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Descriptive Statistics Courses

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.

Popular Descriptive Statistics Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Science Graduate Certificate

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Data Mining, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Service Level, Dimensionality Reduction, Deep Learning, Statistical Modeling, Probability, Applied Machine Learning, Anomaly Detection, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Machine Learning, Model Training, Data Warehousing, Performance Testing, Bash (Scripting Language), Data Science

    Credit offered

    Graduate Certificate · 6 - 12 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Maestría en Inteligencia Analítica de Datos

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Systems Thinking, Unsupervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Deep Learning, Financial Statement Analysis, Data Storytelling, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing, Risk Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Project Management Life Cycle, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Marketing Analytics, Logistic Regression, Environmental Management Systems, Descriptive Analytics, Executive Presence, Simulations

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • Status: Job Ready
    Job Ready
    I

    Illinois Institute of Technology

    Master of Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Systems, Statistical Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Relational Databases, Database Software, Databases, Database Application, Database Management, Database Theory, Data Analysis, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, Database Development, Machine Learning Algorithms, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Technical Communication, Model Evaluation

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Certificado en Gestión y Políticas en Salud Pública

    Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Diagnostic Tests, Descriptive Analytics, Business Analytics, Biostatistics, Gerontology, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Disparities, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Key Infrastructure, Healthcare Ethics, Health Policy, Digital Transformation, Team Leadership, Occupational Health, Telehealth, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Health Systems

    Credit offered

    Mastertrack · 6 - 12 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Inteligencia Artificial: Machine learning, ética y nuevas tendencias Certificado MasterTrack®

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning, Responsible AI, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Ethics, Probability & Statistics, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Natural Language Processing, Computer Vision, Embedded Systems, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Linear Algebra, Bayesian Statistics, Scientific Visualization

    Credit offered

    Mastertrack · 6 - 12 Months

  • Status: Job Ready
    Job Ready
    U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Master of Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, LLM Application, Tool Calling, Database Systems, Data Visualization, Database Design, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Database Management, Databases, Supervised Learning, Web Services, Data Ethics, Apache Spark, Bayesian Statistics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Database Theory, Unsupervised Learning, Linear Algebra, Data Literacy

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • U

    University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

    Master of Computer Science (feat. Data Science Track)

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • Status: Job Ready
    Job Ready
    I

    Illinois Institute of Technology

    Master of Business Administration (MBA)

    Skills you'll gain: Process Improvement, Pay Per Click Advertising, Digital Marketing, Dashboard, Responsible AI, Global Marketing, Web Analytics, Culture Transformation, Financial Statement Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Organizational Leadership, Digital Transformation, Market Dynamics, Capital Budgeting, Design Thinking, Descriptive Statistics, Game Theory, Business Strategy, Product Lifecycle Management, Microsoft Excel

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • P

    Packt

    Mastering 3D Pathfinding with Octree

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, C# (Programming Language)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Job Ready
    Job Ready
    O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    MBA Business Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Design Thinking, Data Visualization, Active Listening, Business Ethics, Working Capital, Database Management, Sampling (Statistics), Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Project Estimation, Financial Statements, Business Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Marketing Management, Financial Accounting, Predictive Analytics, Human Resources Management and Planning, Internet Of Things, Big Data, Data Presentation

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • Status: Job Ready
    Job Ready
    B

    BITS Pilani

    Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Relational Databases, User Research, Probability & Statistics, Data Storytelling, Bash (Scripting Language), Graph Theory, Theoretical Computer Science, Object Oriented Design, Operating Systems, Android Development, Database Design, Encryption, Bioinformatics, Software Development Methodologies, Amazon Web Services, Feature Engineering, Algorithms, TCP/IP, Java Programming, Data Structures

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

  • Status: Job Ready
    Job Ready
    U

    University of North Texas

    Bachelor of Science in General Business

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Model Evaluation, Arbitration, Leadership Studies, Compensation Strategy, Integrated Marketing Communications, Organizational Change, Event Management, Grammar, Sales Process, Statistical Visualization, Driving engagement, Policy Development, Design Thinking, Public Policies, Target Market, Probability & Statistics, Cultural Diversity, Music History, Sociology

    Earn a degree

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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

  • Data Science Graduate Certificate: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Maestría en Inteligencia Analítica de Datos: Universidad de los Andes
  • Master of Data Science: Illinois Institute of Technology
  • Certificado en Gestión y Políticas en Salud Pública: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Inteligencia Artificial: Machine learning, ética y nuevas tendencias Certificado MasterTrack®: Universidad de los Andes
  • Master of Data Science: University of Pittsburgh
  • Master of Computer Science (feat. Data Science Track): University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
  • Master of Business Administration (MBA): Illinois Institute of Technology
  • Mastering 3D Pathfinding with Octree: Packt
  • MBA Business Analytics: O.P. Jindal Global University

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