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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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    Northeastern University

    Evaluating the Quality of Healthcare Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Value-Based Care, Managed Care, Quality Assurance, Health Systems, Data Quality, Health Policy, Scientific Methods, Health Equity, Health Disparities, Patient-centered Care, Medicare, Risk Analysis, Data Integrity

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    Observing Earth From Space

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Image Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Physical Science, Data Access

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    Google Cloud

    Getting Started with Terraform for Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Management, Cloud Storage, Command-Line Interface, Code Reusability, Configuration Management, Dependency Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Water Cooperation and Diplomacy

    Skills you'll gain: Water Resources, Diplomacy, Water Sustainability, Water Resource Management, Hydrology, International Relations, Mediation, Arbitration, Conflict Management, Sustainable Development, Discussion Facilitation, Negotiation, Adjudication, Political Sciences, Governance, Environmental Laws, Data Collection

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Understanding Large Language Models in Business

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, Trend Analysis, Real Time Data, Analytics, Business Marketing, Program Development, Business Strategy, Generative AI, Technology Roadmaps, Market Trend, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence, Case Studies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Dense Gases, Liquids and Solids

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Integral Calculus, Chemical Engineering, Materials science, Chemistry, Physical Science, Simulations, Engineering Analysis, Physics, Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Calculus

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    National Taiwan University

    工程圖學 3D CAD 專題

    Skills you'll gain: SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), 3D Modeling, Architectural Drawing, Structural Engineering, Building Design, 3D Assets, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Architectural Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Computer-Aided Design, Engineering Drawings

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Build Customizable Sales Presentation Graphics using Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Target Market, Market Analysis, Sales, Presentations, Content Creation, Graphic Design, User Accounts

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    Codio

    Cloud Computing Primer for Semi-tech and Business Learners

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Service Level Agreement, Cloud Deployment, Platform As A Service (PaaS), Software As A Service, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Public Cloud, Application Development, Application Deployment, Cloud Applications, Cloud Solutions, Private Cloud, Service Level, Business Software, DevOps, Vendor Contracts, Collaborative Software

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Reproduce and Evaluate AI Research Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Configuration Management, Experimentation, Software Documentation, Software Versioning, Software Configuration Management, Collaborative Software, Testability, Workflow Management, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Quality and Safety in Ambulatory Healthcare Management

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Performance Improvement, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Health Systems, Safety Assurance, Managed Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Accident Prevention, Healthcare Project Management, Risk Management, Project Management, Risk Analysis, Strategic Leadership

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Oracle

    Introduction to Oracle Cloud Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Oracle Cloud, Oracle Cloud Applications, Cloud Solutions, Supply Chain Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Infrastructure, Enterprise Resource Planning, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Applications, Supply Chain, Enterprise Application Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Human Resources Software, Software As A Service, Security Controls, Cloud Security, Virtual Networking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Evaluating the Quality of Healthcare Delivery: Northeastern University
  • Observing Earth From Space: The University of Edinburgh
  • Getting Started with Terraform for Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Water Cooperation and Diplomacy: University of Geneva
  • Understanding Large Language Models in Business: Coursera
  • Dense Gases, Liquids and Solids: University of Colorado Boulder
  • 工程圖學 3D CAD 專題: National Taiwan University
  • Build Customizable Sales Presentation Graphics using Canva: Coursera
  • Cloud Computing Primer for Semi-tech and Business Learners: Codio
  • Reproduce and Evaluate AI Research Workflows: Coursera

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