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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Project Schedules, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Email Automation, Data Literacy, Data Structures, Data Manipulation
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Data Pipelines, Apache Spark, Dashboard, Data Processing, Real Time Data, Data Visualization, Natural Language Processing, Distributed Computing, Data Transformation, Deep Learning, Performance Tuning
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Seaborn, SQL, Data Visualization, Data Preprocessing, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Regression Analysis, Accounting, Database Management, Analytics, Descriptive Statistics, Relational Databases, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming, Data Analysis Software, Data Structures
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Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Power BI, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Storage, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Data Storage Technologies, Data Import/Export
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Collection, Data Processing, Research, Laboratory Techniques, Analysis, Research Design
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Excel Macros, Pandas (Python Package), Prompt Engineering, Forecasting, Data Storytelling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Data Quality, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Association of International Certified Professional Accountants
Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Financial Data, Business Analytics, Data Strategy, Analytical Skills, Project Design, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Project Implementation, Unstructured Data, Data Quality
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Big Data, Database Design, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Databases, JSON, Data Processing, Data Warehousing, Distributed Computing, Data Analysis, Scalability, Case Studies, Analytics, Data Pipelines, Query Languages, Social Media, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Social Media Content
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, NumPy, Probability Distribution, Matplotlib, Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Linear Algebra, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Logical Reasoning
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Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Interviewing Skills, Professional Development, Presentations, Data Science, Company, Product, and Service Knowledge, Recruitment, Writing, Business Research, Portfolio Management, Data Analysis, Job Analysis, Problem Solving, Communication, Python Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Maintainability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Network Routing, Computational Thinking, Application Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Text Mining, Statistical Analysis, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Network Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Structures, Unstructured Data, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Natural Language Processing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months