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.

American Psychological Association
Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Histogram, Data Literacy, Statistical Visualization, Data Analysis, Graphing, Analytical Skills, Arithmetic
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Code Reusability, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Automation, Programming Principles, Computer Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Data Pipelines, PySpark, Real Time Data, Data Transformation, SQL, Data Processing, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis, Scientific Visualization, Analysis, Software Installation
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Consulting, Problem Solving, Management Consulting, Analytical Skills, Complex Problem Solving, Business Consulting, Performance Improvement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Consultative Approaches
★ 4.8 (485) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Planning, Demand Planning, Customer Demand Planning, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Capacity Planning, Materials Management, Forecasting, Material Requirements Planning, Performance Measurement, Microsoft Excel, Communication Planning, Excel Formulas, Performance Metric, Capacity Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Analysis, Meeting Facilitation
★ 4.5 (352) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Akamai Technologies, Inc.
Skills you'll gain: Endpoint Security, Computer Security Incident Management, Security Management, Databases, Operating System Administration, Routing Protocols, Database Development, Database Design, Application Development, Network Architecture, Linux Commands, TCP/IP, Operating Systems, Web Design and Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Scripting Languages, Web Development, Data Structures, Data Analysis, Software Development
★ 4.7 (392) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Environmental Monitoring, Spatial Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Geographic Information Systems, GIS Software, Data Processing, Spatial Analysis, Image Analysis, Environmental Science, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Verification And Validation, Technical Communication
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Nikolai Schuler
Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Collaborative Software, Data Sharing, Cloud Services, Data Access, Data Maintenance, Cloud Deployment, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Authorization (Computing), Data Security, Business Intelligence Software, Data Visualization, Identity and Access Management, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Resource Allocation, Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Marketing Analytics, Branding, Data Science, Brand Management, Analytics, Data Literacy, Data Strategy, Marketing Management, Culture Transformation, Marketing, Data Analysis, Digital Transformation, Brand Strategy, Customer Insights, Customer Engagement, Analytical Skills, Advertising
★ 4.6 (474) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, AI Personalization, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning, Model Training, Logistic Regression, Model Optimization, Data Analysis, Driving engagement, Persona (User Experience)
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks