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Applied Data Science Courses

Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.

Popular Applied Data Science Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Applied Public Health Informatics for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Public Health, Health Policy, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Clinical Informatics, Health Care Administration, Health Administration, Informatics, Health Care, Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Sharing, Health Technology, Interoperability

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Harnessing the Power of Data with Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Analysis, Extract, Transform, Load, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis Software, Business Intelligence Software, Data Integrity, Data Cleansing, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Transformation, Data Collection

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    1.9K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Università di Napoli Federico II

    Understanding Political Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Critical Thinking, Case Studies, Research, Social Sciences, Governance, Sociology, Interactive Learning, Public Administration, Research Methodologies

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    Applied Football Analytics - Looking at real-world cases

    Skills you'll gain: Data Synthesis, Data Integration, Data Literacy, Data Storytelling, Analysis, Case Studies, Advanced Analytics, People Analytics, Analytical Skills, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Metrics, Forecasting, Media and Communications, Persuasive Communication, Databases, Database Design, Innovation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Computational Social Science Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Social Sciences, Network Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Social Impact, Simulations, Big Data, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Digital Analysis, Digital Transformation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    354 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Job Ready
    Job Ready
    B

    Ball State University

    Master of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Full-Stack Web Development, Graph Theory, Machine Learning Algorithms, Supervised Learning, File Systems, SQL, Software Engineering, Data Visualization, Statistical Methods, Theoretical Computer Science, Cryptography, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), SAS (Software), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Text Mining, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Natural Language Processing

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • M

    Microsoft

    Analysis and Visualization of Data with Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Power BI, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Sharing, Statistical Analysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    24 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • R

    Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea

    AI Applied to Health and Injury Prevention

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Accident Prevention, Data Ethics, Kinesiology, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Human Factors, Child Development, Predictive Analytics, AI Integrations, Working With Children, Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Epidemiology, Neurology, Continuous Monitoring, Load Balancing, Decision Support Systems, Emerging Technologies

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Applied Financial Decision Making and Ethics

    Skills you'll gain: Working Capital, Financial Statement Analysis, Portfolio Risk, Business Ethics, Portfolio Management, Cash Management, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Investment Management, Business Valuation, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Financial Management, Business Risk Management, Risk Modeling, Cash Flows, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    Niel Asher Education

    Applied Acupuncture Techniques for Common Conditions

    Skills you'll gain: Manual Therapy, Neurology, Athletic Training, Medical Practices and Procedures, Respiratory Therapy

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    Utrecht University

    Inequality and Democracy

    Skills you'll gain: Lobbying, Social Justice, Political Sciences, Socioeconomics, Tax Laws, Economic Development, Civil Law, Social Sciences, Economics, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Public Policies, Governance, International Finance, Sociology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Applied Python: Web Dev, Machine Learning & Cryptography

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Event-Driven Programming, Encryption, Cryptographic Protocols, Server Side, Web Development, Regression Analysis, Apache, Model Training, Web Services, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Secure Coding, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Web Scraping, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    75 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular applied data science courses

  • Applied Public Health Informatics for Leaders: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Harnessing the Power of Data with Power BI: Microsoft
  • Understanding Political Concepts: Università di Napoli Federico II
  • Applied Football Analytics - Looking at real-world cases: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Computational Social Science Methods: University of California, Davis
  • Master of Science in Computer Science: Ball State University
  • Analysis and Visualization of Data with Power BI: Microsoft
  • AI Applied to Health and Injury Prevention: Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
  • Applied Financial Decision Making and Ethics: EDUCBA
  • Applied Acupuncture Techniques for Common Conditions: Niel Asher Education

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