13 online courses that could help you get rich

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The wealthiest, most successful people appreciate the power of learning long after college or any formal education is over.

Today, it's easier than ever to continue your education with the chance to take online courses from some of the best universities in the world.

From learning personal finance basics to developing negotiation skills, we've picked out some of the best classes for anyone who is looking to expand their knowledge and grow their wealth. All are free, but some have paid versions that offer more extensive experiences.

Antonia Farzan contributed to an earlier version of this article.

Trick yourself into making smarter choices

"Behavioral Economics in Action," University of Toronto

Behavioral economics answers questions like, "How can we get people to save more money?"

But this class doesn't just teach you about theory.

It also gives you practical methods to apply in real life, which could come in handy if you know that you should be handling your money better, but can't seem to follow through.

Next session: Always available

Figure out how to decode the books

"Introduction to Financial Accounting," University of Pennsylvania Wharton School

After learning how to read the three most common financial statements — income statements, balance sheets, and cash-flow statements — you'll develop an understanding of how to make smart decisions based on what those reports tell you.

Next session: April 18 — May 22

Build a productive relationship with your money

"Love Your Money," University of Tennessee and FINRA

If you want to make better decisions about managing your money but don't know where to start, the Love Your Money program is for you.

It covers topics like building wealth, settling goals, budgets, credit cards, debt, 401(k) programs, and identity theft.

Next session: Always available