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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


  • M

    Madecraft

    Applied Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Business Analytics, Analytics, Social Network Analysis, Fraud detection, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Pandas (Python Package), Analytical Skills, Network Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Analysis, Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Python Programming

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: New
    New
  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Linear Algebra and Regression Fundamentals for Data Science

    Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Linear Algebra, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Applied Mathematics, Data Visualization, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Data Science, Regression Analysis, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning

    3.4 stars, 11 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.4 (11) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • U

    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Data Science in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, NumPy, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Text Mining

    4.5 stars, 27K reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (27K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Applied Python Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, PySpark, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Site Reliability Engineering, Docker (Software), Databricks, Containerization, GitHub Copilot, Interactive Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Plotly, Data Pipelines, Matplotlib, Kubernetes, Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Big Data, Data Science, Python Programming

    3.9 stars, 132 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 3.9 (132) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Data Analysis Using Pyspark

    Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Matplotlib, Apache Spark, Big Data, Data Processing, Data Management, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Python Programming

    4.4 stars, 320 reviews, Intermediate, Guided Project, Less Than 2 Hours

    ★ 4.4 (320) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Data Management and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Management, Data Literacy, Graphing, SAS (Software), Peer Review, Data Analysis, Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Python Programming

    4.4 stars, 946 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.4 (946) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Codio

    Data Analysis in Python

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Descriptive Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Correlation Analysis, Python Programming, Computer Programming, Scripting, Computational Logic

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • D

    Duke University

    Python and Pandas for Data Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Version Control, Git (Version Control System), Data Manipulation, Computer Programming Tools, Software Development Tools, Development Environment, Data Structures, Python Programming, Virtual Environment

    4.6 stars, 282 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (282) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    Edureka

    Applied Data Analytics with Python and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Web Scraping, Data Presentation, SQL, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Analysis, Databases, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Programming Principles

    4.2 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.2 (9) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • R

    Rice University

    Python Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Manipulation, File I/O, Data Structures, Scripting, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Data Storage, Data Management

    4.7 stars, 896 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.7 (896) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Octave for Machine Learning: Data Analysis Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Scripting, Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization, Graphing, Scalability, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Debugging, Mathematical Software, File I/O, Software Installation, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Programming, Code Reusability, Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Python Programming, Data Analysis

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • O

    O.P. Jindal Global University

    Introduction to Data Science (Public Policy)

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Visualization, Data Science, Data Access, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Python Programming, Public Policies, Jupyter, Natural Language Processing, Programming Principles, Web Applications, Computer Programming

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
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