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Descriptive Statistics Courses

Descriptive statistics courses can help you learn how to summarize data sets, calculate measures of central tendency, and assess variability. You can build skills in interpreting frequency distributions, creating visual data representations, and performing hypothesis testing. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, or Python for data analysis, allowing you to apply these skills in practical scenarios, such as analyzing survey results or evaluating experimental data.


Popular Descriptive Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a la ciencia de datos aplicada

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Jupyter, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Design Thinking

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Machine Learning Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Network Model, Statistical Modeling, Markov Model, Decision Support Systems, Machine Learning, Probability & Statistics, Network Analysis, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Methods, Unstructured Data, Natural Language Processing, Algorithms, Computational Thinking, Test Data

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    Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    From Data to Decisions: Getting Started with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Data Literacy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Analytical Skills, Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Analysis, Decision Making

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    11 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Applied Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Plotly, Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Data Import/Export, Programming Principles, Python Programming, Machine Learning

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Data Science in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Jupyter, NumPy, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming, Programming Principles

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Materials Data Sciences and Informatics

    Skills you'll gain: Materials science, Informatics, Data Science, Data Mining, Data Integration, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Processing, Systems Design, Engineering Analysis, Big Data, Structural Analysis, Statistics

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Neuroscience and Neuroimaging

    Skills you'll gain: Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Neurology, Medical Imaging, Diagnostic Radiology, Anatomy, Image Analysis, Data Analysis, X-Ray Computed Tomography, Correlation Analysis, Data Manipulation, Radiology, Analytical Skills, Experimentation, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Biomedical Technology, Advanced Analytics, Network Analysis, R Programming, Statistics

    4.7
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Database Design, Shiny (R Package), Dashboard, Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Big Data, Microsoft Excel, IBM Cognos Analytics, Ggplot2, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Excel Formulas, Data Manipulation, Web Scraping

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Università di Napoli Federico II

    English Upper Intermediate B2.1

    Skills you'll gain: English Language, Language Learning, Intercultural Competence, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity, Vocabulary, Trend Analysis, Environmental Issue, Grammar, Education and Training, Oral Comprehension, Social Justice, Descriptive Statistics

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of London

    Doing Economics: Measuring Climate Change

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Environmental Policy, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Climate Change Programs, Correlation Analysis, Policy Analysis, Scatter Plots, Statistics, Environmental Science, Probability Distribution

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    医学统计学与SPSS软件(基础篇)

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, SPSS (Software), Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis Software, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Biostatistics

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introducción a la ciencia de datos aplicada: Universidad de los Andes
  • Mathematical Biostatistics Boot Camp 1: Johns Hopkins University
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models: Stanford University
  • From Data to Decisions: Getting Started with AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Applied Data Science: IBM
  • Introduction to Data Science in Python: University of Michigan
  • Materials Data Sciences and Informatics: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Neuroscience and Neuroimaging: Johns Hopkins University
  • IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R: IBM
  • English Upper Intermediate B2.1: Università di Napoli Federico II

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