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Basic Statistics Courses

Basic Statistics courses can help you learn data collection methods, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. You can build skills in interpreting data sets, conducting surveys, and performing regression analysis. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, and Python, that support analyzing data and visualizing results. By applying these skills and tools, you can effectively communicate findings and make informed decisions based on statistical evidence.

Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Mastering Cisco ACI - DCACI 300-620 Prep Course

    Skills you'll gain: ESXi Installation, VMware ESX Servers, Virtual Networking, Network Infrastructure, Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC), Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), vSphere Networking and Storage, Software-Defined Networking, VMware vSAN, Data Centers, Network Switches, Network Architecture, Network Troubleshooting, Network Planning And Design, Hardware Architecture, Border Gateway Protocol, Event Monitoring, Infrastructure Architecture, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Networking Hardware

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • M

    Microsoft

    Forecasting and Predictive Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Forecasting, Forecasting, Revenue Forecasting, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Trend Analysis, Model Training, Financial Data, Predictive Modeling, Power BI, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Analysis, Model Optimization, Statistical Analysis, Business Analytics, Machine Learning, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Codio

    Data Analysis in R with RStudio & Tidyverse

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, R (Software), Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, Data Import/Export, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Wrangling, Statistical Software, Statistical Programming, Data Manipulation

    4.3 stars, 19 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.3 (19) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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    Packt

    Blender Materials, UVs, and Animation Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Animations, 3D Modeling, 3D Assets, Animation and Game Design, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Computer Graphics, Computer Graphic Techniques, Workflow Management, Digital Design, Simulations, Video Game Development, Model Optimization, Blended Learning, Content Creation, Timelines

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Timelines, Project Documentation, Team Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Management, Project Management Software, Project Coordination, Project Schedules, Milestones (Project Management), Scope Management, Project Scoping, Staff Management, Team Building, Work Breakdown Structure, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Planning, Workflow Management, Productivity Software, Organizational Skills

    4.6 stars, 2.2K reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (2.2K) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Machine Learning: Real-World Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Ethics, Image Analysis, AI Personalization, Model Training, Convolutional Neural Networks, Model Optimization, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Supervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Program Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Python Programming, Data Science, Algorithms

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IESE Business School

    Finance for Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Management, Financial Acumen, Management Accounting, Finance, Business Metrics, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Business Analysis

    4.8 stars, 1.1K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Automation, Advanced Testing, and AI

    Skills you'll gain: Test Automation, Performance Stress Testing, Performance Testing, Test Script Development, API Testing, GitHub, Postman API Platform, Continuous Integration, Software Testing, Test Tools, Version Control, Generative AI, Test Case, Git (Version Control System), AI literacy, Technical Communication, Integration Testing, Software Development, Computer Science, Information Technology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Western Australia

    Discover Best Practice Farming for a Sustainable 2050

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Water Resources, Community Development, Water Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Water Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Systems, Natural Resource Management, Sustainable Business, Community Organizing, Climate Change Adaptation, Environmental Issue, Environmental Science, Environment

    4.7 stars, 756 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (756) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Natural Gas

    Skills you'll gain: Petroleum Industry, Oil and Gas, Energy and Utilities, Safety Training, Billing, Billing & Invoicing, Safety Standards, Supply Chain, Accident Prevention, Regulatory Affairs, Transportation Operations, Customer Service, Environmental Issue, Logistics

    4.7 stars, 2.4K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (2.4K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    Edureka

    Service Meshes and Microservices Patterns

    Skills you'll gain: Microservices, Spring Boot, Development Environment, Containerization, Spring Framework, Redis, Kubernetes, Java Programming, Docker (Software), Cloud-Native Computing, Apache Maven, API Gateway, Java, Software Architecture, Application Deployment, Apache Kafka, API Design, PostgreSQL, Prometheus (Software), Grafana

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • O

    Olay

    AI Beauty: Transforming Cosmetics via Prompt Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, AI literacy, Responsible AI, Personalized Campaigns, Prompt Patterns, AI Product Strategy, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Case Studies, Data-Driven Marketing, Computer Vision, Customer Insights, Information Privacy, Trend Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • Mastering Cisco ACI - DCACI 300-620 Prep Course: Packt
  • Forecasting and Predictive Modeling: Microsoft
  • Data Analysis in R with RStudio & Tidyverse: Codio
  • Blender Materials, UVs, and Animation Essentials: Packt
  • Introduction to Project Management: Coursera
  • Machine Learning: Real-World Applications: John Wiley & Sons
  • Finance for Managers: IESE Business School
  • Automation, Advanced Testing, and AI: Microsoft
  • Discover Best Practice Farming for a Sustainable 2050: University of Western Australia
  • Natural Gas: University at Buffalo

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