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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


  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    General Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Thermal Management, Engineering, Vibrations, Physical Science, Engineering Analysis, General Science and Research, electromagnetics, Experimentation, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Problem Solving, Science and Research, Analytical Skills, Computer Science, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning, Research, Software Development, Critical Thinking

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Lausanne

    Accounting 2

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Equities, Tax, Tax Management, Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Asset, Securities (Finance), Income Tax, Corporate Tax, Inventory Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Financial Management, Asset Management, Financial Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Depreciation, Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Finance, Financial Statements

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    72 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    I

    IBM

    Project Management Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Project Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Milestones (Project Management), Agile Project Management, Project Coordination, Project Risk Management, Project Implementation, Project Portfolio Management, Project Closure, Project Controls, Project Scoping, Work Breakdown Structure, User Story, Backlogs, Sprint Planning, Scrum (Software Development), Risk Management, Leadership

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    121 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    C

    Coursera

    Board-Ready Numbers: Reporting, Dashboards, and Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Financial Modeling, Data Presentation, Dashboard Creation, Financial Auditing, Financial Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Decision-Making, Performance Reporting, Financial Reporting, Data Visualization, Auditing, Version Control, Persuasive Communication, Financial Analysis, Variance Analysis, Business Communication, Stakeholder Communications, Root Cause Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    P

    Peking University

    医学统计学与SPSS软件(基础篇)

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, SPSS, SPSS (Software), Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Sampling (Statistics), Descriptive Statistics, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Software, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Biostatistics, Quantitative Research, Statistical Inference, Analysis, Medical Science and Research, Data Manipulation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    159 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Colorado System

    Windows Server Management and Security

    Skills you'll gain: Windows Servers, Authorization (Computing), Microsoft Windows, Authentications, Operating System Administration, User Accounts, Group Policy, User Provisioning, Microsoft Servers, Security Controls, Enterprise Security, Active Directory, Identity and Access Management, Software Installation, Servers, System Configuration, Encryption, Network Performance Management, Computer Networking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    679 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    Universidad Austral

    Modelización Cuantitativa para Finanzas Corporativas

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Risk Modeling, Regression Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Financial Data, Forecasting, Finance, Trend Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, R Programming, Financial Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Estimation, Probability Distribution

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    32 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    I

    IBM

    Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Test Driven Development (TDD), Release Management, Software Testing, Behavior-Driven Development, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, System Testing, Application Deployment, Software Quality Assurance, Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Data Validation, Systems Analysis, Systems Thinking, Data Modeling, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Process Automation, Digital Transformation, Process Flow Diagrams

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    21 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    U

    University of California, Irvine

    Best Practices for iOS User Interface Design

    Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, User Interface (UI), Model View Controller, Core Data (Software), User Interface (UI) Design, UI Components, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Responsive Web Design, Mobile Development, Human Computer Interaction, Software Design, Geospatial Mapping, Animations, Data Persistence

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    189 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    N

    National Taiwan University

    機器人學一 (Robotics (1))

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Spatial Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    64 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Pressure, Force, Motion, and Humidity Sensors

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Embedded Systems, Embedded Software, Real Time Data, Electronics, Electronics Engineering, Electronic Components, Vibrations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Design Specifications, Computer Displays

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    258 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Revenue Cycle, Billing, and Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Billing and Coding, Denial Management, Patient Registration, Revenue Cycle Management, ICD Coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), Claims Processing, Payment Processing and Collection, Registration, CPT Coding, Medical Billing, Medical Coding, Billing, Insurance, Insurance Policies, Revenue Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    89 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • General Physics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Accounting 2: University of Lausanne
  • Project Management Capstone: IBM
  • Board-Ready Numbers: Reporting, Dashboards, and Storytelling: Coursera
  • 医学统计学与SPSS软件(基础篇): Peking University
  • Windows Server Management and Security: University of Colorado System
  • Modelización Cuantitativa para Finanzas Corporativas: Universidad Austral
  • Software Testing, Deployment, and Maintenance Strategies : IBM
  • Best Practices for iOS User Interface Design: University of California, Irvine
  • 機器人學一 (Robotics (1)): National Taiwan University

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