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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.


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Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Copilot, Dashboard, Forecasting, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Processing, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Preprocessing, Data Quality, Statistical Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Analysis

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google

    AI for Content Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Style Guides, Presentations, Generative AI, Content Creation, AI Enablement, Prompt Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Design Reviews, Responsible AI, Storytelling, Prototyping, Brand Management, Video Production

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    A Crash Course in Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Science, Data Management, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Project Design, Performance Metric, Software Engineering, Machine Learning, Statistical Inference

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    Data Warehousing for Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, Decision Support Systems, Relational Databases, Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Performance Measurement, Database Management Systems, Database Management, Dashboard, SQL, Star Schema, Operational Performance Management, Data Governance, Oracle Databases, Data Integration, MicroStrategy, Extract, Transform, Load, Business Analytics

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of London

    Machine Learning for All

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Data Collection, Classification Algorithms

    Build toward a degree

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Accelerate Model Training with PyTorch 2.X

    Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Distributed Computing, Data Pipelines, Performance Tuning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Deep Learning, AI Workflows, Model Deployment, Scalability, LLM Application, Hardware Architecture, Machine Learning, Computer Architecture

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    AI Engineer Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Transfer Learning, Tensorflow, Keras (Neural Network Library), Dimensionality Reduction, Deep Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Applied Machine Learning, BeeAI, Data Preprocessing, Convolutional Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Responsible AI, Python Programming, Agentic systems, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Feature Engineering

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Introducción a Data Science: Programación Estadística con R

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Programming, Ggplot2, Plot (Graphics), Data Manipulation, Simulations, Statistical Software, Statistical Visualization, Data Processing, Graphing, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Scripting, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Structures, Software Installation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Health Analytics and Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Risk Management, Value-Based Care, Clinical Practices, Health Care Administration, Health Systems, Care Management, Analytics, Health Information Management, Health Care, Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Analytical Skills, Health Technology, Healthcare Ethics, Predictive Analytics, Health Education, Data Science, Business Strategy

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Siemens

    Introduction to the Industrial Metaverse (IMV)

    Skills you'll gain: Business Transformation, Manufacturing Operations, Digital Transformation, Information Technology Operations, Cloud Computing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Organize Views Quickly

    Skills you'll gain: Organizational Skills, Workflow Management, Project Management Software, Collaborative Software, Team Oriented, Kanban Principles, Project Management, Data Visualization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pragmatic AI Labs

    Machine Learning with Databricks and MLflow

    Skills you'll gain: MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Databricks, Apache Spark, Model Evaluation, Hugging Face, Data Architecture, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), LLM Application, Data Science, Data Mining, Mathematical Modeling, Scala Programming, Continuous Monitoring, Rust (Programming Language), Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Inference, Artificial Intelligence, Functional Testing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Programming Principles

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Microsoft Excel: Microsoft
  • AI for Content Creation: Google
  • A Crash Course in Data Science: Johns Hopkins University
  • Data Warehousing for Business Intelligence: University of Colorado System
  • Machine Learning for All: University of London
  • Accelerate Model Training with PyTorch 2.X: Packt
  • AI Engineer Associate: Packt
  • Introducción a Data Science: Programación Estadística con R: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Health Analytics and Data Analysis: John Wiley & Sons
  • Introduction to the Industrial Metaverse (IMV): Siemens

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