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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


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    IBM

    IBM Introduction to Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Data Access, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Quality, Data Science, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Reinforcement Learning, Generative Model Architectures, Data Cleansing, Data Access, Deep Learning, Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Inference, Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Data Analysis Using Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Graphing, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Histogram, Scatter Plots, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Illinois Tech

    Linear Regression

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, R Programming, R (Software), Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra

    Build toward a degree

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Executive Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Exploratory Data Analysis, Employee Onboarding, Data Management, Team Motivation, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Project Management, Interviewing Skills, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Management Training And Development, Organizational Leadership, Team Management, Workflow Management, Analytical Skills, Project Implementation, Leadership, Communication

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 2: Statistical Linear Models

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Linear Algebra, R Programming, Probability Distribution, Statistical Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Analysis, Integral Calculus

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    103 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Statistical Inference, Markov Model, Graph Theory, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computational Thinking

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Defining, Describing, and Visualizing Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, R (Software), Box Plots, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation, Probability, Statistical Analysis, Histogram

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Systems Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Business Process Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Process Mapping, Lean Methodologies, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Data Presentation, Six Sigma Methodology, Interactive Data Visualization, Feasibility Studies, Business Process Improvement, Data Visualization, Systems Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Systems Design, Information Technology, Release Management, Database Management, Agile Methodology

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Language Processing, Markov Model, Text Mining, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Data Processing, Algorithms, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    English for Common Interactions in the Workplace: Basic Level

    Skills you'll gain: Telephone Skills, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Vocabulary, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Grammar, Writing, Scheduling

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    AI Machine Learning with R & Python Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Probability Distribution, Dimensionality Reduction, R Programming, Probability, Python Programming, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Linear Algebra, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • IBM Introduction to Machine Learning: IBM
  • IBM Machine Learning: IBM
  • Introduction to Data Analysis Using Excel: Rice University
  • Linear Regression: Illinois Tech
  • Executive Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 2: Statistical Linear Models: Johns Hopkins University
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference: Stanford University
  • Defining, Describing, and Visualizing Data: University of Colorado Boulder
  • IBM Systems Analyst: IBM
  • Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models: DeepLearning.AI

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