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Applied Data Science Courses

Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.

Popular Applied Data Science Courses and Certifications


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    IBM

    Python for Data Science, AI & Development

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, NumPy, Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    44K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    Edureka

    Applied Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Data Visualization, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Matplotlib, Plotly, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Seaborn, SQL, Pandas (Python Package), Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Python Programming, Data Transformation, Feature Engineering, Data Integration, NumPy, Web Scraping

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    54 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Job Skills
    Job Skills
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    IBM

    IBM Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Administration, Apache Spark, Data Warehousing, Web Scraping, Data Pipelines, Apache Hadoop, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Design, Database Management, Linux Commands, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Store, Generative AI, Professional Networking, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Data Science

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    62K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Advanced Statistical Techniques for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Data Visualization, Statistical Inference, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Presentation, Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Cleansing, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Analytics, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Logistic Regression, R Programming, Verification And Validation

    Build toward a degree

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    49 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Bestseller
    Bestseller
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    Multiple educators

    Data Science Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Web Scraping, Pseudocode, Jupyter, Algorithms, Data Literacy, Data Mining, Data Analysis, R (Software), Data Presentation, Correlation Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Science, Machine Learning, Project Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    117K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of California, Davis

    SQL für Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, SQL, Data Quality, Data Management, Data Manipulation, Database Design, Data Transformation, Data Wrangling, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Database Systems, Data Literacy, Relational Databases, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Data Analysis with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Predictive Modeling, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Data Processing, Data Science, Predictive Analytics, Model Training, Analytics, Model Optimization, Pandas (Python Package), Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    20K reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Statistics and Applied Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Visualization, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Programming, R (Software), Probability, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics), Box Plots, Histogram, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistical Software, Microsoft Excel, Statistics, Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    48 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Databases and SQL for Data Science with Python

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Management, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, Databases, Query Languages, Database Theory, Data Access, Jupyter, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    23K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Job Skills
    Job Skills
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    Google

    Google Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Validation, Ggplot2, Google Sheets, Sampling (Statistics), Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, LinkedIn, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File Management, Web Presence, Data Structures, Interviewing Skills

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    180K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Washington

    Data Science at Scale

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Scientific Visualization, Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Statistical Visualization, Big Data, Relational Databases, Supervised Learning, Database Systems, Dataflow, Data Science, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Methods, R Programming, Data Analysis, Model Training, SQL, Python Programming

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    924 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expressway to Data Science: Essential Math

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

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    479 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular applied data science courses

  • Python for Data Science, AI & Development: IBM
  • Applied Data Analytics: Edureka
  • IBM Data Engineering: IBM
  • Advanced Statistical Techniques for Data Science: Illinois Tech
  • Data Science Foundations: University of London
  • SQL für Data Science: University of California, Davis
  • Data Analysis with Python: IBM
  • Statistics and Applied Data Analysis: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Databases and SQL for Data Science with Python: IBM
  • Google Data Analytics: Google

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