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Data Analysis Courses for Beginners

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.

Popular Beginner Data Analysis Courses and Certifications


  • S

    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI for Marketing and Sales

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Email Marketing, Prompt Engineering Tools, Email Automation, Microsoft Copilot, Marketing Automation, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Google Gemini, Prompt Patterns, Multimodal Prompts, ChatGPT, Search Engine Marketing, Digital Marketing, Deepseek, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Sales

    4.5 stars, 27 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (27) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Interpretable machine learning applications: Part 5

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Responsible AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Histogram, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization, Predictive Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning, Policy Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Descriptive Statistics, Data Ethics, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Development Environment, Software Engineering

    4.6 stars, 43 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (43) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • T

    The Museum of Modern Art

    Modern Art & Ideas

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Creativity

    4.8 stars, 7K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (7K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Leveraging AI for Enhanced Content Creation

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI powered creativity, Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Content Creation, ChatGPT, AI Enablement, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Video Editing

    4.5 stars, 139 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (139) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Introduction to User Experience Design

    Skills you'll gain: User Experience Design, Prototyping, User Experience, User Centered Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Usability, Requirements Analysis, UI/UX Research, Requirements Elicitation, User Interface (UI), Design Research, Interaction Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Usability Testing, User Research

    4.6 stars, 9K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (9K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

    GIS Fundamentals for Public Health Research

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, ArcGIS, GIS Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Epidemiology, Public Health, Environmental Science, Data Mapping, Community Health, Analysis, Open Source Technology, Environmental Engineering

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google

    From Likes to Leads: Interact with Customers Online

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Paid media, Social Media Management, Social Media Content, Social Media Campaigns, Content Creation, Drive Engagement, Digital Media Strategy, Content Performance Analysis, Content Scheduling, Driving engagement, Digital Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Customer Engagement, Brand Awareness, Advertising, Brand Management, Marketing Analytics, Branding

    4.8 stars, 4.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Automated Report Generation with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Report Writing, Digital Transformation, Automation, Generative AI, Business Reporting, Business Process Automation, Operational Efficiency, Artificial Intelligence, Data Collection, Data Literacy

    4.3 stars, 72 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.3 (72) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft AI Product Manager

    Skills you'll gain: Product Roadmaps, User Story, Market Research, Product Management, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, AI Product Strategy, Usability, UI/UX Strategy, Market Analysis, Design Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Market Intelligence, User Interface (UI) Design, Technical Product Management, Cross-Functional Team Leadership, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Strategy, Quality Assurance and Control, Technology Roadmaps, Data Analysis

    4.5 stars, 432 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (432) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    CertNexus

    Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Accountability Frameworks, Risk Control, Accountability, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Information Privacy, Risk Management Framework, Risk Mitigation, Personally Identifiable Information, Safety Assurance, Safety and Security, Safety Standards, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Diversity and Inclusion

    4.5 stars, 102 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (102) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Python Development

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Git (Version Control System), Data Structures, GitHub, Generative AI, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Web Development, Version Control, Debugging, Data Literacy, Scripting, Flask (Web Framework), Plotly, Data Ethics, Containerization, DevOps, Automation, Data Analysis, Cloud Computing

    4.4 stars, 764 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (764) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Virginia

    Business Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Plan Execution, Strategic Planning, Mergers & Acquisitions, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Business Ethics, Peer Review, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Planning, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Stakeholder Management, New Business Development, Business Research, Analysis

    4.8 stars, 4.9K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4.9K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data analysis courses

  • AI for Marketing and Sales: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Interpretable machine learning applications: Part 5: Coursera
  • Modern Art & Ideas: The Museum of Modern Art
  • Leveraging AI for Enhanced Content Creation: Coursera
  • Introduction to User Experience Design: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • GIS Fundamentals for Public Health Research: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
  • From Likes to Leads: Interact with Customers Online: Google
  • Automated Report Generation with Generative AI: Coursera
  • Microsoft AI Product Manager: Microsoft
  • Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks: CertNexus

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