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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


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    University of Michigan

    Sampling People, Networks and Records

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Sample Size Determination, Data Collection, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Network Analysis

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    106 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Stanford University

    Game Theory II: Advanced Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Bidding, Social Sciences, Resource Allocation, Political Sciences, Economics, Behavioral Economics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Probability & Statistics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    650 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    React Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Mobile Development, React.js, Web Applications, Application Development, UI Components, Front-End Web Development, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Javascript, Development Environment, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Debugging

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Davis

    Quantitative Research

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Quantitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Market Research, Data Analysis, Marketing, Target Market, Market Analysis, Regression Analysis, Sample Size Determination, Quality Control

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    User Experience Research and Design

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Usability Testing, User Experience Design, User Research, User Experience, User Story, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Centered Design, Survey Creation, Sampling (Statistics), Design Research, Interaction Design, Ideation, A/B Testing, Conceptual Design, Web Analytics, User Interface (UI)

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Management for Personal & Professional Productivity

    Skills you'll gain: Time Management, Scheduling, Strategic Prioritization, Productivity Software, Professionalism, Planning, Overcoming Obstacles, Communication Strategies, Crisis Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    EDIVET: Do you have what it takes to be a veterinarian?

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Vital Signs, Cardiology, Basic Patient Care, Physiology, Patient Observation, Biology, Clinical Assessment, Patient Communication

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Power Electronics

    Skills you'll gain: Power Electronics, Control Systems, USB, Electronic Systems, Simulations, Engineering Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Electrical Power, Hardware Design, Electronics, Technical Communication, Semiconductors, Electric Power Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Design Specifications, Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics Engineering

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Machine Learning on Google Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Tensorflow, Generative AI Agents, Keras (Neural Network Library), Data Quality, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Google Cloud Platform, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Cleansing, Prompt Engineering, Data Strategy, OpenAI, Cloud Computing

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Portfolio Diversification using Correlation Matrix

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Management, Risk Management, Investment Management, Financial Market, Financial Modeling, Investments, Correlation Analysis, Analysis, Statistics

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    287 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Miracles of Human Language: An Introduction to Linguistics

    Skills you'll gain: Language Competency, Language Learning, Language Disorders, Anthropology, Multilingualism, English Language, Communication Disorders, Cultural Diversity, Oral Comprehension, Vocabulary, Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity, Social Sciences, Sociology, Research Methodologies

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Introducción a la ciencia de datos aplicada

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Jupyter, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Design Thinking

    4.7
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    426 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Sampling People, Networks and Records: University of Michigan
  • Game Theory II: Advanced Applications: Stanford University
  • React Basics: Meta
  • Quantitative Research: University of California, Davis
  • User Experience Research and Design: University of Michigan
  • Work Smarter, Not Harder: Time Management for Personal & Professional Productivity: University of California, Irvine
  • EDIVET: Do you have what it takes to be a veterinarian?: The University of Edinburgh
  • Power Electronics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Machine Learning on Google Cloud: Google Cloud
  • Portfolio Diversification using Correlation Matrix: Coursera

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