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.

Emory University
Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Presentations, Consulting, Microsoft PowerPoint, Management Consulting, Executive Presence, Business Consulting, Benchmarking, Microsoft Excel, Storytelling, Sales Presentations, Data Storytelling, Proposal Development, Oral Expression, Business Research, Lean Six Sigma, Interviewing Skills, Six Sigma Methodology, Problem Solving, Consultative Approaches
Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Human Centered Design, User Research, Needs Assessment, Generative AI, Social Impact, AI Enablement, Market Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Innovation, Business Analysis, Persona Development
Mixed Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, PostgreSQL, Query Languages, Data Manipulation
Intermediate Ā· Guided Project Ā· Less Than 2 Hours

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Diplomacy, International Relations, Crisis Intervention, Sustainable Development, Human Services, Political Sciences, Public Policies, Social Studies, Coordination, Social Justice, Public Safety and National Security, Governance, Policy Analysis, World History, Case Studies
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 3 Months

Fractal Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, LLM Application, Generative AI Agents, Human Resources, AI Enablement, Information Privacy, Human Resource Policies, Employee Surveys, Interviewing Skills, Recruitment, Employee Onboarding, Employee Engagement, Talent Acquisition, Compliance Management
Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Virtual Teams, Scheduling, Team Management, Conflict Management, Project Schedules, Project Management Life Cycle, Project Management, Risk Mitigation, Teamwork, Project Management Office (PMO), Procurement, Project Coordination, Kanban Principles, Performance Measurement, Risk Management, Communication, Planning, Budgeting
Beginner Ā· Professional Certificate Ā· 3 - 6 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Management, Customer Analysis, Marketing Operations, Marketing Strategies, Gap Analysis, Strategic Marketing, Content Development and Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Sales Process
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

John Wiley & Sons
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Capital Budgeting, International Finance, Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance, Income Statement, Financial Modeling, Business Valuation, Balance Sheet, Behavioral Economics, Risk Management, Investments, Cash Flows, Mergers & Acquisitions, Forecasting
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Budget Management, Budgeting, Forecasting, Financial Forecasting, Operating Budget, Cost Management, Financial Management, Cost Accounting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Statements, Business Ethics, Variance Analysis, Income Statement, Case Studies, Balance Sheet, Cash Flows
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Photo/Video Production and Technology, Image Analysis
Beginner Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Delegation Skills, Milestones (Project Management), Productivity, Microsoft Project, Team Motivation, Timelines, Accountability, Project Management, Management Training And Development, Conflict Management, Team Leadership, Stakeholder Communications, Team Management, Crisis Management, Culture Transformation, Dashboard, Lean Methodologies, Time Management, Constructive Feedback, Smart Goals
Beginner Ā· Specialization Ā· 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Cloud Deployment, Continuous Deployment, System Monitoring, API Testing, Restful API, Site Reliability Engineering, Machine Learning
Intermediate Ā· Course Ā· 1 - 4 Weeks