Free Online Forecasting Courses & MOOCs

Coursera

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

Applying Data Analytics in Finance (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Business

Dive into the world of financial analytics with our expert-led course. Gain a deep understanding of why, when, and how to apply data analytics in real-world finance scenarios. Explore techniques for analyzing time series data, evaluating risk-reward trade-offs, and more. Ideal for finance professionals looking to leverage data analytics for better decision-making.

Sep 6th 2026

4 Weeks

Finance Forecasting Financial Analysis

EdX

Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore,IIMBx

Predictive Analytics (edX)

Management & Leadership Statistics & Data Analysis

Dive into the world of Predictive Analytics with edX's expert-led course. Gain a deep understanding of statistical techniques and learn how to harness data to make informed business decisions. Perfect for professionals aiming to refine their pricing strategies, predict customer behavior, and improve product recommendations based on analytics.

Self Paced

5-12 Weeks

Statistics Analysis Regression

FutureLearn

University of Leeds

Starting a Business 5: Managing Finances (FutureLearn)

Management & Leadership Business

Discover how effective financial management can transform your startup into a thriving enterprise with 'Starting a Business 5: Managing Finances'. This online course will equip you with the essential skills in forecasting, budgeting, and managing finances to drive profitability and sustainability. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refine your existing business practices, this course is designed for entrepreneurs at all stages of their journey.

Self Paced

2 Weeks

Business Forecasting Business Planning

Coursera

ESSEC Business School

Foundations of strategic business analytics (Coursera)

Management & Leadership Business

Dive into the world of strategic business analytics with this expert-led course designed for students, analysts, and data scientists. Gain a deeper understanding of how to apply statistical methods effectively in real-world business scenarios using R or other programming languages. Ideal for those with a background in statistics looking to transition into a business analysis role.

Aug 31st 2026

4 Weeks

Data Analysis Analytics Presentations

FutureLearn

National Tsing Hua University

Business Analytics Using Forecasting (FutureLearn)

Management & Leadership Business

Discover how businesses can leverage big data analytics to make accurate forecasts and improve decision-making processes. This FutureLearn course will guide you through the essentials of forecasting using big data, empowering you to transform raw data into actionable insights that drive organizational success.

Self Paced

5-12 Weeks

Big Data Data Modeling Forecasting

EdX

DartmouthX,Dartmouth College

Retail Fundamentals (edX)

Management & Leadership

Dive into the world of retail with our foundational course designed for aspiring and experienced professionals alike. Gain a deep understanding of key components such as forecasting, inventory management, product assortment planning, and strategic pricing to elevate your career in the dynamic retail industry.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Forecasting Pricing Retail Strategy

Coursera

West Virginia University

Forecasting, Budgeting, Territories, Evaluation and Legal/Ethical Issues (Coursera)

Business

Unlock the secrets to successful sales operations with our specialized course on Forecasting, Budgeting, Territories, Evaluation, and Legal/Ethical Issues. This course is designed for those who want to excel in managing sales teams, setting realistic goals, optimizing territories, assessing performance, and understanding the legal and ethical considerations of sales management.

Aug 31st 2026

4 Weeks

Management Ethics Sales

Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates (edX)

EdX

Hamad Bin Khalifa University - HBKU,HBKUx

Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates (edX)

Sci: Energy & Earth Sciences

Discover how to harness the power of the sun in desert environments through our Solar Resource Assessment in Desert Climates course. Learn about solar radiation, solar spectra, weather forecasting, and more to ensure successful PV deployment in challenging conditions.

Self Paced

Self-Paced

Solar Energy Forecasting Photovoltaic Technologies

Coursera

IBM

Specialized Models: Time Series and Survival Analysis (Coursera)

Data Science

Dive into the world of specialized machine learning models with 'Specialized Models: Time Series and Survival Analysis'. This comprehensive online course will equip you with essential skills in forecasting and analyzing complex datasets that involve time components or censored data. Perfect for professionals looking to advance their predictive modeling expertise.

Aug 31st 2026

4 Weeks

Calculus Python Statistics