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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


  • I

    Institute for the Future

    Forecasting Skills: See the Future Before it Happens

    Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Visionary, Strategic Thinking, Trend Analysis, Market Trend, Storytelling, Creative Thinking, Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Innovation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    509 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Functions & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Algebra, General Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Arithmetic

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    195 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    New York Institute of Finance

    Market Risk Management: Frameworks & Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Risk Management, Financial Market, Derivatives, Risk Management Framework, Portfolio Management, Risk Analysis, Market Data, Equities, Capital Markets, Estimation, Financial Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    208 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Y

    Yonsei University

    Intro to International Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Strategies, Innovation, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Business Strategy, Change Management, Case Studies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cluster Analysis in Data Mining

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Data Mining, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Statistical Methods, Algorithms, Data Structures, Data Visualization

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    410 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Renewable Power and Electricity Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Electric Power Systems, Electrical Power, Energy and Utilities, Basic Electrical Systems, Systems Of Measurement, Sustainable Technologies, Case Studies, Reliability, Market Dynamics, Emerging Technologies, Scalability, Systems Integration, Capacity Management

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    303 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Scalability, Distributed Computing, Computer Systems, Big Data, Operating Systems, File Systems, Linux, Scripting, Command-Line Interface, Performance Tuning, Programming Principles

    Build toward a degree

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    161 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Python for Data Analysis: Pandas & NumPy

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Analysis, Data Science, Python Programming, Data Structures, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Computer Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    382 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Ciencia de datos​

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Ethics, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Predictive Modeling, Data Literacy, Correlation Analysis, Data Quality, Data Science, Jupyter, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Business Analytics, Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    570 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • S

    Sapienza University of Rome

    Recovering the Humankind's Past and Saving the Universal Heritage

    Skills you'll gain: Ancient History, 3D Modeling, Scientific Methods, Anthropology, Investigation, Data Modeling, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies, Art History, Research, Timelines, Data Management

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    309 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Introducción a la Minería de Datos

    Skills you'll gain: Classification Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Data Management, Data Science, Unsupervised Learning, Big Data, Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Transaction Processing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expressway to Data Science: Essential Math

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus, Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Calculus, Graphing, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Derivatives

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    478 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • Forecasting Skills: See the Future Before it Happens: Institute for the Future
  • Algebra: Elementary to Advanced - Functions & Applications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Market Risk Management: Frameworks & Strategies: New York Institute of Finance
  • Intro to International Marketing: Yonsei University
  • Cluster Analysis in Data Mining: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Renewable Power and Electricity Systems: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to High-Performance and Parallel Computing: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Python for Data Analysis: Pandas & NumPy: Coursera
  • Ciencia de datos​: Universidad de los Andes
  • Recovering the Humankind's Past and Saving the Universal Heritage: Sapienza University of Rome

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