Machine Learning for Accounting with Python

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Approx. 63 hours to complete

Course Summary

This course teaches machine learning techniques in accounting using Python programming language. Students will learn how to apply machine learning to financial analysis and decision making.

Key Learning Points

  • Learn how to use Python for financial analysis and machine learning
  • Apply machine learning techniques to accounting and finance
  • Gain practical skills for data-driven decision making in financial analysis

Job Positions & Salaries of people who have taken this course might have

    • USA: $65,000 - $110,000
    • India: ₹300,000 - ₹1,000,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €60,000
    • USA: $65,000 - $110,000
    • India: ₹300,000 - ₹1,000,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €60,000

    • USA: $60,000 - $100,000
    • India: ₹300,000 - ₹1,000,000
    • Spain: €25,000 - €45,000
    • USA: $65,000 - $110,000
    • India: ₹300,000 - ₹1,000,000
    • Spain: €30,000 - €60,000

    • USA: $60,000 - $100,000
    • India: ₹300,000 - ₹1,000,000
    • Spain: €25,000 - €45,000

    • USA: $80,000 - $150,000
    • India: ₹500,000 - ₹2,500,000
    • Spain: €40,000 - €80,000

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Learning Outcomes

  • Ability to use Python for financial analysis and machine learning
  • Application of machine learning techniques to accounting and finance
  • Practical skills for data-driven decision making in financial analysis

Prerequisites or good to have knowledge before taking this course

  • Basic knowledge of Python programming
  • Understanding of accounting and finance

Course Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Course Format

  • Online
  • Self-paced
  • Video lectures
  • Hands-on exercises

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Description

This course, Machine Learning for Accounting with Python, introduces machine learning algorithms (models) and their applications in accounting problems. It covers classification, regression, clustering, text analysis, time series analysis. It also discusses model evaluation and model optimization. This course provides an entry point for students to be able to apply proper machine learning models on business related datasets with Python to solve various problems.

Knowledge

  • The concept of various machine learning algorithms.
  • How to apply machine learning models on datasets with Python in Jupyter Notebook.
  • How to evaluate machine learning models.
  • How to optimize machine learning models.

Outline

  • INTRODUCTION TO THE COURSE
  • Course Introduction
  • About Linden Lu
  • Syllabus
  • Glossary
  • Update Your Profile
  • MODULE 1: INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE LEARNING
  • Module 1 Introduction
  • 1.1 Introduction to Machine Learning
  • 1.2 Introduction to Data Preprocessing
  • 1.3 Introduction to Machine Learning Algorithms
  • Module 1 Overview and Resources
  • Module 1 Quiz
  • MODULE 2: FUNDAMENTAL ALGORITHMS I
  • Module 2 Introduction
  • 2.1 Introduction to Linear Regression
  • 2.2 Introduction to Logistic Regression
  • 2.3 Introduction to Decision Tree
  • Module 2 Overview and Resources
  • Module 2 Quiz
  • MODULE 3: Fundamental Algorithms II
  • Module 3 Introduction
  • 3.1 Introduction to K-nearest Neighbors
  • 3.2 Introduction to Support Vector Machine
  • 3.3 Introduction to Bagging and Random Forest
  • Module 3 Overview and Resources
  • Module 3 Quiz
  • MODULE 4: MODEL EVALUATION
  • Module 4 Introduction
  • 4.1 Regressive Evaluation Metrics
  • 4.2 Classification Evaluation Metrics I
  • 4.3 Classification Evaluation Metrics II
  • Module 4 Overview and Resources
  • Module 4 Quiz
  • MODULE 5: MODEL OPTIMIZATION
  • Module 5 Introduction
  • 5.1 Introduction to Feature Selection
  • 5.2 Introduction to Cross-Validation
  • 5.3 Introduction to Model Selection
  • Module 5 Overview and Resources
  • Module 5 Quiz
  • MODULE 6: INTRODUCTION TO TEXT ANALYSIS
  • Module 6 Introduction
  • 6.1 Introduction to Text Analytics
  • 6.2 Introduction to Text Classification
  • 6.3 Introduction to Text Classification II
  • Module 6 Overview and Resources
  • Module 6 Quiz
  • MODULE 7: INTRODUCTOIN TO CLUSTERING
  • Module 7 Introduction
  • 7.1 Introduction to K-means Clustering
  • 7.2 K-means Case Study
  • 7.3 Introduction to Density Based Clustering
  • Module 7 Overview and Resources
  • Module 7 Quiz
  • MODULE 8: INTRODUCTION TO TIME SERIES DATA
  • Module 8 Introduction
  • 8.1 Working with Dates and Times
  • 8.2 Analyzing Time Series Data
  • Gies Online Programs
  • Module 8 Overview and Resources
  • Congratulations!
  • Module 8 Quiz

Summary of User Reviews

Discover the power of machine learning in accounting with this comprehensive course on Coursera. Students rave about the practical nature of the course, which provides hands-on experience with real-world scenarios. Many students appreciate the in-depth explanations and step-by-step tutorials provided throughout the lessons.

Key Aspect Users Liked About This Course

Practical nature of the course

Pros from User Reviews

  • Hands-on experience with real-world scenarios
  • In-depth explanations and step-by-step tutorials
  • Great for beginners
  • Excellent instructor
  • Good value for the price

Cons from User Reviews

  • Some topics may be too basic for advanced users
  • Lack of interaction with other students
  • No certificate offered for free version
  • Requires basic programming knowledge
  • Some technical issues reported
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Approx. 63 hours to complete
Linden Lu
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
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