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Professional Academy has curated courses since 2008 to make quality online courses freely available to all who want to learn. The courses are created by expert educators who draw on a wide range of learning materials, chosen from free and open online educational resources.

Professional Academy doesn't just provide university-grade courses, they also deliver a self-paced learning experience which replicates the third-level classroom.

By learning with Professional Academy, you are putting your best foot forward and choosing the best courses to help with your continuing professional development.

Free, Online Courses Created by Professional Academy

  • Diploma

    Diploma in Operations and Supply Management

    6-10 hrs
    See how operations management can help you design products that meet your customers' needs with this free online course.
  • Certificate

    Introduction to Corporate Finance

    1.5-3 hrs
    This comprehensive course covers everything you need to know about the proper financial governance of a formal company.
  • Certificate

    Beginner Financial Statements

    1.5-3 hrs
    Do you know how to draw up and analyze accurate financial statements? This course breaks down this important skill.
  • Certificate

    Introduction to Finance and Financial Analysis

    6-10 hrs
    How can you make better financial decisions for your company? Learn more about corporate finance with this free course.
  • Certificate

    The Accounting Cycle and Financial Statements

    1.5-3 hrs
    Master the core basics of accounting standards and cycles, financial statements and cash flows with this free course.
  • Certificate

    Accounting for Inventory

    1.5-3 hrs
    Keeping an accurate account of your inventory is essential for any business or organization to be successful.
  • Certificate

    Introduction to Financial Accounting

    5-6 hrs
    Explore the basic principles and techniques of modern financial accounting with this free online bookkeeping course.
  • Certificate

    Beginning English as a Second Language

    1.5-3 hrs
    Master the basic grammatical principles and applications of the English language with this free online course.
  • Certificate

    Small Business: Building the Right Team

    1.5-3 hrs
    See what it takes to assemble and manage a strong team of people to achieve compatibility and success in the workplace.
  • Certificate

    Small Business: The Business Plan

    1.5-3 hrs
    Get your business off the ground and secure funding by learning how to write a comprehensive business plan.
  • Certificate

    Small Business: Marketing Strategy

    3-4 hrs
    Need a marketing plan to kickstart your business? This free online course unpacks research, strategy and forecasts.
  • Certificate

    Small Business Management

    6-10 hrs
    So you want to start a business? This free online course is the first step in the journey to your future success!
  • Certificate

    Macroeconomics: Growth and Inflation

    1.5-3 hrs
    Unpack the effects of the natural business cycle, economic inflation and unemployment in this free business course.
  • Certificate

    Overview of Macroeconomics

    1.5-3 hrs
    Master the concepts surrounding economic growth, the circular income flow and GDP in this free online business course.
  • Certificate

    Organizational Behavior and Management

    3-4 hrs
    Master the fundamentals of organizational behaviour and gain valuable management skills with this free online course.
  • Certificate

    Introduction to Customer Service Excellence

    1.5-3 hrs
    Learn the secrets to providing outstanding customer service in the corporate industry in this free online course.
  • Certificate

    Managing Groups and Individuals

    1.5-3 hrs
    Be one step ahead by learning the modern management techniques used by successful organisations for teams and groups.
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