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.

Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Data Pipelines, Data Transformation, Data Quality, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Data Import/Export, Extract, Transform, Load, Exploratory Data Analysis, Cloud-Based Integration, Google Analytics
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Relational Databases, Database Management, Databases, Data Analysis
★ 4.6 (99) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Dashboard, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard Creation, Data Transformation, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Business Intelligence, Data Wrangling, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Power Platform, Performance Reporting, Business Reporting, Data Import/Export, Data Sharing
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Sales Presentations, Sales Presentation, Data Visualization, Productivity Software, Design
★ 4.4 (17) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Software Design, Program Development, Data Structures, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphic and Visual Design, Systems Design, Computer Graphics, Creative Design, Python Programming, Linear Algebra
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Keras (Neural Network Library), Transfer Learning, Deep Learning, Model Training, Tensorflow, A/B Testing, Responsible AI, Data Processing, Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning Software, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Cleansing, Model Deployment, Machine Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Dimensionality Reduction
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Autoencoders, Shiny (R Package), Deep Learning, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, R (Software), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Import/Export, Classification Algorithms, Reinforcement Learning, R Programming, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, Ggplot2, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Machine Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Machine Learning Algorithms
★ 4.8 (8) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Glasgow
Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Case Studies, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Data Quality, Crisis Management, Leadership, Data Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Leadership Development, Data Validation, Data Management, Leadership and Management, Analytical Skills, Digital Transformation, Agile Methodology
★ 4.7 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Data Collection, Alteryx, Data Quality, Microsoft Excel, Data Integrity, Data Import/Export, Test Tools, Data Loss Prevention
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, AI Orchestration, AI Integrations, Advanced Analytics, Enterprise Architecture, Automation, Artificial Intelligence, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Quality, Scalability, Performance Tuning, Software Design Patterns
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: User Provisioning, User Accounts, Data Import/Export, Salesforce, Data Integrity, Data Migration, Data Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Identity and Access Management, Data Security, Authorization (Computing), Data Sharing, Data Access, Security Controls, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Extract, Transform, Load, Google Cloud Platform, Data Warehousing, Database Design, Data Analysis
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours