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Data Analysis Courses for Beginners

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


  • C

    Coursera

    Build a Professional Resume using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Professional Development, Graphic Design, Keyword Research, Content Optimization, Business Writing, Recruitment, Data Visualization

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    937 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Patrocinio Deportivo

    Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Proposal Writing, Promotional Strategies, Branding, Event Marketing, Brand Management, Brand Strategy, Promotions and Campaigns, Marketing Communications, Philanthropy, Business Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Marketing, Stakeholder Analysis, Stakeholder Management, Event Management, Strategic Partnership, Driving engagement, Strategic Communication, Communication

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    419 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • 2

    28DIGITAL

    Architecting Smart IoT Devices

    Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Embedded Systems, Threat Modeling, Systems Architecture, System Software, Hardening, Debugging, Computer Architecture, Hardware Architecture, Internet Of Things, Application Security, General Networking, Wireless Networks, Operating Systems, Performance Tuning, System Requirements, Network Protocols, Open Source Technology

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    351 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Patent Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Legal Strategy, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Case Studies, Asset Protection, Case Law, Business Strategy, Lawsuits, Innovation, Court Systems, Analysis, Litigation and Civil Justice

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    320 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Machine Learning Operations (MLOps): Getting Started - Español

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Google Cloud Platform, Model Deployment, DevOps, AI Workflows, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Methods, Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    The World Bank Group

    From Climate Science to Action

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Mitigation, Sustainable Development, Social Impact, Mitigation, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Policy, Natural Resource Management, Water Resources, Environmental Science, Water Resource Management, Scientific Methods, Policy Analysis, Collaboration, Policy Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    478 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Model Deployment, iOS Development, Apple iOS, Android Development, Tensorflow, Swift Programming, Model Training, Mobile Development, Embedded Systems, Computer Vision, Machine Learning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    655 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Accounting for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Accounting, Financial Statement Analysis, Accounting, General Accounting, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Fixed Asset, Revenue Management, Equities, Decision Making

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    480 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Minnesota

    Lean Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Process Mapping, Kanban Principles, Kaizen Methodology, Process Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Lean Manufacturing, Agile Software Development, Business Workflow Analysis, Product Development, Agile Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Software Development, Scrum (Software Development), Software Development Methodologies, Continuous Improvement Process, Product Testing, Waste Minimization

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    433 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Vertex AI Search for Retail

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Dataflow, Big Data, Data Pipelines, Data Store, Serverless Computing, Data Migration, Model Training, Apache Hadoop, Data Storage Technologies, Identity and Access Management, Data Storage, Tensorflow, Cloud Storage, AI Personalization, Advanced Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, AI Integrations, Site Reliability Engineering, Data Processing

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    135 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • M

    MongoDB Inc.

    Introduction to MongoDB

    Skills you'll gain: MongoDB, Database Systems, Database Development, Operational Databases, Database Management, Transaction Processing, Databases, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, Data Store, Database Administration, Data Modeling, Database Design, Query Languages, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Cloud Deployment, Cloud Platforms, Application Development

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    109 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    Ethical Leadership Through Giving Voice to Values

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership Development, Professional Development, Business Ethics, Organizational Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Personal Integrity, Employee Coaching, Overcoming Objections, Leadership, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Empowerment, Self-Awareness, Conflict Management, Personal Development, Decision Making, Oral Expression, Program Implementation, Action Oriented, Verbal Communication Skills, Plan Execution

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    615 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Data Analysis courses

  • Build a Professional Resume using Canva: Coursera
  • Patrocinio Deportivo: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Architecting Smart IoT Devices: 28DIGITAL
  • Patent Law: University of Pennsylvania
  • Machine Learning Operations (MLOps): Getting Started - Español: Google Cloud
  • From Climate Science to Action: The World Bank Group
  • Device-based Models with TensorFlow Lite: DeepLearning.AI
  • Accounting for Decision Making: University of Michigan
  • Lean Software Development: University of Minnesota
  • Vertex AI Search for Retail: Google Cloud

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