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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


  • U

    University of Michigan

    JavaScript, jQuery, and JSON

    Skills you'll gain: JSON, jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, Ajax, Debugging, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, PHP (Scripting Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Import/Export, Web Applications

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    845 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Emory University

    Consulting Presentations and Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Consulting, Executive Presence, Business Consulting, Storytelling, Sales Presentations, Data Storytelling, Management Consulting, Proposal Development, Oral Expression, Consultative Approaches, Data Visualization Software, Expectation Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    406 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • N

    New York Institute of Finance

    Supply Chain Finance and Blockchain Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Working Capital, Supplier Management, Supply Chain Management, Blockchain, FinTech, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain, Cash Flows, Cash Management, Customer Analysis, Financial Market, Market Opportunities, Market Trend, Transaction Processing, Market Dynamics, Market Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Risk Modeling, Commercial Banking, Emerging Technologies

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    378 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Generative AI for Code Completion

    Skills you'll gain: LLM Application, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering Tools, OpenAI API, Microsoft Copilot, AI Enablement, Generative AI, Software Development Tools, Application Development

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • N

    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (1): Models and Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Mathematical Modeling, Process Optimization, Applied Mathematics, Process Improvement and Optimization, Business Modeling, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Resource Allocation, Business Analytics, Inventory Management System, Case Studies, Microsoft Excel, Scheduling, Linear Algebra, Decision Making, Portfolio Management, Algorithms

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    580 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Master Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Embeddings, Large Language Modeling, Prompt Engineering, Data Visualization, Generative AI, Vector Databases, Text Mining, Data Processing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University at Buffalo

    MBSE: Model-Based Systems Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Model Based Systems Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Processes, Internet Of Things, Product Lifecycle Management, Enterprise Architecture, Verification And Validation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    903 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Peking University

    计算导论与C语言基础

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Data Structures, Programming Principles, Computer Science, Computer Architecture, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Hardware, Emerging Technologies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    1.7K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Social Media Advertising

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media, Online Advertising, Digital Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategy, Social Media Campaigns, Advertising, Advertising Campaigns, Web Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Facebook, Paid media, Instagram, Marketing Communications, Target Audience, Driving engagement, Business Ethics, Brand Awareness

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    333 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

    Generative AI in Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Customer Insights, Digital Advertising, ChatGPT, Branding, Design Thinking, Keyword Research, Search Engine Marketing, Brand Awareness, Brand Strategy, Digital Marketing, Marketing Design, Generative AI, Customer experience strategy (CX), Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Personalized Service, Prompt Engineering, AI Personalization, Machine Learning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    153 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    How to Set Up a Facebook Ads Campaign

    Skills you'll gain: Target Audience, Facebook, Advertising Campaigns, Social Media Campaigns, Campaign Management, Social Media, Social Media Management, Paid media, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Budgets, Digital Advertising, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Budgeting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    434 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    E-Marketing

    Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Customer Retention, Persona Development, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Target Audience, Keyword Research, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Acquisition Management, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Customer Engagement, A/B Testing, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    410 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • JavaScript, jQuery, and JSON: University of Michigan
  • Consulting Presentations and Storytelling: Emory University
  • Supply Chain Finance and Blockchain Technology: New York Institute of Finance
  • Generative AI for Code Completion : Coursera
  • Operations Research (1): Models and Applications: National Taiwan University
  • Master Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) Systems: Packt
  • MBSE: Model-Based Systems Engineering : University at Buffalo
  • 计算导论与C语言基础: Peking University
  • Social Media Advertising: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Generative AI in Marketing: University of Virginia Darden School Foundation

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