Cost Accounting is a form of managerial accounting that aims to capture a company's total cost of production by assessing the variable costs of each step of production as well as fixed costs. Coursera's Cost Accounting catalogue teaches you how to analyze and control these costs to improve profitability. You'll learn how to make cost-effective decisions, design and implement cost accounting systems, set and adjust prices, measure performance, and manage costs in different industries. As a result, you'll enhance your strategic planning abilities and gain the knowledge needed to interpret and manage financial information effectively, equipping you for roles in financial management, auditing, and business analysis.