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.

SkillUp
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Dashboard, Power BI, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Interactive Data Visualization, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Visualization Software, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Star Schema, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export, Data Security, Security Controls
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Washington
Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Relational Databases, Database Systems, Dataflow, Databases, Data Science, Database Theory, Data Manipulation, Data Store, Data Processing, Database Management Systems, NoSQL, Apache Spark, Distributed Computing, Apache Hadoop, SQL, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Cloud Computing, Python Programming
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, Data Wrangling, R (Software), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, R Programming, Data Cleansing, Scripting, Programming Principles, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence, Excel Macros, Pandas (Python Package), Prompt Engineering, Forecasting, Data Storytelling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Data Quality, Responsible AI, ChatGPT, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Report Writing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Modeling, Generative AI, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Empathy, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Risk Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Stakeholder Analysis, Business Risk Management, Human Centered Design, Decision Making, User Research, Risk Control, Behavioral Economics, Diversity and Inclusion, Psychology
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Correlation Analysis, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Report Writing, Business Communication, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Sales Management, Sales, Statistics, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Software, Model Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, Logistic Regression, Exploratory Data Analysis, Dependency Analysis, Python Programming, Data Visualization Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Relational Databases, SQL, Database Theory, R (Software), Data Visualization, Statistical Programming, Ggplot2, Data Science, Query Languages, Databases, Database Systems, R Programming, Database Design, Statistical Methods, Database Management, Data Analysis, Power BI, Python Programming
Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Dashboard Creation, Data-Driven Marketing, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Strategies, Predictive Analytics, Customer Analysis, Marketing, Data Visualization Software, Customer Insights, Market Data, Data Analysis, Forecasting, Data Collection, Analytical Skills, Strategic Decision-Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Process Development, Tableau Software, Financial Modeling, Data Presentation, Dashboard Creation, Business Process, Peer Review, Presentations, Property Management, Data Analysis, MySQL, Revenue Management, Financial Data, Risk Analysis, Property and Real Estate, Real Estate, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, SQL
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Linear Algebra, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, NumPy, Scientific Visualization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Applied Machine Learning, Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Model Optimization, Data Manipulation, Classification Algorithms, Programming Principles, Regression Analysis, Data Structures
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Data Structures, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Computational Logic, Data Analysis Software, Data Preprocessing, Software Installation, Data Science, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Program Development, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks