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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


  • A

    American Psychological Association

    Measures of Variability

    Skills you'll gain: Box Plots, Descriptive Statistics, Histogram, Probability & Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Graphing, Variance Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    GitHub Copilot & ChatGPT for Devs - Code Smarter in 2024

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Docker (Software), ChatGPT, Google Gemini, OpenAI, AI Workflows, Development Environment, GitHub, Integrated Development Environments, Generative AI Agents, Generative AI, Git (Version Control System), Debugging

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Unlocking Business Insights through Storytelling with Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Storytelling, Infographics, Data Integrity, Statistical Visualization, Drive Engagement, Presentations, Microsoft Excel, Design Elements And Principles

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • K

    KodeKloud

    Git for beginners with Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Version Control, Collaborative Software, DevOps, Continuous Integration, File Management, Software Installation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Transforming Exploratory Data Analysis with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Real Time Data, Data Analysis, AI Workflows, Data Processing, Pandas (Python Package), Automation, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Master Excel Skills: Analyze, Automate & Visualize Data

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Data Validation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Data Integrity, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Debugging, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Automation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • H

    Hebrew University of Jerusalem

    Sex from Molecules to Elephants

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Anatomy, Anthropology, Environmental Science, Cell Biology, Taxonomy, Microbiology, Physiology

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Our Place in the Cosmos

    Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Geographic Information Systems, Physics, Environmental Science, Spatial Analysis, Environment, General Science and Research, Remote Access Systems, Life Sciences, Laboratory Research, Biology, Research, Timelines, Systems Of Measurement

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    29 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Mobile Development with .NET MAUI

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, Cross Platform Development, .NET Framework, Authentications, User Interface (UI), Application Programming Interface (API), C# (Programming Language), Microsoft Visual Studio, Development Environment, Program Development, Data Access, Software Design Patterns

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    مبادئ التسويق على وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Instagram, Facebook, Brand Awareness, Marketing, Content Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Drive Engagement, Business

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    44 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Copy.AI for Beginners: Generate texts for various use cases

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Workflow Management, Generative AI, Organizational Skills, AI Workflows, Content Creation, Brand Management

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Encryption and Decryption using C++

    Skills you'll gain: Cryptography, Encryption, Application Development, Security Engineering, Application Security, C++ (Programming Language)

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

  • Measures of Variability: American Psychological Association
  • GitHub Copilot & ChatGPT for Devs - Code Smarter in 2024: Packt
  • Unlocking Business Insights through Storytelling with Data: Coursera
  • Git for beginners with Hands-on Labs: KodeKloud
  • Transforming Exploratory Data Analysis with AI: Coursera
  • Master Excel Skills: Analyze, Automate & Visualize Data: EDUCBA
  • Sex from Molecules to Elephants: Hebrew University of Jerusalem
  • Our Place in the Cosmos: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Mobile Development with .NET MAUI: Packt
  • مبادئ التسويق على وسائل التواصل الاجتماعي: Coursera

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