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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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    Packt

    Python Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Predictive Modeling, Pandas (Python Package), Matplotlib, Plot (Graphics), Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Visualization, Database Management, Applied Machine Learning, Text Mining, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Data Processing, Python Programming, Statistical Analysis, Data Wrangling, Big Data

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Statistical Data Analysis with Minitab

    Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data-Driven Decision-Making, Minitab, Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Case Studies, Business Analytics, Data Visualization, Decision Tree Learning, Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Estimation, Statistical Visualization, Probability & Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Decision Making, Data Literacy

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Uncover Market Trends with Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Trend Analysis, Market Trend, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Storytelling, Market Analysis, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Market Research, Business Analytics, Market Data, Forecasting

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    SkillsBooster Academy

    AI-Powered Data Analysis with Microsoft Copilot

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Copilot, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Cleansing, Microsoft Excel, AI Workflows, Microsoft PowerPoint, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Personalization, Excel Formulas, Data Architecture, Excel Macros, Generative AI, Microsoft Windows

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Excel: Data Analysis with Formulas/Functions and PivotTables

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Data Validation, Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Productivity Software, Data Integrity, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apply SPSS Fundamentals for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Transformation, SPSS (Software), SPSS, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Statistical Software, Data Import/Export, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis Software, Graphing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Exploratory Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Ggplot2, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Visualization Software, R Programming, R (Software), Graphing, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Statistical Methods

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Statistics and Data Analysis with R

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Statistical Programming, R (Software), Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Import/Export, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Tidyverse (R Package), Plot (Graphics), Statistics, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Data Wrangling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Wesleyan University

    Data Analysis Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis Software, SAS (Software), Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Quantitative Research, Data Manipulation, Probability & Statistics, Analytical Skills, Data Management, Statistical Inference

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Statistics and Calculus Methods for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Statistics, Integral Calculus, Probability & Statistics, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Calculus, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Derivatives, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Algorithms

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Visualization, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Probability, Box Plots, Histogram, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Scatter Plots, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Spreadsheet Software, Bayesian Statistics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Mastering Data Analysis in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Classification Algorithms, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Financial Forecasting, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Business Risk Management, Data Literacy

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Python Data Analysis: Packt
  • Apply Statistical Data Analysis with Minitab: EDUCBA
  • Uncover Market Trends with Data Analysis: Coursera
  • AI-Powered Data Analysis with Microsoft Copilot: SkillsBooster Academy
  • Excel: Data Analysis with Formulas/Functions and PivotTables: Logical Operations
  • Apply SPSS Fundamentals for Data Analysis: EDUCBA
  • Exploratory Data Analysis: Johns Hopkins University
  • Statistics and Data Analysis with R: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Analysis Tools: Wesleyan University
  • Statistics and Calculus Methods for Data Analysis: University of Pittsburgh

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