Loans involve borrowing money that must be repaid with interest, facilitating financial management and investment. Coursera's loan catalogue teaches you about the various aspects of loan systems, both from the borrower's and lender's perspectives. You'll learn about the types of loans, principles of lending, risk assessment, loan structuring, and repayment strategies. The catalogue further helps you understand the implications of loans in personal finance, small business management, and larger economic systems. Learn to navigate the world of lending with mastery over concepts such as interest rates, collateral, loan-to-value ratio, amortization, and much more.