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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


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    Coursera

    Complex Retrieval Queries in MySQL Workbench

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL Workbench, Data Validation, SQL, MySQL, Query Languages, Analytical Skills, Relational Databases, Scripting, Verification And Validation, Database Management

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Coursera

    OpenAI ChatGPT: Enterprise Solutions Unleashed

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Data Analysis, OpenAI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Analytics, Content Creation, Content Strategy, Customer Support, Technology Strategies, Customer experience improvement, Operational Efficiency, Automation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: New
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    Edureka

    Generative AI Essentials for Finance and Accounting

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering Tools, Miro AI, Financial Accounting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Accounting, Cash Flows, Data Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Pearson

    Generative AI for Developers: Unit 3

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering Tools, Prompt Patterns, Multimodal Prompts, Generative AI, OpenAI API, Generative Model Architectures, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, Tool Calling, AI powered creativity, AI Personalization, Data Analysis Software, Test Automation, File I/O

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    MathWorks

    Practical MATLAB Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Scripting, Matlab, Data Manipulation, Mathematical Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Descriptive Statistics, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Access, File I/O, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mapping, Data Cleansing, Technical Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Google Cloud

    Introduction to Looker

    Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Business Intelligence Software, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Gemini, Data Analysis Software, Google Gemini, Data Visualization Software, Data Governance, Dashboard Creation, Data Integration, Interactive Data Visualization, Self Service Technologies, Authentications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    American Psychological Association

    What is Qualitative Research?

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Research Design, Social Sciences, Interviewing Skills, Psychology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
    New
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    EDUCBA

    Analyze HR Attrition Using R Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, People Analytics, Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Analytics, Model Evaluation, Trend Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, R Programming, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Data Validation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    SkillUp

    Practice Test for CompTIA Data+ Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Analysis

    5
    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Edureka

    Gemini and Vertex AI: Building Intelligent Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Gemini, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Generative AI Agents, Generative Model Architectures, Prompt Patterns, Cloud Deployment, Model Optimization, Application Deployment, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Large Language Modeling, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence, AI Personalization, Python Programming, Software Development Tools, Cloud Platforms

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    L&T EduTech

    Geospatial Information Technology Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Data Analysis, GIS Software, Database Management, Database Management Systems, ArcGIS, Relational Databases, Data Modeling, Data Mapping, Data Import/Export, Open Source Technology, Web Applications, Mobile Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    EDUCBA

    Splunk Administration and Advanced Topics

    Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Data Modeling, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), System Monitoring, Model Training, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, User Accounts, Machine Learning Methods, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Applied Machine Learning, User Provisioning, Model Evaluation, Event Monitoring, Systems Administration, Performance Tuning, Data Visualization, Threat Detection, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Identity and Access Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Complex Retrieval Queries in MySQL Workbench: Coursera
  • OpenAI ChatGPT: Enterprise Solutions Unleashed: Coursera
  • Generative AI Essentials for Finance and Accounting: Edureka
  • Generative AI for Developers: Unit 3: Pearson
  • Practical MATLAB Skills: MathWorks
  • Introduction to Looker: Google Cloud
  • What is Qualitative Research?: American Psychological Association
  • Analyze HR Attrition Using R Analytics: EDUCBA
  • Practice Test for CompTIA Data+ Certification: SkillUp
  • Gemini and Vertex AI: Building Intelligent Applications: Edureka

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