Descriptive statistics courses can help you learn how to summarize data sets, calculate measures of central tendency, and assess variability. You can build skills in interpreting frequency distributions, creating visual data representations, and performing hypothesis testing. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, or Python for data analysis, allowing you to apply these skills in practical scenarios, such as analyzing survey results or evaluating experimental data.

Dartmouth College
Skills you'll gain: Simulation and Simulation Software, Digital Transformation, Systems Thinking, Complex Problem Solving, Operations Research, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Verification And Validation, Process Optimization, Data Integration, Risk Management, Python Programming, Event-Driven Programming, Probability & Statistics, Performance Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Analysis, Seaborn, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Matplotlib, Data Storage, Pandas (Python Package), Big Data, Data Science, Data Management, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, NumPy
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Graphing, Advanced Mathematics, Logical Reasoning, General Mathematics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Correlation Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Google Ads, Advertising Campaigns, Search Engine Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Performance Analysis, Bidding, Campaign Management, Digital Advertising, Web Analytics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Target Audience, Performance Management, Budget Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Geographic Information Systems, Environment, Systems Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Climate Change Adaptation, Public Health, Spatial Analysis, Digital Transformation, Governance, Transportation Operations, Climate Change Mitigation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Infographics, Tableau Software, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Ethics, Trend Analysis, Business Analytics, Peer Review
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Spatial Analysis, Environmental Monitoring, Unsupervised Learning, Data Analysis Software, Image Analysis, Global Positioning Systems, Machine Learning, R Programming, Image Quality, Data Processing, Open Source Technology, Data Collection, Data Transformation, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Import/Export
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Health Systems, Public Health, Social Determinants Of Health, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Data Analysis, Health Care, Data Ethics, Substance Abuse, Correlation Analysis, Heat Maps, Patient Education And Counseling, Community Mental Health Services, Data Visualization, Health Informatics, Trauma Care, Mental Health
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Media and Communications, Peer Review, Research, Cultural Responsiveness, Social Sciences, Investigation, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Probability & Statistics
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Plotly, Data Visualization, Machine Learning, Social Sciences, Socioeconomics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Scatter Plots, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Data Quality, Data Strategy, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Customer Engagement, Market Trend, Business Strategy, Customer Insights, Brand Management, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Competitive Analysis, Trend Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks