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Beginner Data Analysis Courses

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.

Popular Beginner Data Analysis Courses and Certifications


  • D

    Duke University

    MLOps | Machine Learning Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Fine-tuning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Model Deployment, Cloud Deployment, Pandas (Python Package), AWS SageMaker, NumPy, Microsoft Azure, Hugging Face, GitHub Copilot, Unit Testing, Data Engineering, DevOps, Cloud Computing, Python Programming, Machine Learning, GitHub, Big Data, Data Management, Data Analysis

    4.1 stars, 639 reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.1 (639) · Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Top AI program
    Top AI program
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • I

    IBM

    IBM Relational Database Administrator with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Database Administration, Data Warehousing, Web Scraping, Data Engineering, Data Pipelines, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Design, Database Management, Relational Databases, Linux Commands, SQL, Apache Kafka, Bash (Scripting Language), Apache Airflow, Shell Script, Data Store, Generative AI, Data Import/Export, Data Security

    4.6 stars, 62K reviews, Intermediate, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.6 (62K) · Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • B

    Board Infinity

    No-Code AI Analytics: Build Dashboards & Auto Reports

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, No-Code Development, Data Processing, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Product Development, Sustainability Reporting, Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Analytics, Business Reporting, Anthropic Claude, Sustainable Business, User Interface (UI), AI Workflows

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
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  • C

    Coursera

    Introduction to Microsoft Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Entry, Data Manipulation, Expense Management, Budgeting, Inventory Management System, Data Management, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Analysis

    4.9 stars, 545 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.9 (545) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Predictive Modeling and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Logistic Regression, Data Presentation, Business Analytics, Analytics, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Regression Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Data Analysis Software, Microsoft Excel, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing

    3.6 stars, 606 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.6 (606) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Washington

    Machine Learning Foundations: A Case Study Approach

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, AI Personalization, Model Training, Deep Learning, Transfer Learning, Application Development, Predictive Modeling, Model Deployment, Text Mining, Python Programming, Classification Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 14K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (14K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Sage Publications

    Statistics for Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Research, Science and Research, Statistical Methods, Research Methodologies, Quantitative Research, Probability & Statistics, Scientific Methods, Research and Design, Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Correlation Analysis, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, General Science and Research, Sample Size Determination, Psychology, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
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    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    Machine Learning Engineer Interview Simulation

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Customer Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Interviewing Skills, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Decision Intelligence, Machine Learning, Technical Communication, Customer Insights, Data Analysis, Verbal Communication Skills, Data Preprocessing, Oral Expression

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Washington

    Computational Neuroscience

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Network Model, Electrophysiology, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Sensory Systems Analysis, Matlab, Mathematical Modeling, Network Analysis, Neurology, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Physiology, Biology, Differential Equations, Probability Distribution

    4.6 stars, 1.1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1.1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    AI for Medical Diagnosis

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Diagnostic Radiology, Predictive Modeling, Risk Modeling, Model Training, Statistical Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Medical Imaging, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Radiology, Artificial Neural Networks

    4.7 stars, 2.1K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (2.1K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Michigan

    AI Literacy for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: ChatGPT, Critical Thinking, AI literacy, Independent Thinking, Generative Model Architectures, Generative AI, Adaptability, Strategic Thinking, AI Enablement, Data Analysis, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Studies, AI powered creativity, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, AI Personalization, Model Training, Model Evaluation, AI Integrations, Prompt Engineering

    4.7 stars, 572 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (572) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft SQL Server

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Star Schema, Microsoft SQL Servers, Database Design, Transact-SQL, SQL, Data Integrity, Database Architecture and Administration, Transaction Processing, Database Development, Database Management, Data Integration, Relational Databases, Power BI, Data Warehousing, Data Maintenance, Query Languages, Database Administration, Database Systems, Data Management

    4.5 stars, 337 reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.5 (337) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Job ready
    Job ready
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner data analysis courses

  • MLOps | Machine Learning Operations: Duke University
  • IBM Relational Database Administrator with GenAI: IBM
  • No-Code AI Analytics: Build Dashboards & Auto Reports: Board Infinity
  • Introduction to Microsoft Excel: Coursera
  • Predictive Modeling and Analytics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Machine Learning Foundations: A Case Study Approach: University of Washington
  • Statistics for Psychology: Sage Publications
  • Machine Learning Engineer Interview Simulation: Coursera
  • Computational Neuroscience: University of Washington
  • AI for Medical Diagnosis: DeepLearning.AI

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