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Beginner Data Analysis Courses

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.


Popular Beginner Data Analysis Courses and Certifications


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    Northwestern University

    The Business of Social

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing, Performance Measurement, Business Metrics, Customer Engagement, Business-To-Consumer, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Integrated Marketing Communications, Program Management, Marketing Budgets, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, A/B Testing, Information Privacy, Data Security

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Process Improvement, Process Analysis, Business Process, Continuous Improvement Process, Waste Minimization, Statistical Analysis, Quality Management, Operational Efficiency, Statistical Process Controls, Root Cause Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer experience improvement, Business Metrics

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Salesforce Certified AI Associate Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce Development, Salesforce, Visualforce, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Personalization, Data Quality, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Predictive Analytics, Email Automation, Data Management, ChatGPT, Data Capture, Generative AI, Business Ethics

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Core 1: Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

    Skills you'll gain: Network Troubleshooting, Hardware Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Desktop Support, System Configuration, Computer Hardware, General Networking, Technical Support and Services, System Support, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Information Technology, Display Devices

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    194 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    AutoCAD for beginners: Drafting blueprints and schematics

    Skills you'll gain: AutoCAD, Architectural Drawing, Drafting and Engineering Design, Blueprint Reading, Blueprinting, Technical Drawing, Computer-Aided Design

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    57 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    Intermediate PostgreSQL

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, PostgreSQL, SQL, Database Management, Database Design, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Data Integrity, Text Mining, Transaction Processing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    336 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    GenAI for Customer Service Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Team Building, Generative AI, Team Oriented, Customer experience improvement, Automation, Customer Service, AI Enablement, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Data Management, Business Ethics, Information Privacy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Building Custom Regional Reports with Google Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Ad Hoc Reporting, Marketing Analytics, Email Automation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Web Analytics, Dashboard, Geospatial Information and Technology, Marketing, Data Analysis, Data Visualization

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    274 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Plan a Successful Freelancing Business

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Market Analysis, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Peer Review, Entrepreneurship, Business Modeling, Service Design, Goal Setting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    304 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Infosec

    Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Continuous Monitoring, Risk Management Framework, Security Controls, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Security Management, Information Systems Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Security Strategy, Cyber Governance, Incident Response, Authorization (Computing), Security Requirements Analysis, Cyber Security Policies, Information Privacy, Information Assurance, Information Systems, Personally Identifiable Information, Data Security, Disaster Recovery

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    221 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Scalability, Computer Systems, Distributed Computing, Linux, Operating Systems, File Systems, Big Data, Performance Testing, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Performance Tuning, OS Process Management

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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    156 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Studying Cities: Social Science Methods for Urban Research

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Surveys, Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection, Research Design, Data Analysis, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Social Sciences, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    233 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner data analysis courses

  • The Business of Social: Northwestern University
  • Lean Six Sigma - Green Belt : Packt
  • Salesforce Certified AI Associate Certification: Packt
  • Core 1: Hardware and Network Troubleshooting: IBM
  • AutoCAD for beginners: Drafting blueprints and schematics: Coursera
  • Intermediate PostgreSQL: University of Michigan
  • GenAI for Customer Service Teams: Coursera
  • Building Custom Regional Reports with Google Analytics: Coursera
  • Plan a Successful Freelancing Business : California Institute of the Arts
  • Cybersecurity Risk Management Framework: Infosec

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