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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.


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Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    How to Validate your Startup Idea

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Financial Modeling, Financial Statements, Value Propositions, Income Statement, New Product Development, Business Modeling, Business Development, Market Opportunities, Investment Management, Lean Methodologies, Strategic Partnership, Persona Development, Customer Analysis, Presentations

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Machine Learning for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Decision Tree Learning, Model Evaluation, Random Forest Algorithm, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Python Programming

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado System

    DDoS Attacks and Defenses

    Skills you'll gain: Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Malware Protection, Network Security, Threat Detection, Firewall, Digital Forensics, Anomaly Detection, Code Review, Network Performance Management, Network Routing, Proxy Servers, Linux, Internet Of Things, Servers

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    174 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Python: de cero a analista de datos

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Extract, Transform, Load, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Package and Software Management, Data Science, Python Programming, Jupyter, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Analysis, Graphing, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Ubuntu, Computational Thinking, Mac OS

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Linear Algebra and Regression Fundamentals for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Matplotlib, Linear Algebra, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Applied Mathematics, Data Visualization, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Data Science, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Cluster Analysis, Association Mining, and Model Evaluation

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Mining, Predictive Analytics, Anomaly Detection, Fraud detection, Machine Learning, Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Scatter Plots, Market Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Collaborative Software

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    Multiple educators

    Human Mobility in Future Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Policy Analysis, Innovation, Systems Thinking, Storytelling, Visionary, Sociology, Social Sciences, Creative Thinking, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Impact, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Social Justice, Cultural Diversity, Critical Thinking, Case Studies, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Human Centered Design, Public Policies

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    294 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    CertNexus

    CertNexus Certified Data Science Practitioner

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Jupyter, Data Visualization, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Analysis, Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Migration, Machine Learning, Business Analytics, Classification Algorithms, Analytical Skills, Data Manipulation, Data Storytelling, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Scoping, Business Priorities, Business Analysis

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    IT Fundamentals and Hardware Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Hardware Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Computer Architecture, Desktop Support, Data Storage Technologies, System Configuration, USB, Peripheral Devices, System Support

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    MedCerts

    Pharmacy Law, Emergency Preparedness, and Biopharmaceutics

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Healthcare Ethics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Infectious Diseases, Health Care, Emergency Response, Public Health, Information Privacy

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    24 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Toronto

    iOS App Development Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Model View Controller, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, Swift Programming, User Interface (UI), Mobile Development, UI Components, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Application Frameworks, Computer Programming

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Introduction to Dental Terminology

    Skills you'll gain: Dental Radiography, Dental Procedures, Dentistry, Oral and Dental Care, Radiography, Periodontology, Dental Experience, Dental Care, Oral Health, Dental Instruments, Oral Hygiene, Radiology, Medical Terminology, Dental Hygiene, Medical Office Procedures, Surgery, Pediatrics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • How to Validate your Startup Idea: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • Machine Learning for Data Analysis: Wesleyan University
  • DDoS Attacks and Defenses: University of Colorado System
  • Python: de cero a analista de datos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Linear Algebra and Regression Fundamentals for Data Science: University of Pittsburgh
  • Cluster Analysis, Association Mining, and Model Evaluation: University of California, Irvine
  • Human Mobility in Future Cities: University of Amsterdam
  • CertNexus Certified Data Science Practitioner: CertNexus
  • IT Fundamentals and Hardware Essentials: Packt
  • Pharmacy Law, Emergency Preparedness, and Biopharmaceutics: MedCerts

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