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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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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Demand Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Demand Planning, Customer Demand Planning, Regression Analysis, Data Collection, Supply Chain Planning, Statistical Analysis, Forecasting, Data Processing, Marketing Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Trend Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Crea y diseña productos digitales en Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Design, Digital Design, Design Elements And Principles, Product Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Digital Assets, Intellectual Property, Web Analytics, Graphic Design, Journals, Marketing

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Mining Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Anomaly Detection, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Big Data, Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Analysis, Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Artificial Neural Networks, Scalability

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    66 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Trees and Graphs: Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Tree Maps, Network Analysis, Computational Thinking, Python Programming

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    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    181 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    The Influence of Social Determinants on Health

    Skills you'll gain: Health Disparities, Health Equity, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Health, Public Health, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Health Assessment, Social Justice, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Epidemiology, Socioeconomics, Health Systems, Cultural Responsiveness, Stress Management, Health Care, Mental and Behavioral Health, Data Collection, Preventative Care, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    78 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment, Trend Analysis, Employee Training, Employee Retention, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Workforce Development, Workforce Planning

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    245 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Evaluación de peligros y riesgos por fenómenos naturales

    Skills you'll gain: Mitigation, Hazard Analysis, Risk Control, Vulnerability, Hydrology, Water Resources, Research, Physical Science, Case Studies, Environmental Monitoring, Social Sciences, Spatial Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    702 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Forecast bikeshare demand using time series models in R

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, R (Software), Data Visualization, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Interactive Data Visualization, Tidyverse (R Package), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Rmarkdown, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Revenue Management, Forecasting, Business Strategy, Demand Planning, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Analyzing the Universe

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Software, Image Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Spatial Analysis, Science and Research, Physics, Physical Science, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    234 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Statistical Learning for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Statistical Methods, Decision Tree Learning, Data Science, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Artificial Neural Networks, R Programming, Supervised Learning, Probability & Statistics, Advanced Analytics, Dimensionality Reduction, Random Forest Algorithm, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Geospatial Techniques for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Construction Engineering, Database Management, Construction, Construction Management, ArcGIS, Global Positioning Systems, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Decision Support Systems, Building Information Modeling, As-Built Drawings, Survey Creation, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Data Manipulation, Network Analysis

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    51 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Assessment for Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Analytical Skills, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Analysis, IBM Cognos Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Cleansing

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    325 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Demand Analytics: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Crea y diseña productos digitales en Canva: Coursera
  • Data Mining Methods: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Trees and Graphs: Basics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • The Influence of Social Determinants on Health: University of Michigan
  • Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI: Board Infinity
  • Evaluación de peligros y riesgos por fenómenos naturales: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Forecast bikeshare demand using time series models in R: Coursera
  • Analyzing the Universe: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Statistical Learning for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder

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