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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.


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Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    Packt

    Intro to WordPress Development

    Skills you'll gain: WordPress, Ajax, Development Environment, Content Management Systems, Web Development, Data Management, PHP (Scripting Language), Database Development, MySQL, Javascript and jQuery, Information Architecture, Database Management, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Application Security, User Accounts, Data Validation

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    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    PyCaret: Anatomy of Regression

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Feature Engineering, Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Applied Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Performance Tuning, Python Programming, Machine Learning

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    14 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana

    Ciudades en Transición

    Skills you'll gain: Socioeconomics, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Environment, Systems Thinking, Climate Change Adaptation, Public Health, Spatial Analysis, Digital Transformation, Diversity Awareness, Governance, Transportation Operations, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Fundamental Rights Impact Assessment for GenAI Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Information Systems Security Assessment Framework (ISSAF), Data Ethics, Information Privacy, Regulatory Compliance, Compliance Management, Risk Analysis, Data Governance, Risk Mitigation, Prompt Engineering

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Generative AI with Vertex AI: Build a customer chatbot

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud API, Google Cloud Platform, Text Mining, Application Programming Interface (API), LLM Application, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Jupyter, Python Programming, Classification Algorithms

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    AZ-104: Azure Storage, Compute, Containers, and Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Management, Virtual Machines, Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud Storage, Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Application Deployment, IT Automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Application Security, Data Import/Export, Scalability, Encryption

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Edureka

    Business Intelligence with Databricks

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Management, Database Development

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Econometrics - Theory and Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Econometrics, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Economics, Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, Logistic Regression, Model Evaluation

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Burp Suite Unfiltered - Go from a Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Exploit development, Security Testing, Test Tools, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Application Security, Web Servers, Network Protocols, Web Applications, Test Automation, Development Environment, Proxy Servers, Authentications

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Security Governance, Compliance & Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Security Management, Compliance Management, Risk Appetite, Risk Analysis, Risk Mitigation, Business Risk Management, Cyber Governance, Compliance Auditing, Cyber Security Policies, Governance, Data Governance, Security Controls, Vulnerability Assessments, Security Awareness, Vendor Management

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    Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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    6 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Duke University

    Pandas for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Preprocessing, Data Quality, NumPy, File I/O, Query Languages, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Debugging

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Simplilearn

    Generative AI Course in Software Testing and Documentation

    Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, API Testing, Test Automation, Generative AI, Software Testing, AI Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Test Case, Secure Coding, Full-Stack Web Development, LLM Application, Technical Documentation

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    15 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Intro to WordPress Development: Packt
  • PyCaret: Anatomy of Regression: Coursera
  • Ciudades en Transición: Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana
  • Fundamental Rights Impact Assessment for GenAI Projects: Coursera
  • Generative AI with Vertex AI: Build a customer chatbot: Coursera
  • AZ-104: Azure Storage, Compute, Containers, and Automation: Packt
  • Business Intelligence with Databricks: Edureka
  • Econometrics - Theory and Practice: O.P. Jindal Global University
  • Burp Suite Unfiltered - Go from a Beginner to Advanced: Packt
  • Security Governance, Compliance & Risk Management: Packt

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