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Applied Data Science Courses

Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.

Popular Applied Data Science Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Analysis, Data Presentation, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Ggplot2, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Surveys, Data Ethics, R (Software), Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), R Programming, Statistical Methods, Case Studies, Political Sciences

    ★ 4.6 (121) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • P

    Packt

    The Complete Tableau Bootcamp for Aspiring Data Scientists

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Graphing, Data Preprocessing, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Software Installation, Data Integration, Data Access

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Data Validation in Excel for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Validation, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Quality, Management Reporting, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Cleansing, Project Management, Data Visualization Software, Business Reporting, Data Analysis, Timelines, Data Presentation, Graphing

    ★ 4 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Analyze Healthcare Data with Confidence

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Data Literacy, Probability & Statistics, Estimation, Correlation Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Oracle SQL 21c Mastery: Apply, Analyze & Manage Data

    Skills you'll gain: Database Management Systems, Databases, Database Development, Data Management

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apache Spark with Scala: Master Data Building & Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Scala Programming, Apache Hadoop, Apache Maven, Real Time Data, Data Processing, Scalability, Data Structures, Live Streaming, Data Transformation, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Systems Integration

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    Digital Health Data & Governance Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Data Governance, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Systems, Health Care, Health Technology, Data Quality, Medical Records, Cyber Governance, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Health Policy, Electronic Medical Record System, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Interoperability, Data Management, Data Ethics, Telehealth, Ethical Standards And Conduct

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze and Manipulate Data Using SAS PROC SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), SQL, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis Software, Query Languages, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Data Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Data Processing, Debugging, Web Scraping, File I/O, Data Store, Data Visualization, Database Software, Relational Databases, Restful API, Web Services, SQL, Databases, Data Visualization Software, JSON, Data Presentation, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Program Development

    ★ 4.8 (280K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Corporate Finance Institute

    Data Prep for Machine Learning in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Data Import/Export, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Statistical Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Box Plots, Model Training, Python Programming, Data Science

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Loading Data into Google Cloud SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Database Development, Data Modeling, Database Management, Google Cloud Platform, SQL, MySQL, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Computing

    Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze Data Using R for Statistical and Predictive Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Advanced Analytics, R (Software), R Programming, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Probability & Statistics, Analytics, Analytical Skills, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Statistical Programming, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Case Studies, Programming Principles

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data Analytics in the Public Sector with R: University of Michigan
  • The Complete Tableau Bootcamp for Aspiring Data Scientists: Packt
  • Data Validation in Excel for Beginners: Simplilearn
  • Analyze Healthcare Data with Confidence: Coursera
  • Oracle SQL 21c Mastery: Apply, Analyze & Manage Data: EDUCBA
  • Apache Spark with Scala: Master Data Building & Analysis: EDUCBA
  • Digital Health Data & Governance Essentials : Starweaver
  • Analyze and Manipulate Data Using SAS PROC SQL: EDUCBA
  • Python for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • Data Prep for Machine Learning in Python: Corporate Finance Institute

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