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.

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Cash Management, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Financial Acumen, Financial Forecasting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Operating Budget, Financial Management, Accounting
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Embeddings, Text Mining, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API), Scripting
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Secure Coding, Cryptography, Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Encryption, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Data Security, Exploitation techniques, Security Controls, Authentications, Vulnerability Management, Personally Identifiable Information
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Marketing, Digital Advertising, Marketing Strategies, New Product Development, Digital Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, MarTech, Marketing Channel, Product Promotion, Digital Transformation, Customer Engagement, Branding, Price Negotiation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Storyboarding, Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, Prototyping, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Conceptual Design, Virtual Environment, Human Centered Design, User Research, Wireframing, Data Ethics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Cybersecurity, Business Continuity, Threat Detection, Endpoint Security, Cyber Security Policies, Incident Response, Cyber Governance, Vulnerability Assessments, Network Security, Application Security, Cloud Security, Risk Management, Encryption, Authentications
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Invoicing, Billing & Invoicing, Inventory Management System, Tax Management, Accounting Software, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Small Business Accounting, Bookkeeping, Accounting, Payroll Systems, Cloud Security
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Model Evaluation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Mathematics, Laboratory Testing, Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Electric Power Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Electrical Power, Statistical Methods, Electronic Components, Research, Scripting, Algorithms, Calculus
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power Apps Component Framework, Power BI, Microsoft Azure, Dashboard, Workflow Management, Process Analysis, Microsoft Copilot, Process Mapping, AI Workflows, Business Process Automation, Microsoft 365, Process Optimization, Automation, Microsoft Visual Studio, Restful API, Application Lifecycle Management, JSON
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Hospitality Services, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Customer experience improvement, Innovation, Service Management, Hotel Operations, Customer Service, Restaurant Operation, Food and Beverage, Cultural Sensitivity, Digital Transformation, Corporate Sustainability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Electronic Systems, Electronics, Electronic Components, Basic Electrical Systems, Engineering Design Process, Schematic Diagrams, Performance Testing, System Design and Implementation, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Team Motivation, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Goal Setting, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Professional Development, Leadership, People Development, Personal Development, Team Building, Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Gap Analysis, Prioritization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months