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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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    Duke University

    Agile Strategy for Competitive Advantage

    Skills you'll gain: Market Trend, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Market Opportunities, Business Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Business Transformation, Competitive Analysis, Trend Analysis, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Planning, Case Studies, Market Intelligence, Strategic Decision-Making

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Theory of Angular Momentum

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Electrical Engineering, Mechanics, Linear Algebra, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Corporate Finance Institute

    Advanced Tableau - Table Calculations

    Skills you'll gain: Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Trend Analysis, Analysis, Data Analysis, Business Metrics

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    Northeastern University

    Statistical Learning for Engineering Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Dimensionality Reduction, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Convolutional Neural Networks, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Classification Algorithms, Autoencoders, Predictive Modeling, Model Optimization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Secure Your Workspace Collaboration & Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Security Controls, Security Management, Data Security, System Configuration, Security Awareness, Project Management Software, Identity and Access Management, Multi-Factor Authentication, Authentications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Reconstructing America's Story

    Skills you'll gain: Case Law, Social Studies, Social Justice, Court Systems, Liberal Arts, Public History, Political Sciences, Storytelling, Policy Analysis, Diversity Awareness, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Advocacy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Evaluate, Analyze, and Model Performance

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Metric, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Failure Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillUp

    Mobile App Notifications, Databases, & Publishing

    Skills you'll gain: User Interface (UI) Design, Mobile Development, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, React Native, Apple iOS, UI Components, Database Application, Android Development, iOS Development, Mobile Development Tools, Application Development, Databases, Cloud Applications, Database Software, Database Management, Database Management Systems, Flutter (Software), Application Design, Application Deployment, Back-End Web Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Arizona State University

    Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Failure Analysis, Semiconductors, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Laboratory Testing, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Technical Standard

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Current Gen 3D Game Prop Production

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Video Game Development, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Autodesk Maya, Computer Graphic Techniques, Image Analysis, Design Research, Model Optimization, Baking

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    SkillUp

    Generative AI for Java and Spring Development

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Restful API, AI Integrations, Application Deployment, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), LLM Application, Java, Development Environment, Image Analysis, Software Development, Computer Vision

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Assessing and Improving Community Health

    Skills you'll gain: Community Health, Public Health, Health Disparities, Health Promotion, Health Assessment, Social Determinants Of Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Equity, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Systems, Data Collection, Preventative Care, Demography

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Agile Strategy for Competitive Advantage: Duke University
  • Theory of Angular Momentum: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Advanced Tableau - Table Calculations: Corporate Finance Institute
  • Statistical Learning for Engineering Part 2: Northeastern University
  • Secure Your Workspace Collaboration & Governance: Coursera
  • Reconstructing America's Story: University of Pennsylvania
  • Evaluate, Analyze, and Model Performance: Coursera
  • Mobile App Notifications, Databases, & Publishing: SkillUp
  • Crystal Structures and Properties of Metals: Arizona State University
  • Current Gen 3D Game Prop Production: Michigan State University

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