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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.


Popular Beginner Data Analysis Courses and Certifications


  • C

    Coursera

    Evaluate Total Costs for Optimal Procurement

    Skills you'll gain: Cost Benefit Analysis, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Financial Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Bidding, Business Writing, Cost Estimation, Business Risk Management, Cost Accounting, Cost Management, Capital Budgeting, Business Analytics, Business Communication, Supplier Management, Business Modeling, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Analysis, Supply Chain Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California San Diego

    مقدمة عن البيانات الضخمة

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Science, Scalability, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Distributed Computing, Data Quality, Virtual Machines

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    112 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Virginia

    Business Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Growth Strategies, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Plan Execution, Mergers & Acquisitions, Competitive Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Business Ethics, Peer Review, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Business Planning, Strategic Decision-Making, Governance, Stakeholder Management, New Business Development, Business Research, Analysis, Project Management

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.8K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • K

    Knowledge Accelerators

    Excel Basics for Beginners: Workbooks, Formatting, Charts and Core Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Entry, Data Processing, Data Science, Organizational Skills, Business Analytics, Data Management, Business Intelligence, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software, Record Keeping, Customer Data Management, Productivity, Financial Analysis, Marketing Planning, Project Management, Event Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Simplilearn

    Measuring and Analyzing Process Performance Training

    Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Lean Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Process Mapping, Process Analysis, Performance Measurement, Statistical Methods, Statistical Process Controls, Descriptive Statistics, Process Improvement, Statistical Analysis, Quality Assessment, Failure Mode And Effects Analysis, Risk Analysis, Verification And Validation, Systems Of Measurement, Probability Distribution

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google

    Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Incident Response, Computer Security Incident Management, Threat Detection, Event Monitoring, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Incident Management, Security Management, Continuous Monitoring, Network Security, Network Monitoring, Splunk, Network Analysis, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Query Languages

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    3.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    PwC

    Effective Business Presentations with Powerpoint

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Data Storytelling, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Data Visualization, Business Communication, Storytelling, Communication, Peer Review, Communication Strategies, Data Analysis, Target Audience

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Target Lists with Segmentation

    Skills you'll gain: Email Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Target Audience, Performance Analysis, Return On Investment, Customer Analysis, Customer Insights, Performance Review, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Data Integration, Lead Generation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Machine Learning in Sports Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Predictive Analytics, Feature Engineering, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning Algorithms, Predictive Modeling, Analytics, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Data Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Custom Reports in Google Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Ad Hoc Reporting, Management Reporting, Performance Reporting, Web Analytics, Marketing, Web Development

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    170 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    SkillUp

    Overview: Six Sigma and the Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, Stakeholder Management, Quality Improvement, Quality Management, Organizational Strategy, Continuous Improvement Process, Process Analysis, Root Cause Analysis, Data Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDHEC Business School

    Investment Management with Python and Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Text Mining, Portfolio Risk, Asset Management, Network Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Investments, Machine Learning Methods, Return On Investment, Unstructured Data, Predictive Modeling, Web Scraping, Machine Learning, Social Network Analysis, Financial Statements, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Market, Financial Modeling, Risk Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.8K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Evaluate Total Costs for Optimal Procurement: Coursera
  • مقدمة عن البيانات الضخمة: University of California San Diego
  • Business Strategy: University of Virginia
  • Excel Basics for Beginners: Workbooks, Formatting, Charts and Core Skills: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Measuring and Analyzing Process Performance Training : Simplilearn
  • Sound the Alarm: Detection and Response: Google
  • Effective Business Presentations with Powerpoint: PwC
  • Target Lists with Segmentation: Coursera
  • Introduction to Machine Learning in Sports Analytics: University of Michigan
  • Custom Reports in Google Analytics: Coursera

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