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Data Analysis Courses for Beginners

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.

Popular Beginner Data Analysis Courses and Certifications


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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Computational Bayesian Statistics for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Statistical Software, Statistical Analysis, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Computational Logic, Statistical Inference, Probability & Statistics, Machine Learning Methods, Computational Thinking

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    Introduction to Data Science and scikit-learn in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Manipulation, Applied Machine Learning, NumPy, Statistical Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Python Programming, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Science, Statistical Hypothesis Testing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Generative AI: Elevate your Data Engineering Career

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Database Design, Data Pipelines, Query Languages, Extract, Transform, Load, Responsible AI, Data Warehousing, Data Ethics, Data Infrastructure, Data Architecture, Data Mining, Data Synthesis, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Convolutional Neural Networks

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    John Wiley & Sons

    Foundations of Data Science and Statistical Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Quality, Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Data Storage, Data Collection, Data Management, Data Pipelines, Statistical Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning, Linear Algebra

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    From Data to Decisions: Finding Patterns with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, AI literacy, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Generative AI, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Box Plots, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Plot (Graphics), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Analytics, Technical Communication, Statistical Inference, Graphing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Transformation, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Modeling, Star Schema, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Processing, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Excel, Data Management, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modelling: Vector Calculus

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Advanced Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Scientific Visualization, Mathematical Modeling, Spatial Data Analysis, Geometry

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    52 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Transform Data: SQL & Pandas Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Transformation, Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), Query Languages, Data Processing, Consolidation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Apache Spark, Cross Platform Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Codio

    Visualizing Data & Communicating Results in R with RStudio

    Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Box Plots, Scatter Plots, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Histogram, Descriptive Statistics, Data Visualization Software, R (Software), R Programming, Integrated Development Environments, Data Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modeling: Applying Differentiation

    Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Model Optimization, Estimation, Calculus, Cost Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Derivatives, Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Gemini for Data Scientists and Analysts

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Gemini, Big Data, Google Cloud Platform, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI, Data-Driven Marketing, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Forecasting, Predictive Modeling, Query Languages, SQL

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    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Google Colab for Data Science & AI using Python

    Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Object Oriented Design, Interactive Data Visualization, Seaborn, Data Analysis, Scientific Visualization, File I/O, NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Data Structures, Restful API, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Program Development

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data analysis courses

  • Computational Bayesian Statistics for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Data Science and scikit-learn in Python: LearnQuest
  • Generative AI: Elevate your Data Engineering Career: IBM
  • Foundations of Data Science and Statistical Methods: John Wiley & Sons
  • From Data to Decisions: Finding Patterns with AI: Vanderbilt University
  • Exam Prep PL-300: Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate: Whizlabs
  • Calculus through Data & Modelling: Vector Calculus: Johns Hopkins University
  • Transform Data: SQL & Pandas Mastery: Coursera
  • Visualizing Data & Communicating Results in R with RStudio: Codio
  • Calculus through Data & Modeling: Applying Differentiation: Johns Hopkins University

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