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Beginner Data Analysis Courses

Beginner data analysis courses can help you learn data collection techniques, basic statistical concepts, data visualization, and interpretation of results. You can build skills in using spreadsheets for data manipulation, creating charts for visual representation, and applying descriptive statistics to summarize findings. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, Google Sheets, and data visualization software such as Tableau, showing you how to effectively analyze and present data to support decision-making.


Popular Beginner Data Analysis Courses and Certifications


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    AI CERTs

    Prompt Engineering Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, Responsible AI, OpenAI, LLM Application, Generative AI, LangChain, Generative AI Agents, ChatGPT, Vibe coding, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Debugging, Ideation, Productivity, Code Review, Computer Programming Tools, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Houston

    Math behind Moneyball

    Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Predictive Analytics, Game Theory, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Modeling, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Performance Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Data Analysis Software, Business Mathematics, Forecasting, Probability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Principles of fMRI 2

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Image Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Network Analysis, Psychology, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Matlab, Neurology, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    IBM DevOps and Software Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, CI/CD, Software Development Life Cycle, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Continuous Integration, Istio, Linux Commands, Software Architecture, Agile Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Cloud Computing Architecture, Application Deployment, Test Driven Development (TDD), Restful API, Git (Version Control System), DevOps, Grafana, Software Engineering, Data Import/Export, Application Development

    Build toward a degree

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    64K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Design of Experiments

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Sample Size Determination, Research Design, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Design Strategies, Sampling (Statistics), Probability & Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Analysis, Model Evaluation, Data Transformation, Descriptive Statistics, Probability Distribution, Variance Analysis, Data Analysis

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    379 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    LangGraph Framework

    Skills you'll gain: LangGraph, AI Orchestration, LangChain, LLM Application, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Context Management, Distributed Computing, Software Design Patterns

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Multiple educators

    Machine Learning for Trading

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Methods, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Trading, Reinforcement Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Supervised Learning, Data Pipelines, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Machine Learning, Technical Analysis, Deep Learning, Securities Trading, Portfolio Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Agentic AI Protocols (MCP, A2A, ACP)

    Skills you'll gain: AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, Collaborative Software, System Design and Implementation, Interoperability, Coordination, Communication Systems, Network Protocols, Workflow Management, Case Studies, Scalability

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAS

    SAS Advanced Programmer

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, SAS (Software), Database Management, Query Languages, Case Studies, Data Access, Program Development, Statistical Programming, Data Presentation, Scripting, Perl (Programming Language), Data Processing, Automation, Data Integration, Stored Procedure, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Debugging, Data Validation, Data Analysis

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Excel Skills for Business: Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Productivity Software, Data Analysis Software, Business Analytics, Analytical Skills

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    DevOps, DataOps, MLOps

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Containerization, Tensorflow, Rust (Programming Language), Microsoft Copilot, DevOps, Hugging Face, Applied Machine Learning, Cloud Solutions, CI/CD, Machine Learning, Serverless Computing, Docker (Software), GitHub, Big Data

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google IT Automation with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Debugging, Bash (Scripting Language), Test Automation, Puppet (Configuration Management Tool), Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud Services, Technical Communication, Web Services, Email Automation, Automation, Python Programming, Interviewing Skills, Applicant Tracking Systems, Configuration Management, Program Development, Programming Principles

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    Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner data analysis courses

  • Prompt Engineering Mastery: AI CERTs
  • Math behind Moneyball: University of Houston
  • Principles of fMRI 2: Johns Hopkins University
  • IBM DevOps and Software Engineering: IBM
  • Design of Experiments: Arizona State University
  • LangGraph Framework: Coursera
  • Machine Learning for Trading: Google Cloud
  • Agentic AI Protocols (MCP, A2A, ACP): Coursera
  • SAS Advanced Programmer: SAS
  • Excel Skills for Business: Essentials: Macquarie University

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