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Data Analysis Courses for Beginners

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


  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI: Transform Your Management Consulting

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Management Consulting, Business Consulting, Anthropic Claude, Process Mapping, Data Ethics, AI literacy, Google Gemini, Consulting, Process Optimization, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Process Improvement and Optimization, ChatGPT, AI Workflows, Microsoft Copilot, AI Integrations, Prompt Engineering, Change Management, Quality Assurance

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Office Excel 2021-2024: Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Excel Macros, Spreadsheet Software, Forecasting, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Data Sharing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Automation, Data Mapping, Data Entry, Document Management, Data Security, Data Management, Data Validation, User Interface (UI)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Logical Operations

    SQL Querying: Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft SQL Servers, SQL, Query Languages, Transaction Processing, Database Management, Data Manipulation, Relational Databases, Databases, Database Design, Database Software, Data Management, Data Integrity, Data Presentation, Performance Tuning

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Intermediate Python – Libraries, Tools & Practical Projects

    Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Image Analysis, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, Computer Vision, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization, Geospatial Mapping, JSON, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Numerical Analysis, Web Applications, File I/O

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    AI-Enhanced Prospecting and Sales Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Sales Prospecting, Selling Techniques, Prospecting and Qualification, Microsoft Copilot, Sales Strategy, Sales Presentation, Sales, Sales Presentations, Personalized Campaigns, Lead Generation, General Sales Practices, AI Personalization, Customer Analysis, Microsoft PowerPoint, Customer Communications Management, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, AI Integrations, Business Research, Quality Control

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    MathWorks

    Creating Custom Apps in MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, No-Code Development, UI Components, Interactive Design, Data Sharing, Plot (Graphics)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Recommender Systems: An Applied Approach using Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Data Preprocessing, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, AI Personalization, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Deployment, Artificial Neural Networks, Embeddings

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Excel for Office 365 (Desktop or Online): Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Excel Macros, Data Visualization, Consolidation, Forecasting, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft 365, Microsoft Office, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Sharing, Data Analysis Software, Data Mapping, Productivity Software, Collaborative Software, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Document Management, Data Management, User Interface (UI)

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Logical Operations

    Microsoft Office Excel 2021-2024: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Organizational Effectiveness, Spreadsheet Software, Business Intelligence, Excel Formulas, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis Software, Microsoft 365, Data Manipulation, Productivity Software, Data Management, Document Management, User Interface (UI)

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Financial & Technical Skills for Business Success

    Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Spreadsheet Software, Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Acumen, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Data Storytelling, Content Marketing, Balance Sheet, Financial Data, Web Presence, Profit and Loss (P&L) Management, Cash Flows

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Alex Genadinik

    2026 Fixing AI Errors & Hallucinations, And Fact-Checking

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Debugging, Responsible AI, Code Review, AI literacy, ChatGPT, Verification And Validation, Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows, Model Evaluation, Software Testing, Development Testing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    High-Fidelity Design and User Testing with Sketch

    Skills you'll gain: Usability Testing, Usability, User Centered Design, User Experience Design, Responsive Web Design, Software Design Documents, Prototyping, Interaction Design, Software Documentation, Mockups, Systems Design, UI/UX Research, Design, Wireframing, User Interface (UI) Design, Design Elements And Principles

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Data Analysis courses

  • Generative AI: Transform Your Management Consulting: IBM
  • Microsoft Office Excel 2021-2024: Part 3: Logical Operations
  • SQL Querying: Advanced: Logical Operations
  • Intermediate Python – Libraries, Tools & Practical Projects: Packt
  • AI-Enhanced Prospecting and Sales Techniques: Microsoft
  • Creating Custom Apps in MATLAB: MathWorks
  • Recommender Systems: An Applied Approach using Deep Learning: Packt
  • Microsoft Excel for Office 365 (Desktop or Online): Part 3: Logical Operations
  • Microsoft Office Excel 2021-2024: Part 2: Logical Operations
  • Financial & Technical Skills for Business Success: Packt

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