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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


  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Business Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Teamwork, Business Writing, Constructive Feedback, Conflict Management, Diversity and Inclusion, Collaboration, Team Building, Diversity Awareness, Business Correspondence, Business Communication, Team Collaboration, Recognizing Others, Motivational Skills, Decision Making, Collaborative Software, Writing, Team Motivation, Performance Management, Staff Management, Grammar

    4.8 stars, 11K reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (11K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Trending right now
    Trending right now
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    Simplilearn

    AI ML with Deep Learning and Supervised Models

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Data Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Model Deployment, Reinforcement Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Tensorflow, Machine Learning Algorithms, Keras (Neural Network Library), Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Regression Analysis

    3.8 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.8 (13) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Satellite Imagery, Remote Sensing & Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Random Forest Algorithm, Model Evaluation, Feature Engineering, Model Training, Matplotlib, Convolutional Neural Networks, Image Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Plot (Graphics), Supervised Learning, Environmental Monitoring, Geospatial Information and Technology, Scientific Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Deep Learning, Geospatial Mapping, Machine Learning

    4.4 stars, 7 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.4 (7) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • S

    SkillUp

    Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Jupyter, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Model Training, Healthcare Ethics, Health Disparities, Health Informatics, LLM Application, Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, AI Integrations, AI Security, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Processing, Data Analysis

    4.5 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (11) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Cloud Digital Leader Training

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Agentic Workflows, Data Architecture, Cloud Security, Cloud Management, Digital Transformation, Data Governance, Cloud Storage, Google Cloud Platform, Data Strategy, Data Storage, Agentic systems, Cloud Infrastructure, Site Reliability Engineering, Data Warehousing, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, Service Level, Cloud Standards, Cloud Hosting

    4.8 stars, 4.9K reviews, Beginner, Professional Certificate, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (4.9K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The University of Chicago

    Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life

    Skills you'll gain: Sensory Systems Analysis, Neurology, Physiology, Anatomy, Electrophysiology, Blood Pressure, Mental Health Diseases and Disorders, Vital Signs, Language Disorders, Thermal Management

    4.9 stars, 3.3K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (3.3K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • G

    Google

    Functions and Conditional Statements

    Skills you'll gain: Code Reusability, Computational Logic, Scripting Languages, Functional Design, Computer Programming

    5 stars, 40 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (40) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    R Programming and Tidyverse Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Rmarkdown, R (Software), Tidyverse (R Package), Ggplot2, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Data Integration, Communication

    4.7 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    Cervical Cancer Risk Prediction Using Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Model Training, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Data Import/Export, Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization Software, Machine Learning, Risk Analysis

    4.7 stars, 44 reviews, Beginner, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (44) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • D

    DeepLearning.AI

    LangChain for LLM Application Development

    Skills you'll gain: LangChain, LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Generative AI Agents, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative Model Architectures, AI Workflows

    4.7 stars, 335 reviews, Beginner, Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.7 (335) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
  • C

    Coursera

    Querying Databases Using SQL SELECT statement

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Database Management, PostgreSQL, Data Access, Data Manipulation

    4.6 stars, 176 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.6 (176) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • S

    Stanford Online

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Bayesian Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Inference, Markov Model, Statistical Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms

    4.6 stars, 491 reviews, Advanced, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (491) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Business Communication: University of Colorado Boulder
  • AI ML with Deep Learning and Supervised Models: Simplilearn
  • Satellite Imagery, Remote Sensing & Machine Learning: Coursera
  • Artificial Intelligence for Healthcare: SkillUp
  • Google Cloud Digital Leader Training: Google Cloud
  • Understanding the Brain: The Neurobiology of Everyday Life: The University of Chicago
  • Functions and Conditional Statements: Google
  • R Programming and Tidyverse Capstone Project: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Cervical Cancer Risk Prediction Using Machine Learning: Coursera
  • LangChain for LLM Application Development: DeepLearning.AI

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