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Basic Statistics Courses

Basic Statistics courses can help you learn data collection methods, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. You can build skills in interpreting data sets, conducting surveys, and performing regression analysis. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, and Python, that support analyzing data and visualizing results. By applying these skills and tools, you can effectively communicate findings and make informed decisions based on statistical evidence.


Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    Lund University

    European Business Law: Understanding the Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Research, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, International Relations, European History, Regulatory Compliance, Business Economics, Compliance Management, Environmental Laws, E-Commerce, Public Policies, Case Law, Labor Law, Commercial Laws, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Advanced Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Three Dimensional (3D) Motion

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, Advanced Mathematics, Calculus

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    310 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Use Generative AI as Your Thought Partner

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Business Strategy, Workforce Development, Digital Transformation, Operational Efficiency

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Human Factors, Manufacturing and Production, Digital Transformation, Environmental Monitoring, Control Systems, Aerospace Basic Quality System Standards, Manufacturing Processes, Production Process, Automation, Structural Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Leadership, Big Data, Communication Systems, Human Machine Interfaces, Cybersecurity, Spatial Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Artificial Intelligence

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    483 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Pivot Tables in Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Collaborative Software, Descriptive Statistics, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Data Management, Cloud Computing

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    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Ggplot2, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Surveys, Data Ethics, R (Software), Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Public Policies, Data Visualization Software, Analytical Skills, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    90 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Illinois Tech

    Variable Selection, Model Validation, Nonlinear Regression

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Advanced Analytics, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Data Validation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Fibonacci Numbers and the Golden Ratio

    Skills you'll gain: Arithmetic, Geometry, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Combinatorics, Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

    4.8
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Introduction to HTML

    Skills you'll gain: Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Front-End Web Development, Web Design and Development, Web Development, Web Development Tools, Web Applications, Web Content, Integrated Development Environments

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Generative Model Architectures, Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Natural Language Processing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Startup Valuation Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Valuation, Excel Formulas, Finance, Financial Analysis, Investments, Private Equity, Securities (Finance), Entrepreneurship, Cash Flows, Risk Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Yale University

    Narrative Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Storytelling, Data Storytelling, Economics, Economic Development, Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Socioeconomics, Social Studies, Consumer Behaviour, Analysis, Complex Problem Solving

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • European Business Law: Understanding the Fundamentals: Lund University
  • Advanced Engineering Systems in Motion: Dynamics of Three Dimensional (3D) Motion: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Use Generative AI as Your Thought Partner: Coursera
  • Digitalisation in Aeronautics and Space: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Pivot Tables in Google Sheets: Google Cloud
  • Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R: University of Michigan
  • Variable Selection, Model Validation, Nonlinear Regression: Illinois Tech
  • Fibonacci Numbers and the Golden Ratio: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Introduction to HTML: Coursera
  • Deep Learning and Reinforcement Learning: IBM

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