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.
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Data Presentation, Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Big Data, Asset Management, Business Analysis, Feasibility Studies, Business Modeling, Intellectual Property, Data Quality, Information Management, Network Model, Data Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence
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Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Anomaly Detection, Model Training, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Development Environment
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Universitat Politècnica de València
Skills you'll gain: Econometrics, Research Design, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Scientific Methods, Statistical Methods, Science and Research, Data Analysis, Research Methodologies, Research, Statistics, General Science and Research, Research and Design, Stata, STATA (Software), Statistical Modeling, Data Synthesis, Data Collection, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Data Analysis, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Network Analysis, Analysis, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Program Development
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Case Western Reserve University
Skills you'll gain: Geostatistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Probability & Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Correlation Analysis, Data Validation, Simulations, Histogram, Box Plots
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Kibana, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Web Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Decision Support Systems, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Content Performance Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Import/Export
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, R (Software), R Programming, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Programming, Bayesian Statistics, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Probability, Statistical Software, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Science, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Consumer Behaviour, Survey Creation, Market Research, Data Analysis, Marketing, Data Collection, Marketing Psychology, Business Research, Marketing Strategies, Research Methodologies, Research Design, Market Data, Customer Analysis, Experimentation, Decision Making, B2B Sales
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad de los Andes
Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Matplotlib, Python Programming, NumPy, Data Processing, Algorithms, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming, Pandas (Python Package), Debugging, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Graphing, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Amazon Web Services
Skills you'll gain: Amazon Web Services, Web Applications, Cloud Services, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Solutions, Information Technology, Cloud Computing, Public Cloud, Network Protocols, IT Infrastructure, Computer Systems, Amazon S3, Web Development, General Networking, Network Security, Web Servers, Operating Systems, Servers, Data Analysis, Project Management
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Maven Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Model Optimization, Classification Algorithms, Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods, Forecasting, Statistical Methods, Data Preprocessing, Data Mining, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Business Intelligence
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Splunk Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Correlation Analysis, Data Transformation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard Creation, Data Wrangling, Performance Tuning, Model Optimization, Dashboard, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Analysis, Data Synthesis, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Big Data, Data Science, Business Analytics
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months