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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


  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Java for Android

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Java, Java Programming, Android Development, Object Oriented Design, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Mobile Development, Android (Operating System), Data Access, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Mobile Development Tools, Development Environment, Code Reusability, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Logic

    4.5 stars, 3.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (3.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • D

    Duke University

    Databricks to Local LLMs

    Skills you'll gain: Databricks, Model Deployment, Generative AI, Data Lakes, Extract, Transform, Load, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Data Transformation, LLM Application, Data Pipelines, Hugging Face, Large Language Modeling, Responsible AI, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Science, Machine Learning

    3.9 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (12) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Creativity, Team Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Technology Strategies, Creative Thinking, Business Modeling, Engineering Management, Strategic Thinking, Collaboration, People Management, Business Planning, Team Collaboration, Decision Making, Strategic Planning, New Product Development, New Business Development

    4.8 stars, 3.8K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (3.8K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Planning and Transcribing Qualitative Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Qualitative Research, Rapport Building, Data Collection, Research Design, Research, Research Methodologies, Research Reports, Data Analysis Software, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Report Writing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • I

    Interactive Brokers

    Practical Guide to Trading

    Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Equities, Futures Exchange, Risk Analysis, Financial Trading, International Finance, Investments, Securities Trading, Financial Market, Portfolio Risk, Risk Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Market Analysis, Market Data, Capital Markets, Investment Management, General Finance, Tax, Financial Accounting

    4.4 stars, 872 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (872) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Peking University

    程序设计与算法

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Memory Management, C and C++, Graph Theory, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Object Oriented Design, Computational Thinking, C (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Theoretical Computer Science, Program Development, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Application Development, Systems Development, Data Storage, Computer Architecture

    4.8 stars, 2.7K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most

    Skills you'll gain: Goal Setting, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Goal-Oriented, Behavioral Health, Habit Formation, Action Oriented, Human Development, Liberal Arts, Prioritization, Decision Making

    4.8 stars, 3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Natural Capital for Development

    Skills you'll gain: Natural Resource Management, Environment and Resource Management, Sustainable Systems, Environmental Resource Management, Environment, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issue, Economic Development, Land Management, Environmental Policy, Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Consumption Accounting, Economics, Policy Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, Accounting, Accounting Systems, Spatial Analysis, Case Studies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    Indian School of Business

    Trading Strategies in Emerging Markets

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Peer Review, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Trading, Balance Sheet, Portfolio Management, Portfolio Risk, Income Statement, Data Collection, Market Liquidity, Financial Market, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Performance Analysis, Market Dynamics, Performance Measurement, Investments, Accruals, Securities Trading, Return On Investment

    4.2 stars, 2.7K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.2 (2.7K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Mindware: Critical Thinking for the Information Age

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Data Analysis, Deductive Reasoning, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Experimentation, Critical Thinking, Data Literacy, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Science and Research, Research Design, Behavioral Economics, Decision Making, Cognitive flexibility, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference, Forecasting, Adaptability

    4.8 stars, 1.5K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (1.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Pennsylvania

    Introduction to Python Programming

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Programming Tools, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Computational Thinking, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Data Storage, Functional Design, Integrated Development Environments, Software Documentation, Code Reusability, Data Import/Export, Jupyter

    4.6 stars, 1.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (1.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Packt

    AI Foundations and Secure AI Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Prompt Engineering, Model Training, Generative AI, Large Language Modeling, Model Optimization, Embeddings, Natural Language Processing, Data Governance, Prompt Patterns, Machine Learning Methods, Generative Model Architectures, Model Evaluation, Model Deployment, Data Processing, Responsible AI, Deep Learning, Data Security, Machine Learning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Java for Android: Vanderbilt University
  • Databricks to Local LLMs: Duke University
  • Innovation: From Creativity to Entrepreneurship: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Planning and Transcribing Qualitative Interviews: Sage Publications
  • Practical Guide to Trading: Interactive Brokers
  • 程序设计与算法: Peking University
  • Finding Purpose and Meaning In Life: Living for What Matters Most: University of Michigan
  • Natural Capital for Development: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Trading Strategies in Emerging Markets: Indian School of Business
  • Mindware: Critical Thinking for the Information Age: University of Michigan

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