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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.


Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science Decisions in Time

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Game Theory, Reinforcement Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Clinical Trials, Bioinformatics, Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Analytics, Markov Model, Bayesian Statistics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Forecasting, Data Science, Strategic Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Anomaly Detection, Applied Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Statistical Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Foundations of Agile and Exam Preparation

    Skills you'll gain: Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Backlogs, Kanban Principles, Sprint Retrospectives, Sprint Planning, Project Management Institute (PMI) Methodology, Prioritization, Lean Methodologies, Project Management Life Cycle, Waterfall Methodology, Continuous Integration

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Edureka

    Claude AI and Prompting for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Prompt Engineering Tools, Artificial Intelligence, Generative AI

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Equilibrio, ¿por qué se caen las cosas?

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Geometry, Engineering Calculations, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry, General Mathematics, Physics

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    33 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Software Development with ChatGPT: Generating Code with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Generative AI, Debugging, ChatGPT, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Python Programming, Prompt Engineering, Software Development, Application Development

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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Prospectiva jurídica

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Strategy, Legal Research, Policy Analysis, Research Methodologies, Trend Analysis, Systems Thinking, Social Sciences, Social Justice, Qualitative Research, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Creativity

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Florida

    Agroforestry IV: Climate, Carbon Storage and Agroforestry

    Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Natural Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Spatial Analysis, Research Methodologies, Biology

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

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Machine Learning Algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Decision Tree Learning, Classification Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Python Programming, Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    United Cities and Local Governments of Africa

    Planning for Climate Change in African Cities

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Climate Change Programs, Climate Change Mitigation, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issue, Social Determinants Of Health, Community Development, Environmental Resource Management, Sustainable Development, Decision Support Systems, Governance, Vulnerability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    128 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Data Engineering with Rust

    Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Rust (Programming Language), Restful API, Amazon Web Services, Cloud API, Data Structures, Data Processing, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Applications, Real Time Data, Data Manipulation, System Programming, Cryptography, Encryption, Python Programming, Command-Line Interface, Software Testing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    LearnQuest

    Angular 17 Overview & Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Web Components, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), JavaScript Frameworks, Application Frameworks, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, TypeScript, Web Applications, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Development, Development Environment

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft JavaScript Starter Kit

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Git (Version Control System), Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Persistence, React.js, Version Control, Web Development Tools, Performance Tuning, Full-Stack Web Development, GitHub, Event-Driven Programming, Application Design, Game Design, Webpack, Software Testing, Unit Testing, Software Development, Development Environment, Javascript

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Data Science Decisions in Time: Johns Hopkins University
  • Foundations of Agile and Exam Preparation: Packt
  • Claude AI and Prompting for Everyone: Edureka
  • Equilibrio, ¿por qué se caen las cosas?: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Software Development with ChatGPT: Generating Code with AI: Coursera
  • Prospectiva jurídica: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Agroforestry IV: Climate, Carbon Storage and Agroforestry: University of Florida
  • Machine Learning Algorithms: Sungkyunkwan University
  • Planning for Climate Change in African Cities: United Cities and Local Governments of Africa
  • Data Engineering with Rust: Duke University

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