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.

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Star Schema, Microsoft SQL Servers, Database Design, Relational Databases, Data Integrity, Database Development, Data Integration, SQL, Transaction Processing, Power BI, Data Warehousing, Database Management, Transact-SQL, Data Maintenance, Databases, Query Languages, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Systems, Data Management
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Nanjing University
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Structures, Statistical Analysis, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, NumPy, Web Scraping, Python Programming, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, Programming Principles, User Interface (UI) Design
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Predictive Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Programming, Ggplot2, Data Manipulation, Simulations, Statistical Software, Statistical Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Processing, Graphing, Programming Principles, Scripting, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Structures, Software Installation, Package and Software Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Trend Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Matplotlib
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
Skills you'll gain: Market Analysis, Supplier Management, Competitive Analysis, Financial Analysis, Supply Chain Planning, Market Dynamics, Supply Chain Management, Risk Analysis, Financial Statements, Business Strategy, Case Studies, Peer Review
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Quantitative Research, Performance Analysis, Market Data, Financial Modeling, Investments, Asset Management, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Text Mining, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Probability & Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Natural Language Processing, Data Processing, Statistical Modeling, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Unilever
Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Search Engine Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Marketing Strategies, Search Engine Optimization, Keyword Research, Marketing Analytics, A/B Testing, Advertising Campaigns, Smart Goals, Performance Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Value Propositions
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
Skills you'll gain: Business Communication, Case Studies, Data Visualization, English Language, Presentations, Report Writing, Business Writing, Business Analysis, Analysis, Communication, Public Speaking, Target Audience
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Illinois Tech
Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Game Theory, Product Lifecycle Management, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Business Economics, Innovation, Economics, Market Trend, Strategic Decision-Making, Cost Reduction, Price Negotiation, Global Marketing, Market Analysis, Strategic Thinking, New Product Development, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Adaptability
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Terraform, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Cloud Infrastructure, IT Automation, DevOps, Configuration Management, Command-Line Interface, Version Control
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months