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Applied Data Science Courses

Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.

Popular Applied Data Science Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Google

    AI for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Wrangling, AI Personalization, Artificial Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Performance Analysis, AI literacy, Generative AI, Simulation and Simulation Software, Productivity Software, Google Workspace

    4.7 stars, 814 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Leeds

    Programming for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Software Installation, Data Structures, Data Science

    4.4 stars, 30 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • B

    Ball State University

    Master of Science in Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Software Engineering, Full-Stack Web Development, Graph Theory, Data Wrangling, Statistical Machine Learning, File Systems, Database Systems, Spatial Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Theoretical Computer Science, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, SAS (Software), Statistical Methods, Cryptography, Statistical Inference, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Artificial Intelligence, Text Mining

    Degree · 1 - 4 Years

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    Data Analytics Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Google Sheets, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Large Language Modeling, Data Literacy, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Requirements Elicitation, LLM Application, Requirements Analysis, Data Analysis, Analytics, Business Requirements, Analytical Skills, Exploratory Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Productivity Software

    4.8 stars, 224 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (224) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Scientific Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Data Presentation, Color Theory, Graphic and Visual Design, Visual Design, Spatial Data Analysis, Tree Maps, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Data Storytelling, Statistical Visualization, Design Elements And Principles, Tableau Software, Plot (Graphics), Data Literacy, Computer Displays, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

    4.9 stars, 10 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.9 (10) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Health Data Science Foundation

    Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Health Care, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Healthcare Project Management, Medical Science and Research, Unsupervised Learning, Program Development

    3.1 stars, 30 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.1 (30) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    Introduction to Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Mining, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Dashboard, Analysis, Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Data Visualization, Big Data, Data Storage Technologies, Analytical Skills, Data Wrangling, Data Science, Data Analysis Software, Data Mart, Data Warehousing, Data Processing, Microsoft Excel

    4.8 stars, 21K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (21K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Statistics For Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Data Science, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference

    4 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4 (44) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Y

    Yale University

    The Science of Well-Being for Teens

    Skills you'll gain: Positivity, Habit Formation, Mental Health, Goal Setting, Stress Management, Compassion, Psychology, Mindfulness

    4.8 stars, 829 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (829) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Data Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Presentation, Power BI, Data Ethics, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Data Modeling, Data Governance, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Visualization, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Data Architecture, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation

    4.6 stars, 201 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (201) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Bestseller
    Bestseller
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Introduction to Big Data

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Scalability, Data Processing, Data Science, Distributed Computing, Unstructured Data, Data Infrastructure, Data Analysis, Data Quality, File Systems

    4.6 stars, 11K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (11K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Data Science for Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Intelligence, Model Training, Machine Learning Algorithms, Forecasting, Classification Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction, Embeddings

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • AI for Data Analysis: Google
  • Programming for Data Science: University of Leeds
  • Master of Science in Data Science: Ball State University
  • Data Analytics Foundations: DeepLearning.AI
  • Data Visualization: Johns Hopkins University
  • Health Data Science Foundation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Introduction to Data Analytics: IBM
  • Statistics For Data Science: Coursera
  • The Science of Well-Being for Teens: Yale University
  • Microsoft Data Visualization: Microsoft

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