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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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    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.8K reviews

    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

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    4K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Data Presentation, Geospatial Mapping, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Land Management, Geospatial Information and Technology, Heat Maps, Data Sharing, Epidemiology, Community Health, Metadata Management, Image Analysis, Project Management, Global Positioning Systems

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6.4K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Machine Learning on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Tensorflow, Generative AI Agents, Keras (Neural Network Library), Exploratory Data Analysis, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Prompt Engineering, Data Strategy, OpenAI, Applied Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, AI Product Strategy, Supervised Learning, Cloud Computing

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    3.7K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Knowledge Accelerators

    From Excel to Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Data Visualization, Power BI, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Synthesis, Data Transformation, Trend Analysis, Data Sharing, Excel Formulas, Business Analytics, Microsoft 365, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    1.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado System

    Computational Thinking with Beginning C Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Computational Thinking, Data Collection, Simulations, Data Analysis, Microsoft Visual Studio, C (Programming Language), Analysis, Automation, Program Development, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage, Data Store, Descriptive Statistics, Problem Management, Data Visualization Software, File Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    433 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply and Predict: Time Series Forecasting in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Forecasting, People Analytics, Trend Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Analytical Skills, Probability & Statistics, Graphing, Climate Change Adaptation, Data Manipulation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Google Sheets, Financial Analysis, Quantitative Research, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Securities (Finance), Probability & Statistics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    678 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Columbia University

    Causal Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning, Experimentation, Data Collection, Probability & Statistics, Research Design, Program Evaluation

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    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
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    101 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    The Complete Python Course

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Software, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation, Scripting, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    American Psychological Association

    Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Design, Surveys, Research, Research and Design, Qualitative Research, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Psychology, Sampling (Statistics)

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    181 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    MLOps | Machine Learning Operations

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Pandas (Python Package), AWS SageMaker, NumPy, Microsoft Azure, Application Deployment, Responsible AI, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Containerization, Data Pipelines, CI/CD, DevOps, Cloud Computing, Python Programming, Machine Learning, GitHub, Big Data, Data Management, Data Analysis

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    550 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Natural Language Processing with Probabilistic Models: DeepLearning.AI
  • English for Common Interactions in the Workplace: Basic Level: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS): University of California, Davis
  • Machine Learning on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • From Excel to Power BI: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Computational Thinking with Beginning C Programming: University of Colorado System
  • Apply and Predict: Time Series Forecasting in Excel: EDUCBA
  • Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets: Coursera
  • Causal Inference: Columbia University
  • The Complete Python Course: Packt

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