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Applied Data Science Courses

Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.


Popular Applied Data Science Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of Michigan

    Applied Unsupervised Learning in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Embeddings, Applied Machine Learning, Data Quality, Unstructured Data, Machine Learning Methods, Anomaly Detection, Supervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Data Transformation, Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (6) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IBM

    Data Science Methodology

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Data Modeling, Model Deployment, Data Science, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Business Research, Data Mining, Data Manipulation, Model Evaluation, Model Training, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Business Requirements, Data Collection, Decision Tree Learning, Data Storytelling

    ★ 4.6 (21K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Pearson

    Data Science Fundamentals, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Validation, Data Transformation, Applied Machine Learning, Object-Relational Mapping, Data Wrangling, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Web Scraping, Data Quality, Data Pipelines, Pandas (Python Package), Descriptive Statistics, Data Modeling, Data Science, Python Programming, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Data Analysis

    ★ 4 (6) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Data Science Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Data Visualization, Data Science, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Probability & Statistics, R (Software), Statistical Software, Forecasting, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.3 (22) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • G

    Google

    The Power of Statistics

    Skills you'll gain: A/B Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Data Analysis, Analytics, Statistics, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Software, Advanced Analytics, Probability Distribution, Data Science, Statistical Inference, Statistical Programming, Statistical Methods, Probability, Python Programming

    ★ 4.8 (890) · Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science Decisions in Time

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Game Theory, Reinforcement Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Clinical Trials, Bioinformatics, Image Analysis, Markov Model, Bayesian Statistics, Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Decision Making, Data Science, Biostatistics, Strategic Decision-Making, Clinical Research, Statistical Methods, Cyber Security Strategy, Decision Intelligence, Statistical Analysis

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IBM

    Tools for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, R (Software), R Programming, GitHub, Software Development Tools, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Statistical Programming, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Computing, Git (Version Control System), Application Programming Interface (API), Other Programming Languages, Development Environment, Query Languages, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Open Source Technology

    ★ 4.5 (30K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    SQL für Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, SQL, Data Quality, Data Management, Data Manipulation, Database Design, Data Transformation, Data Wrangling, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Database Systems, Data Literacy, Relational Databases, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

    ★ 4.2 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Analyze and Apply R for Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Analytical Skills, Ggplot2, Data Storytelling, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Data Wrangling, Data Transformation, Quantitative Research, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Applied Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Probability & Statistics, Scatter Plots, Business Analytics, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apply Advanced Tableau Analytics to Real-World Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard Creation, Tableau Software, Dashboard, Market Data, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Feature Engineering, Analytical Skills, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Case Studies, Business Intelligence, Business Analytics, Financial Market, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Statistical Modeling for Data Science Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Data Ethics, Statistical Analysis, Experimentation, Research Design, Statistical Methods, Statistical Programming, Data Science, Data Analysis, R (Software), Predictive Modeling, Statistical Software, Predictive Analytics, Probability & Statistics, General Science and Research, Correlation Analysis

    ★ 4.1 (61) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • E

    EDUCBA

    Advanced Excel Analytics, Automation & Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Data Validation, Scatter Plots, Plot (Graphics), Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Regression Analysis, Excel Formulas, Statistical Visualization, Histogram, Data Analysis, Data Integrity, Statistical Modeling, Descriptive Statistics, Spreadsheet Software, Analytics, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Automation

    ★ 4.9 (29) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular applied data science courses

  • Applied Unsupervised Learning in Python: University of Michigan
  • Data Science Methodology: IBM
  • Data Science Fundamentals, Part 1: Pearson
  • Introduction to Data Science Techniques: Illinois Tech
  • The Power of Statistics: Google
  • Data Science Decisions in Time: Johns Hopkins University
  • Tools for Data Science: IBM
  • SQL für Data Science: University of California, Davis
  • Analyze and Apply R for Data Analytics: EDUCBA
  • Apply Advanced Tableau Analytics to Real-World Data: EDUCBA

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