Today we’re going to look at the top five websites to learn Accounting online. Okay, so in this article, we’ll look at accounting in general. Even if you need resources at a more advanced level, for example, Accounting for CA/CMA/ACCA/CIMA, etc. you can go through this article and who knows you find just the resource you need!
The websites which we’ll be covering are tried and tested by our fellows and they are categorized from 5th to 1st based on the quality of teaching, accessibility and the cost structure. We’ll be providing links to all the resources. Without any further due, let’s get started!
5. COURSERA
The first one on our list at the 5th position is Coursera. This is a platform where you can not only learn but also get certified in Accounting as well as various other courses. This course is completely paid and comes with a 7 Day Free trial. Not that there are no free courses, but then you won’t get a certificate unless you pay. The courses are offered by many reputed universities. The program can be completed at one’s own pace as per the student’s continence. Coursera also has an app that is available on both, the Play Store and the App Store. Coming to Accounting, the course includes videos that can be accessed at any time from any device. Once you opt-in for a course, you’re also provided with notes & exercises for an overall understanding of the concept. The pricing comes to 5831 INR or somewhere around 78 USD.
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4. MISS CPA
This website provides a complete knowledge of Accounting, Book Keeping, Finance, Business and Managerial Accounting. All the content is provided in terms of articles. The website has a simple yet appealing interface. The website keeps uploading a blog related to Accounting now and then. The best part about this resource is that is completely free of cost. The resource person also has written various books which can be purchased through Amazon. The books start at around 20 USD or 1500 INR.
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3. SIMPLE STUDIES
‘Simple Studies’ is yet another educational website that helps students and professionals to learn Accounting. As the name suggests, the website has a pretty simple interface and provides all the resources in terms of articles. The website covers almost all Accounting topics. Most of the content provided is free of cost, but then you need to pay for a few complex topics. The website also provides resources regarding Managerial Accounting. The website also has a Forum where many professionals and students put up their articles relating to Accounting and Finance. Simple Studies also offers an Accountants’ Dictionary where you can type in any Accounting term and get a clear-cut understanding of the term. You can also attain a Certificate once you complete the course. The website charges you around 99 USD or 7500 INR for its membership. The membership includes access to practice problems, a completely ad-free experience, course notes, and a personalized study dashboard.
Here’s the Link to the official website!
2. OPEN LEARN
‘Open Learn’ is an online resource platform that provides knowledge about not only Accounting but also various other subjects such as Science, Human Resources, Humanities, Mathematics, etc. The website has a course-based approach and most of the courses are completely free. The best part about these courses is you’ll also receive a ‘Statement of Completion’ once you complete a particular course that too, free of cost. The website uses Audio and Video visuals to explain the concepts. They also have small activities between the course which enhances the learning experience. The website also provides notes in various formats including Kindle, PDF, Word, etc. Coming to the Accounting part, the website offers various courses which are further classified into Introductory, Intermediary and Advanced levels.
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1. PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTING
Now, let us look at the #1 website on our list, and it is in the first position for a reason. The website provides knowledge about Accountancy, right from scratch. This is a dedicated website to learn Accounting. The founder, Dr. Walther, Ph.D., CPA, CMA and is also a senior professor at Huntsman School of Business at Utah State University. This website not only provides you with articles but also with YouTube videos for a better understanding of the concept. There’s also a MyExcel Lab for a student’s self-assessment. The website also offers a Glossary, which is something like an Accounting Dictionary which we’ve discussed earlier. The website also has articles that explain some value-added topics such as Time Value of Money. All of this for free! That’s interesting right! Dr. Walther has also authored various books that are available online. They also have a certificate program that starts at 99 USD or somewhere around 7500 INR. The website’s interface is also minimalistic which enhances the overall learning experience.
Here’s a Link to the website!
Now that you’ve scrolled till here, we have a bonus resource for you!
0. LEARN ACCOUNTING FOR FREE
Now, this one’s an honourable mention in this list. Learn Accounting for Free, as the name suggests is an online free resource provider that helps students and professionals learn Accounting. The website uses text and videos to illustrate the content. We also have a Glossary, which will be beneficial to those who’re new to Accounting. This is a completely free platform, with no hidden charges. The website also offers 100s of practice problems. The website has also been noted in the New York Times. There are 16 lessons in all which include topics such as Accounting Cycle, Inventory, Debt & Equity Financing, etc.
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