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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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    IBM

    Security Analyst Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Penetration Testing, Incident Response, Cyber Threat Hunting, Computer Security Incident Management, Incident Management, Data Loss Prevention, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Threat Detection, Vulnerability Scanning, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Application Security, Security Management, Encryption, DevSecOps, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Attacks, Threat Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Planning, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Planning, Earned Value Management, Risk Management, Project Implementation, Project Scoping, Project Management, Risk Analysis, Project Schedules, Agile Methodology, Agile Project Management, Work Breakdown Structure, Kanban Principles

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Power BI Developer and Architect

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Azure Synapse Analytics, Microsoft Azure, Business Reporting, Database Design, Data Lakes, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Architecture, Enterprise Security, Data Governance, Data Management, Performance Analysis, Solution Architecture, Governance, Analytics, Automation, Regulation and Legal Compliance

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Analyze and Act on Audience Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Survey Creation, Customer Insights, Data Import/Export, Data Presentation, Market Research, Marketing Analytics, Customer Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Target Audience, Presentations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Storytelling, Strategic Marketing, Data Capture, Data Collection

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Forecast and Validate Your Marketing Traffic

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Data Validation, Media Planning, Variance Analysis, Regression Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Web Analytics, Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Marketing Budgets, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Quality, Advertising Campaigns

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Analyze Financials: Balance, Budget, and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Variance Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Data, Financial Acumen, Analysis, Auditing, Financial Statements, Reconciliation, Business Communication, Business Analysis, Accounting, Financial Auditing, Accounting Records, Budgeting, Verification And Validation, Investigation, Business Strategy

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Introduction to User Experience Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Prototyping, User Centered Design, Usability, Requirements Analysis, UI/UX Research, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Usability Testing, User Research

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Generative AI Essentials for Finance and Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering Tools, Miro AI, Financial Accounting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Accounting, Risk Analysis, Cash Flows, Data Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SAS

    Advanced SAS Programming Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Perl (Programming Language), Data Processing, Statistical Programming, Stored Procedure, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Automate Reports and Dashboards with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Project Risk Management, Performance Reporting, Risk Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Management Software, Project Performance, Project Portfolio Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Data Visualization, Extract, Transform, Load, A/B Testing, Data Governance, Data Literacy, Classification Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Infographics, Data Collection, Customer Analysis, Business Analytics, Analytics, Ggplot2, Business Analysis, Internal Controls, Data Analysis, Power BI, Machine Learning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Java Programming: Solving Problems with Software

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Programming, Java Programming, Java, Debugging, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Engineering, Algorithms, Software Design, Problem Solving, Integrated Development Environments, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis Software, File I/O

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Security Analyst Fundamentals: IBM
  • Fundamentals of Project Planning and Management: University of Virginia
  • Microsoft Power BI Developer and Architect: Microsoft
  • Analyze and Act on Audience Insights: Coursera
  • Forecast and Validate Your Marketing Traffic: Coursera
  • Analyze Financials: Balance, Budget, and Beyond: Coursera
  • Introduction to User Experience Design : Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Generative AI Essentials for Finance and Accounting: Edureka
  • Advanced SAS Programming Techniques: SAS
  • Automate Reports and Dashboards with AI: Coursera

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