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.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Innovation, New Product Development, Organizational Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Business Transformation, Strategic Partnership, Leadership, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Platform As A Service (PaaS), User Research, Competitive Analysis, Market Dynamics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of California, Davis
Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Search Engine Optimization, Competitive Analysis, Content Strategy, Web Analytics and SEO, Presentations, Report Writing, Client Services, Content Management Systems, Google Analytics, Expectation Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Azure Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Kubernetes, Load Balancing, Virtual Networking, Network Monitoring, Containerization, Cloud Storage, Virtual Machines, Identity and Access Management, Data Storage, Application Deployment, Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Cloud Applications, Cloud Services, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Infrastructure, System Monitoring
Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Finance, Risk Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Financial Modeling, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Probability, Advanced Mathematics, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Calculus
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Research, Experimentation, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Data Collection, Peer Review, Simulations, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Cape Town
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Risk Analysis, Due Diligence, Social Impact, Financial Inclusion, Business Modeling, Sustainable Development, Innovation, Resource Management, Finance, Business Strategies, Strategic Partnership, Fundraising, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique
Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Climate Change Mitigation, Electrical Power, Environmental Issue, Sustainable Design, Hydrology, Electric Power Systems, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Water Resource Management, Predictive Modeling, Environment, Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Physical Science
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Search Engine Optimization, Blogs, Web Analytics, Web Content, Keyword Research, Information Architecture, Content Management, Marketing, Analytics, Web Design, Web Development
Advanced · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

EC-Council
Skills you'll gain: Digital Forensics, Malware Protection, Cybersecurity, Cyber Attacks, Threat Detection, Data Integrity, Data Storage, Network Analysis, Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, Linux, Web Applications, File Systems
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Public Key Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Attacks, Data Security, Information Assurance, Risk Management Framework, Cryptography, Authorization (Computing), Encryption, Email Security, Authentications, Vulnerability Assessments, Web Servers
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Quality Management, Backlogs, Project Closure, Project Planning, Team Leadership, Project Management Life Cycle, Agile Project Management, Communication Planning, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Improvement, Project Management, Budget Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Change Control, Project Controls, Scope Management, Project Schedules, Agile Methodology, Requirements Analysis, Change Management
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: People Management, Team Management, Organizational Leadership, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, Performance Management, Leadership, Organizational Structure, Employee Engagement, Culture, Conflict Management, Decision Making, Persona (User Experience)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks