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.

Northeastern University
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Software Installation, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Debugging, Program Development, Integrated Development Environments, Data Manipulation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Manufacturing Processes, Manufacturing Operations, Automation Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Transformation, Production Process, Digital Design, Supply Chain Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Dynamics, Workforce Development, Cybersecurity
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The Pennsylvania State University
Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Microbiology, Public Health, Pathology, Immunology, Preventative Care, Sanitation, Social Determinants Of Health, Social Sciences, Community Health, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Medical Science and Research, Biology, Drug Development, Social Network Analysis, Case Studies
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Persistence, Self-Motivation, Adaptability, Resilience, Interpersonal Communications, Cultural Diversity, Communication, Decision Making
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Business Reporting, Data Visualization, Excel Macros, Dashboard, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Modeling, Data Validation, Productivity Software, Data Entry, Data Management, Financial Modeling, Data Security, Data Integrity, Computer Literacy
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

LearnQuest
Skills you'll gain: Core Data (Software), Model View Controller, Apple iOS, JSON, Swift Programming, Apple Xcode, iOS Development, Responsive Web Design, Mobile Development, Data Persistence, Data Structures, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Unit Testing, Apple software proficiency, Transaction Processing, Database Application, User Interface (UI), Application Development, UI Components, Application Programming Interface (API)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Surveys, User Research, Survey Creation, Sampling (Statistics), A/B Testing, Web Analytics, Qualitative Research, Usability Testing, Research Methodologies, Web Analytics and SEO, Data Collection, Research Design, Sample Size Determination, Analytics, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Peking University
Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, C++ (Programming Language), Computational Thinking, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File I/O, Graph Theory, C (Programming Language), Program Development, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Computer Programming, Data Storage, Computer Architecture, Maintainability, Software Design, Database Systems, Computer Hardware, Software Engineering
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Business Process Modeling, Business Analysis, Cloud-Native Computing, Data Migration, Software Architecture, Stakeholder Analysis, Systems Design, Extract, Transform, Load, Systems Architecture, Communication Planning, Stakeholder Management, Data Integration, Network Security, Test Planning, Cybersecurity, Enterprise Architecture, Software Testing, Project Management, Information Technology
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Git (Version Control System), Version Control, GitHub, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Science, Generative AI, Development Environment, Computer Programming, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, Relational Databases, PostgreSQL, Database Theory, Database Management, Data Modeling, Databases, Data Integrity
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of London
Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Human Computer Interaction, Interaction Design, Web Design and Development, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Usability, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Wireframing, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Data Structures, Web Components, Javascript
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months