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Basic Statistics Courses

Basic Statistics courses can help you learn data collection methods, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. You can build skills in interpreting data sets, conducting surveys, and performing regression analysis. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, and Python, that support analyzing data and visualizing results. By applying these skills and tools, you can effectively communicate findings and make informed decisions based on statistical evidence.


Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Linear Algebra: Orthogonality and Diagonalization

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Numerical Analysis, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Algebra, Mathematical Modeling

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    45 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Planification des mobilités

    Skills you'll gain: Community Development, Policy Development, Strategic Prioritization, Forecasting, Economic Development, Spatial Analysis, Policy Analysis, Needs Assessment, Trend Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Sociology, Environmental Issue, Qualitative Research

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    16 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Lean Manufacturing & Robotics for Flexible Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Industrial Engineering, Operational Efficiency, Quality Improvement, Manufacturing Operations, Process Improvement, Emerging Technologies, Manufacturing Processes, Robotics, Automation

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    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Software Development with ChatGPT: Generating Code with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Generative AI, Debugging, ChatGPT, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Python Programming, Prompt Engineering, Software Development, Application Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    American Council on Exercise

    Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course

    Skills you'll gain: Selling Techniques, Exercise Science, Sales, Goal Setting, Health And Wellness Coaching, Customer Retention, Smart Goals, Nutrition and Diet, Consultative Selling, Customer Acquisition Management, Patient Education And Counseling, Workplace inclusivity, Motivational Interviewing, Patient Communication, Safety Training, Kinesiology, Active Listening, Performance Measurement, Health Education, Injury Prevention

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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Risk Management Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Data Ethics, Business Risk Management, Generative AI, AI Enablement, Compliance Management, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Regulatory Compliance, Governance, Mitigation, Artificial Intelligence, Continuous Monitoring

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnKartS

    Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment with Jenkins

    Skills you'll gain: Jenkins, CI/CD, Apache Tomcat, Apache Maven, Docker (Software), Continuous Integration, Application Lifecycle Management, Shell Script, Continuous Deployment, Application Deployment, DevOps, Continuous Delivery, Command-Line Interface, Git (Version Control System)

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    Rating, 3.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 (220-1102)

    Skills you'll gain: Operating System Administration, Remote Access Systems, Local Area Networks, Software Installation, Command-Line Interface, Microsoft Windows, System Configuration, Threat Detection, System Support, Information Technology Operations, Wireless Networks, Network Security, Desktop Support, Mobile Security, Peripheral Devices, USB, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware, Data Storage Technologies, Hardware Troubleshooting

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    39 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Digital Transformation for Agile Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Operational Efficiency, Technology Strategies, Business Modeling, Business Technologies, Organizational Change, Innovation, Agile Methodology, Leadership, Business Strategies, Market Dynamics

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Special Competitive Studies Project

    AI in National Security: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Public Sector Missions

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, AI Security, Model Evaluation, Productivity Software, Artificial Intelligence, Responsible AI, AI Workflows, Organizational Change, Operational Efficiency, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    125 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    UX Design: Research, Prototyping, Accessible Interactions

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Interface (UI) Design, Design Research, Prototyping, Usability, Figma (Design Software), Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, User Experience Design, Interactive Design, User Centered Design, Mockups, Usability Testing

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Theory of Angular Momentum

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Linear Algebra, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • Linear Algebra: Orthogonality and Diagonalization: Johns Hopkins University
  • Planification des mobilités: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Lean Manufacturing & Robotics for Flexible Systems: Coursera
  • Software Development with ChatGPT: Generating Code with AI: Coursera
  • Intro to Personal Training: A Career Starter Course: American Council on Exercise
  • GenAI for Risk Management Essentials: Coursera
  • Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment with Jenkins: LearnKartS
  • CompTIA A+ Certification Core 2 (220-1102): Packt
  • Digital Transformation for Agile Organizations: Duke University
  • AI in National Security: Integrating Artificial Intelligence into Public Sector Missions: Special Competitive Studies Project

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