Governmental Accounting

Governmental Accounting is a unique subset of general financial accounting, dedicated to the practices, standards, and ethical considerations of public sector finance. Coursera's Governmental Accounting catalogue equips you with an understanding of the financial systems used by local, state, and federal governments. You'll learn the fundamentals of public budgeting, the nuances of fund accounting, the creation and interpretation of financial statements, and the regulations that govern public-sector financial practices. This skill can be immensely beneficial whether you're a public official, a financial professional aiming to work with government agencies, or anyone interested in understanding the fiscal workings of the public sector.