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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


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    Duke University

    Explainable AI (XAI)

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Large Language Modeling, Data Ethics, Decision Tree Learning, Regression Analysis, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Python Programming, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Plot (Graphics), Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Erasmus University Rotterdam

    Multilevel Modeling

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Data Modeling

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    18 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Emory University

    Forecasting Models for Marketing Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Customer Demand Planning, Marketing Analytics, Forecasting, Marketing Effectiveness, Predictive Modeling, Revenue Forecasting, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, Regression Analysis, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer Retention

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    80 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Advanced Django: Building a Blog

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Tuning, Django (Web Framework), Authentications, PostgreSQL, Object-Relational Mapping, Model View Controller, Cloud Hosting, User Accounts, Application Security, Configuration Management, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    113 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Arizona State University

    Strategic Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Systems Thinking, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Decision Making, Contingency Planning, Analysis, Trend Analysis, Case Studies, Strategic Prioritization, Competitive Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Intelligence, Performance Analysis

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    71 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Electrónica Básica y Circuitos Integrados Lineales

    Skills you'll gain: Semiconductors, Electronic Components, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Power Electronics, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Materials science

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    19 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Machine Learning with PySpark: Customer Churn Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Analysis, PySpark, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Apache Spark, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Application Deployment, Machine Learning

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Systems Science and Obesity

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Epidemiology, Social Network Analysis, Simulations, Network Analysis, Public Health, Agentic systems, Social Determinants Of Health, Behavioral Health, Economics, Software Installation

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    205 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Building Candlestick Charts with Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Google Sheets, Market Data, Data Visualization, Trend Analysis, Web Scraping, Data Visualization Software

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    298 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Software Engineering: Implementation and Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Acceptance Testing, Software Development Methodologies, Configuration Management, Debugging, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Testing, Software Engineering, Unified Modeling Language, Integration Testing, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Unit Testing, System Implementation, Secure Coding, Test Case, Requirements Analysis, Agile Methodology, Project Management

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Principles of Economics: Introduction - Getting to Know You

    Skills you'll gain: Economics, Supply And Demand, Market Dynamics, Tax, Market Analysis, International Relations, Operating Cost, Policy Analysis, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Chat with Your Data: Generative AI-Powered SQL Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Database Management, Data Capture, Data Analysis, Debugging, Exploratory Data Analysis, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Databases, Data Quality

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    68 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Explainable AI (XAI): Duke University
  • Multilevel Modeling: Erasmus University Rotterdam
  • Forecasting Models for Marketing Decisions: Emory University
  • Advanced Django: Building a Blog: Codio
  • Strategic Thinking: Arizona State University
  • Electrónica Básica y Circuitos Integrados Lineales: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Machine Learning with PySpark: Customer Churn Analysis: Coursera
  • Systems Science and Obesity: Johns Hopkins University
  • Building Candlestick Charts with Google Sheets: Coursera
  • Software Engineering: Implementation and Testing: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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