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Data Analysis Courses for Beginners

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.


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Popular Beginner Data Analysis Courses and Certifications


  • G

    Google Cloud

    Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Engineer

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Identity and Access Management, Kubernetes, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Prompt Engineering, Cloud Storage, Containerization, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Cloud-Native Computing, Terraform, Cloud Applications, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Load Balancing, Application Deployment, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Virtual Networking

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    59K reviews

    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    IBM IT Support

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Technical Support, Cloud Services, Cloud Deployment, Generative AI, Hardware Troubleshooting, IT Service Management, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Computing, Professional Networking, Help Desk Support, Data Storage, Desktop Support, Peripheral Devices, Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Service

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    12K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    Eindhoven University of Technology

    Improving Your Statistical Questions

    Skills you'll gain: Science and Research, Research Design, Research, Quantitative Research, Experimentation, Sample Size Determination, Data Sharing, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Data Synthesis, R Programming

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    112 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Analítica de Datos en Finanzas​

    Skills you'll gain: Technical Analysis, Portfolio Management, Investments, Financial Forecasting, Financial Trading, Investment Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Financial Modeling, Analytics, Portfolio Risk, Predictive Analytics, Capital Markets, Performance Measurement, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Analysis, Risk Analysis, Market Data, Equities, Predictive Modeling

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    219 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Create Interactive Dashboards with Streamlit and Python

    Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Dashboard, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Web Applications, Data Science, Data Analysis, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    402 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    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

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Cloud Technology Consultant

    Skills you'll gain: AWS Identity and Access Management (IAM), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Large Language Modeling, Amazon CloudWatch, AWS CloudFormation, Amazon DynamoDB, Software Development Life Cycle, CI/CD, Amazon Web Services, Professional Networking, Prompt Engineering, Cloud Computing, Generative AI, Extract, Transform, Load, Software Architecture, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Management, Data Management, Problem Solving, Teamwork

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    7K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Human Centered Design, Problem Solving, AI Security, AI Enablement, Business Leadership, Strategic Leadership, AI Product Strategy, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Business Strategy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Analytical Skills, Strategic Thinking, Artificial Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Design Thinking, Thought Leadership, Project Implementation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    206 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • I

    IBM

    Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Business Ethics, Legal Risk, Socioeconomics, AI Security, Social Impact, Information Privacy, Accountability

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    311 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    CertNexus

    CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist

    Skills you'll gain: Crisis Management, Data Ethics, Governance, Business Ethics, Responsible AI, Media Relations, Strategic Thinking, Communication Strategies, Business Leadership, Accountability, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Emerging Technologies, Organizational Leadership, Public Relations, Operational Risk, Risk Management, Communication, Leadership, Learning Strategies, Test Planning

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    608 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a la inteligencia artificial contemporánea

    Skills you'll gain: Artificial Intelligence, Image Analysis, Reinforcement Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Semantic Web, Natural Language Processing, Embedded Systems, Data Ethics, Supervised Learning, Deep Learning, Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    317 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Prompt Engineering for Law

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI, Legal Technology, LLM Application, Productivity, OpenAI, AI Personalization, AI Enablement, Legal Strategy, Large Language Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Research, Data Ethics, Expense Management, Productivity Software, Creativity, Responsible AI, Verification And Validation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    8.3K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Preparing for Google Cloud Certification: Cloud Engineer: Google Cloud
  • IBM IT Support: IBM
  • Improving Your Statistical Questions: Eindhoven University of Technology
  • Analítica de Datos en Finanzas​: Universidad de los Andes
  • Create Interactive Dashboards with Streamlit and Python: Coursera
  • Doing Economics: Measuring Climate Change: University of London
  • AWS Cloud Technology Consultant: Amazon Web Services
  • Leadership Strategies for AI and Generative AI: Fractal Analytics
  • Generative AI: Impact, Considerations, and Ethical Issues: IBM
  • CertNexus Certified Ethical Emerging Technologist: CertNexus

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