Inferential statistics courses can help you learn hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, regression analysis, and sampling methods. You can build skills in interpreting data, making predictions, and drawing conclusions from sample data. Many courses introduce tools like R and Python for statistical analysis, along with software such as SPSS and Excel, that support applying these statistical techniques to real-world data sets.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Scalability, Data Pipelines, Data Manipulation, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Data Migration, Transaction Processing, Data Transformation, Scripting, Anomaly Detection, Record Keeping, Sampling (Statistics), Cryptography, Reconciliation
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra, Data Science, Mathematical Modeling, Data Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, General Mathematics, Derivatives
★ 4.5 (192) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Algebra, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Arithmetic, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Deductive Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Probability & Statistics, Geometry
★ 4.8 (815) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Data Pipelines, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Analytics, SQL, Business Analytics, Data Infrastructure, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Warehousing, Analysis, Capacity Management, Data Warehousing, Performance Analysis, Performance Metric, Scalability, Performance Measurement, Return On Investment, Interactive Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics
Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Process Improvement and Optimization, Project Design, Project Schedules, Business Process, Business Process Management, Process Development, Project Management, Project Planning, Quality Management, User Feedback, Project Management Life Cycle, Probability & Statistics, Process Flow Diagrams, Customer experience improvement, Data Validation
★ 4.6 (2.6K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Toronto
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Network Analysis, Laboratory Reports, Molecular Biology, Research Reports, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, R (Software), Correlation Analysis, Informatics, Data Visualization Software, Biotechnology, Scientific Visualization, Network Model, Data Analysis Software, Data Synthesis, Life Sciences, Data Analysis, Microbiology, Analysis
★ 4.7 (2.1K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Convolutional Neural Networks, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Large Language Modeling, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Model Optimization, Bayesian Network, Machine Learning Methods, Natural Language Processing, Model Training, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Writing, Organizational Skills, Concision, Writing and Editing, Grammar, Communication, Editing, Organizational Strategy, Organizational Structure, Communication Strategies, Presentations, Graphic Design
★ 4.8 (5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Correlation Analysis, Google Sheets, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Descriptive Statistics, Data Cleansing, Marketing Analytics, Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, Analysis, SQL, Query Languages
★ 4.6 (292) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Data Analysis, Deductive Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Experimentation, Critical Thinking, Data Literacy, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Science and Research, Research Design, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Cognitive flexibility, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Forecasting, Adaptability
★ 4.8 (1.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Quality, Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Storage, Data Collection, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Statistical Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Mathematics, Interactive Data Visualization, Calculus, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning, Linear Algebra
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Business Research, Surveys, Survey Creation, Qualitative Research, Data Quality, Persona Development, Sample Size Determination, Data Governance, File Management, Sampling (Statistics), Market Research, Marketing Analytics, Return On Investment, Focus Group, Quantitative Research, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Research Design, Research Methodologies
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months