings call transcripts, press releases, and ESG disclosures. How to apply machine learning and AI tools to real-world financial documents, images, and social media signals. How to evaluate and use emerging technologies with minimal coding requirements—no tech background needed. Detailed description: Designed for accounting and finance students and professionals, this course removes the common barriers to learning AI by integrating practical, job-relevant applications directly into the business context you already understand. Using real business data and use cases, you will learn how AI is used in accounting to solve accounting problems and complete accounting tasks. Each module includes engaging video lessons, guided exercises, and accessible tutorials that help you grasp key concepts. By the end, you will not only understand how AI works in finance, you will be able to use it confidently. Whether you are preparing for a career in corporate finance, accounting, consulting, or fintech, this course will give you a competitive edge.

Syllabus

  • Course Introduction and Module 1: Data Analytics in Finance and Accounting
  • Module 2: Analyzing Annual Reports
  • Module 3: Emerging AI Technology in Textual Analysis
  • Course Wrap-Up

Taught by

Sean Cao

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