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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: MySQL, SQL, Relational Databases, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Computer Science
★ 4.5 (184) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Model Optimization, R (Software), Analysis, Mathematical Software, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression, Scatter Plots, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Minitab, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Software, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Model Evaluation, Data Validation, Consumer Behaviour
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Marketing, Analytics, Quantitative Research, Market Research, Target Market, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Business Research, Consumer Behaviour, Business Metrics, Branding, Statistical Analysis, Brand Strategy
★ 4.7 (802) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Jupyter, Data Import/Export, Data Science, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Python Programming, Scripting, Data Manipulation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Probability Distribution, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Combinatorics, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference, Correlation Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Training, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Visualization Software, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Statistical Methods, Python Programming
★ 4.9 (7) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Workforce Management, Google Workspace, Data Maintenance, Data Store, Data Analysis, Business Operations, Resource Allocation, Spreadsheet Software, Automation, Management Reporting, Workflow Management, Operations, Data Management
★ 4.7 (199) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Descriptive Statistics, Data Presentation, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Estimation, Probability, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Collection, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution, Decision Making, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Graphing
★ 3.8 (316) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Extract, Transform, Load, Plot (Graphics), Data Analysis, NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Package and Software Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Science, Python Programming, Jupyter, Graphing, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Scripting, Software Installation, Computational Thinking, Computing Platforms
★ 4.1 (96) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Splunk Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Splunk, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Data Synthesis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Big Data, Data Science, Business Analytics, Data Visualization
★ 4.7 (54) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, R Programming, Package and Software Management, R (Software), Computer Programming, Data Structures, Software Development, Data Science, Computer Programming Tools, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks