Banking & Finance in India
Welcome to the course “Banking and Finance Sector in India”!
Banking & Finance in India is a beginner-level online course from Coursera in Banking. It is structured in 4 modules with 4 stated learning outcomes, over 14h 44m. Learners rate it 4.7/5 from 29 ratings on Coursera.
Part of our Banking courses collection, where we compare it against 1 other course.
Course highlights
| Provider | Coursera |
| Duration | 14h 44m |
| Level | Beginner |
| Mode | Self-paced |
| Language | English |
| Certificate | Yes — shareable certificate |
| Rating | 4.7★ (29 reviews) |
| Price | Check price |
About this course
The Banking & Finance in India course from O.P. Jindal Global University covers core concepts of India's financial landscape. It introduces the country's banking system, including bank regulations and retail banking services. You will also learn about financial markets, understanding how capital markets and equities function within India. The course explains financial instruments offered by banks and financial institutions to meet the needs of individuals, businesses, and governments.
This beginner-level course focuses on fundamental economic principles. It covers Money and Monetary Policy, explaining its impact on the economy. You also learn about the Basic Idea of Public Finances, including fiscal management and budgeting. The syllabus details the structure of the Banking System in India and how Financial Markets operate. The course aims to help you describe the basics of the banking sector and the structure of financial markets.
Upon completing this 14h 44m course, you will be able to describe the basics of the banking sector in India. You can explain the structure of financial markets and the financial instruments offered by banks and financial institutions. The course also equips you to explain the fundamental impact of monetary and fiscal policy on the flow of funds in the economy. Key skills developed include Financial Analysis, Banking Services, and Financial Regulation.
This course is a beginner introduction to banking courses and finance in India. It is useful for undergraduate business students and those aspiring to learn the basics. If you are looking for more specialized topics, such as payment aggregator businesses, consider the State-Bank-of-India: Payment Aggregator Business course from edX. That course is also for beginners and offers a certificate.
What you’ll learn
Level and time commitment
- This course is useful for undergraduate business students and those aspiring to learn the basics of banking and finance in India.
Skills you’ll gain
What this course covers
4 modulesThe 4-part outline Coursera publishes for this course, across 14h 44m.
Module 1 · Money and Monetary Policy
Module 2 · Basic Idea of Public Finances
Module 3 · Banking System in India
Module 4 · Financial Markets
What learners rate it
Rated 4.7/5 by 29 learners on Coursera (checked 10 Aug 2026).
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Compiled by the CoursesGlobal editorial desk. Fees, ratings, duration and certificate details for the 1 course shown are read directly from Coursera course pages — we never estimate a price or a rating. Last verified 10 August 2026.
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Compare with alternatives
Same topic, different trade-offs — here's who runs each one and what it's best at.
| Course | Provider | Rating | Price | Duration | Why pick this one |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banking & Finance in India This |
 Coursera
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4.7★ | Check price | 14h 44m | Highest rated (4.7★ from 29 reviews) |
| State-Bank-of-India: Payment Aggregator Business |
|
0.0★ | Free | 4 weeks | Free — and still gives a certificate |
Common questions
How much does Banking & Finance in India cost?
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Does Banking & Finance in India come with a certificate?
Yes — Coursera lists a certificate on completion. It is a course certificate, not a formal qualification or university credit.
How long does Banking & Finance in India take?
Coursera lists it at 14h 44m. It is self-paced, so that is the volume of material rather than a deadline — how long it actually takes depends on the hours you put in each week.
Is Banking & Finance in India suitable for beginners?
Yes. Coursera lists it at Beginner level, so no prior experience in the subject is assumed.
What does Banking & Finance in India cover?
It is organised into 4 modules, starting with Money and Monetary Policy and going on to Basic Idea of Public Finances, Banking System in India, Financial Markets . The full outline is on this page.