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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


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    Coursera

    GenAI for Algorithmic Trading

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Financial Trading, Market Data, Portfolio Management, Market Trend, Real Time Data, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, Research Reports, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Applied Machine Learning, Risk Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Cape Town

    Research for Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Communication, Stakeholder Engagement, Climate Change Adaptation, Social Impact, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Research, Strategic Partnership, Communication Strategies, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Research Design, Stakeholder Analysis, Policy Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, Change Management, Science and Research, Environmental Policy, Systems Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MathWorks

    Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Systems Architecture, Systems Design, Systems Development, Functional Design, Requirements Analysis, System Requirements, Functional Requirement, Verification And Validation

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    Dartmouth College

    Question Reality: Cosmos

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Physics, Laboratory Experience, Physical Science, Experimentation, Liberal Arts, Ancient History, Vibrations, Mechanics, World History, European History, electromagnetics

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Build a social media presence for your business using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Target Audience, Content Creation, Social Media Content, Content Development and Management, Social Media, Web Presence, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Graphic Design, Marketing Design, Branding

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Power Query Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, Extract, Transform, Load, Consolidation, Microsoft Excel, Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Data Processing, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Validation, Automation, Data Access, File Management

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    84 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Generate Visuals for A/B Testing Success

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, A/B Testing, Generative AI Agents, Web Content, Content Management, Campaign Management, Content Optimization, Branding, Text Mining

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Geneva

    Le Bien, le Juste, l'Utile. Introduction aux éthiques philosophiques

    Skills you'll gain: Ethical Standards And Conduct, Liberal Arts, Case Studies, Social Justice, Environmental Issue, Philanthropy, Socioeconomics, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Political Sciences, Human Development, Personal Development

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Healthcare Leadership for Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Health Disparities, Health Equity, Design Thinking, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Issue, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Initiative and Leadership, Advocacy, Community Organizing, Leadership, Sustainable Systems, Leadership Development, Social Determinants Of Health, Personal Development, Health Education, Climate Change Mitigation, International Relations, Environmental Policy, Environmental Science

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    Nanjing University

    软件测试 (Software Testing)

    Skills you'll gain: Software Testing, White-Box Testing, Functional Testing, JUnit, System Testing, Performance Testing, Test Tools, Unit Testing, Test Automation, Test Case, Selenium (Software)

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    The Museum of Modern Art

    Artful Practices for Well-Being

    Skills you'll gain: Compassion, Self-Awareness, Mindfulness, Positivity, Creativity, Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Empathy, Resilience, Empowerment, Curiosity, Liberal Arts, Stress Management, Creative Thinking

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    SAP

    SAP Customer Engagement and Discovery

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Journey Mapping, Stakeholder Management, Customer Engagement, Consultative Approaches, Stakeholder Communications, Agile Methodology, Stakeholder Analysis, Requirements Elicitation, SAP Applications, SAP S/4HANA, Customer Analysis, Technical Consulting, Customer Insights, Consulting, Process Analysis, Solution Design, Business Analysis, Project Management, Business Requirements

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • GenAI for Algorithmic Trading: Coursera
  • Research for Impact: University of Cape Town
  • Systems Engineering: MathWorks
  • Question Reality: Cosmos: Dartmouth College
  • Build a social media presence for your business using Canva: Coursera
  • Power Query Fundamentals: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Generate Visuals for A/B Testing Success: Coursera
  • Le Bien, le Juste, l'Utile. Introduction aux éthiques philosophiques: University of Geneva
  • Healthcare Leadership for Climate Change: Duke University
  • 软件测试 (Software Testing): Nanjing University

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