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.

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Contingency Planning, Analysis, Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Case Studies, Competitive Analysis, Risk Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Network Security, Cyber Operations, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Cybersecurity, Threat Detection, Network Monitoring, Penetration Testing, Anomaly Detection, Exploitation techniques, Brute-force attacks, Scripting, Authentications, Python Programming, Data Access, Identity and Access Management, Automation, Network Protocols
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Team Building, Management Training And Development, Expectation Management, Drive Engagement, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Analysis, Resource Management, People Development, Relationship Management, Communication Strategies
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Email Security, Microsoft Outlook, Calendar Management, Gmail, Setting Appointments, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Skills, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, Scheduling, Encryption, Productivity Software
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Office, Concision, Communication, Business Writing, Business Strategy
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Virginia
Skills you'll gain: Brainstorming, Design Thinking, Ideation, Creative Thinking, Innovation, Design Strategies, Product Development, Product Design, Strategic Thinking, User Feedback, Prioritization, Stakeholder Engagement, Decision Making, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Collaboration, Customer Engagement
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Apache Mahout, NoSQL, Big Data, Apache Hive, Data Pipelines, Databases, Applied Machine Learning, Real Time Data, Database Theory, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Data Processing, Database Architecture and Administration, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transaction Processing, Classification Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Queen Mary University of London
Skills you'll gain: Proposal Development, Market Research, Data Collection, Research Design, Proposal Writing, Research Reports, Research Methodologies, Business Research, Marketing Management, Marketing, Surveys, Report Writing, Research, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Focus Group, Business Ethics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Pay Per Click Advertising, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Data Visualization, Analytics, Model Evaluation, Digital Marketing, Apache Hadoop, Digital Advertising, Digital Marketing Tools, Machine Learning Methods, AI Personalization, Advertising, Social Media Strategy, Predictive Modeling
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica
Skills you'll gain: Control Systems, Matlab, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Simulations, Systems Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Software, Systems Design, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra, Estimation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, No-Code Development, AI Integrations, AI Enablement, Business Process Automation, Business Process, Data Management, Risk Mitigation, Return On Investment, Process Design, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Transformation, Decision Intelligence, Automation, Performance Metric, Project Implementation, Performance Measurement, Data Cleansing, Business Metrics
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Analysis, Data Import/Export, Data Mapping, Data Integration, Data Management
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours