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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


  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    English for Teaching Purposes

    Skills you'll gain: Lecturing, Oral Comprehension, Language Competency, English Language, Verbal Communication Skills, Higher Education, Language Learning, Professional Development, Stress Management, Multilingualism, Collaboration, Vocabulary, Grammar, Communication Strategies, Motivational Skills

    ★ 4.7 (632) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Solar Energy and Electrical System Design

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Wiring, Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Building Design, Construction Inspection, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Equipment, Engineering Calculations, Architectural Design, System Requirements, Mechanical Design, Systems Analysis, Energy and Utilities, Building Codes, Structural Analysis, Cost Estimation

    ★ 4.7 (730) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors

    Skills you'll gain: Computer Architecture, Systems Design, Microarchitecture, System Design and Implementation, Technical Design, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Digital Design, Design Software, Hardware Architecture, Computer Hardware, Simulations

    ★ 4.3 (858) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Calculus for Machine Learning and Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Applied Machine Learning, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Python Programming, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Computer Programming, Derivatives

    ★ 4.8 (955) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Alberta

    Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Environment, Scientific Methods, Timelines, Environmental Science, Mechanics

    ★ 4.9 (3.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • A

    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Teaching Language Online

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Grammar, English Language, Language Learning, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Requirements Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (695) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative AI for Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Patterns, Database Design, LLM Application, Database Development, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Vibe coding, Databases, Collaborative Software, Software Testing, OpenAI API, Application Design, Technical Documentation, AI Integrations, Generative AI, Software Engineering, Software Development, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.6 (811) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • Q

    Queen Mary University of London

    Research Methodologies

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Science and Research, Data Collection, Focus Group, Research, Market Research, Research Design, Sample Size Determination, Interviewing Skills, Probability & Statistics, Case Studies

    ★ 4.7 (844) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • D

    Duke University

    Visual Perception and the Brain

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Psychology, Motion Arguments, Physiology, Anatomy

    ★ 4.7 (279) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IBM

    Supervised Machine Learning: Classification

    Skills you'll gain: Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Logistic Regression, Machine Learning Algorithms, Decision Tree Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Business Logic, Machine Learning Methods, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Cleansing, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Model Optimization, Sampling (Statistics)

    ★ 4.8 (458) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • K

    Knowledge Accelerators

    Customer Service Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Problem Solving, Customer Support, Telephone Skills, Greeting Customers, Service Level, Help Desk Support, Customer and Client Support, Personal Attributes, Technical Support and Services, Customer Relationship Management, Communication, Customer Complaint Resolution, Empathy, Customer Engagement, Customer experience improvement, Process Management

    ★ 4.8 (1.9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • L

    LearnKartS

    Campus to Corporate Training Program

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Security Awareness, Team Collaboration, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Teamwork, Active Listening, Stress Management, Problem Solving, Emotional Intelligence, Collaboration, Productivity, Courage, Personal Integrity, Workplace Bullying Intervention, Information Privacy, Accountability, Professionalism, Diversity Awareness, Diversity and Inclusion

    ★ 4.7 (524) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • English for Teaching Purposes: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Solar Energy and Electrical System Design: University at Buffalo
  • Digital Systems: From Logic Gates to Processors: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Calculus for Machine Learning and Data Science: DeepLearning.AI
  • Dino 101: Dinosaur Paleobiology: University of Alberta
  • Teach English Now! Teaching Language Online: Arizona State University
  • Generative AI for Software Development: DeepLearning.AI
  • Research Methodologies: Queen Mary University of London
  • Visual Perception and the Brain: Duke University
  • Supervised Machine Learning: Classification: IBM

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