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.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Algorithms
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mapping, Descriptive Statistics, Data Access
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, NumPy, Probability Distribution, Matplotlib, Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Linear Algebra, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Logical Reasoning
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Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Software Architecture, Software Design, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Development Environment, Unified Modeling Language, Software Engineering, Web Applications, Software Development Tools, Software Development, Application Deployment, Programming Principles, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Python Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
Skills you'll gain: Oral Comprehension, Telephone Skills, English Language, Bilingual (Spanish/English), Vocabulary, Oral Expression, Verbal Communication Skills, Business Communication, Grammar, Language Learning, Writing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Amsterdam
Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Matplotlib, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Probability Distribution, Dimensionality Reduction, R Programming, Probability, Python Programming, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Linear Algebra, Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Data Management, Data Collection, Case Report Forms, Data Sharing, Health Informatics, Data Strategy, Data Quality, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Sampling (Statistics), Data Integrity, Data Validation, Regulatory Compliance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Columbia University
Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Scheduling, Construction Management, Timelines, Lean Methodologies, Construction, Project Management Software, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation, Probability & Statistics
Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Process Improvement, Sampling (Statistics), Project Management, Data Literacy, Regression Analysis, Process Capability, Goal Setting, Statistical Analysis, Scatter Plots, Customer experience improvement, Quality Management, Microsoft Excel, Process Mapping, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Box Plots, Data Science, Histogram, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Applied Machine Learning, Data Cleansing, Scatter Plots, Matplotlib, Scripting, Python Programming, NumPy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Statistical Inference, Programming Principles, Regression Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Risk Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Feature Engineering, Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Data Processing, Supervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning Methods, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Statistical Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months