Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities are the governing bodies that oversee, regulate and enforce rules and standards in the financial industry to protect investors. Coursera's Financial Industry Regulatory Authorities catalogue teaches you about the key regulatory bodies, their roles, responsibilities and the regulatory framework they operate within. You'll learn about the mechanisms to ensure the integrity of financial markets, the importance of investor protection, the implications of non-compliance, and the processes used to enforce regulatory compliance. This knowledge could be crucial for those in finance, law, compliance and anyone interested in the ethical and legal aspects of the finance industry.