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Beginner Data Analysis Courses

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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    Coursera

    Use Canva to Create Social Media Visuals for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Content, Social Media, Facebook, Content Creation, Marketing Materials, Social Media Marketing, Instagram, Dashboard, Graphic Design, Brand Management, Digital Marketing

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative AI for Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Patterns, Database Design, LLM Application, Database Development, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Vibe coding, Databases, Collaborative Software, Software Testing, OpenAI API, Application Design, Technical Documentation, AI Integrations, Generative AI, Software Engineering, Software Development, Machine Learning

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cleveland Clinic

    Machine Learning in Healthcare: Foundations and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Informatics, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Health Care, Supervised Learning, Clinical Experience, Health Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Reinforcement Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Science

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Artificial Intelligence in Social Media Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Analytics, Social Network Analysis, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Large Language Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Text Mining, Network Analysis, Analytics, Data Preprocessing, Unstructured Data, Classification Algorithms, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Unsupervised Learning, Data Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Startup Valuation Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Valuation, Excel Formulas, Finance, Investments, Private Equity, Securities (Finance), Entrepreneurship, Cash Flows, Risk Analysis

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    755 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Davis

    Advanced Content and Social Tactics to Optimize SEO

    Skills you'll gain: Content Creation, Social Media Strategy, Search Engine Optimization, Content Marketing, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media, Web Analytics and SEO, Content Strategy, Social Media Content, Social Media Marketing, Content Development and Management, Content Optimization, Content Performance Analysis, Digital Media Strategy, Shared Media, Target Audience, Digital Content, Earned Media, Social Media Analytics, Brand Awareness

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Simple Parallel Coordinates Plot using d3 js

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Javascript, Data Analysis, Microsoft Visual Studio

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    American Psychological Association

    Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Design, Surveys, Research, Research and Design, Qualitative Research, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Psychology, Sampling (Statistics)

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    188 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply R for Business Analytics Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Fraud detection, Marketing Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Predictive Modeling, Customer Analysis, Feature Engineering, Marketing Effectiveness, Exploratory Data Analysis, Anomaly Detection, Customer Retention, Advanced Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis, R Programming, Credit Risk, R (Software), Applied Machine Learning

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Rochester

    Fundamentals of Audio and Music Engineering: Part 1 Musical Sound & Electronics

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Music, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Electronic Components, Electronic Hardware, Electronic Systems, Music Theory, Hardware Design, Instrumental Music, Electrical Wiring, Vibrations, General Construction and Construction Labor, electromagnetics, Engineering Analysis, Engineering Calculations

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    594 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnQuest

    AI 알고리즘 모델과 한계점

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Algorithms, Machine Learning Methods, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, AI literacy, Model Optimization, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Recommender Systems with Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, AI Personalization, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Data Cleansing, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, Taxonomy, Text Mining, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Use Canva to Create Social Media Visuals for Business: Coursera
  • Generative AI for Software Development: DeepLearning.AI
  • Machine Learning in Healthcare: Foundations and Applications: Cleveland Clinic
  • Artificial Intelligence in Social Media Analytics: Johns Hopkins University
  • Startup Valuation Methods: Duke University
  • Advanced Content and Social Tactics to Optimize SEO: University of California, Davis
  • Simple Parallel Coordinates Plot using d3 js: Coursera
  • Methods for Quantitative Research in Psychology: American Psychological Association
  • Apply R for Business Analytics Projects: EDUCBA
  • Fundamentals of Audio and Music Engineering: Part 1 Musical Sound & Electronics: University of Rochester

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