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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 Colorado System

    Peer-to-Peer Protocols and Local Area Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Local Area Networks, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, Network Architecture, TCP/IP, Network Performance Management, General Networking, Network Engineering, Wireless Networks, Telecommunications, Digital Communications

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    538 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    C++ For C Programmers, Part B

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Design, Software Design Patterns, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Software Design, C (Programming Language), Algorithms, Memory Management, Graph Theory, Artificial Intelligence, Data Structures, Simulations

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    336 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Content Creation for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook

    Skills you'll gain: TikTok, Visual Storytelling, Video Production, Content Performance Analysis, Photo/Video Production and Technology, Content Creation, Content Scheduling, Web Analytics and SEO, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Content, Video Editing, Driving engagement, Social Media, Search Engine Optimization, Photography, Videography, Media Production, Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Management, Content Marketing

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    42 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

  • U

    Universidade de São Paulo

    Iniciação e Planejamento de Projetos

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Conflict Management, Stakeholder Management, Project Planning, Project Documentation, Project Management, Organizational Structure, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Scoping, Team Management, Project Management Life Cycle, Stakeholder Communications, Influencing

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    974 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Packt

    Deep Learning - Artificial Neural Networks with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Model Optimization, Tensorflow, Artificial Neural Networks, Applied Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Classification Algorithms, Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Model Training, Machine Learning, NumPy, Regression Analysis, Network Architecture

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • P

    Politecnico di Milano

    Ethics of Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: AI literacy, Responsible AI, Social Impact, Decision Intelligence, Social Studies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    315 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Developing and Deploying a Complete Django Web Application

    Skills you'll gain: Ajax, jQuery, Javascript and jQuery, JSON, Django (Web Framework), Web Applications, Javascript, Debugging, Data Modeling, Event-Driven Programming, Data Access, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    294 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Cloud Computing Applications, Part 1: Cloud Systems and Infrastructure

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Services, Cloud Technologies, Cloud Computing, Cloud Storage, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing Architecture, Infrastructure As A Service (IaaS), Data Storage, Middleware, Virtualization and Virtual Machines, Containerization, Data Storage Technologies, Virtualization, Virtual Machines, Cloud Applications, Cloud API, Amazon S3, Platform As A Service (PaaS)

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    846 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Use SurveyMonkey to Create a Survey and Analyze Results

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Surveys, Data Collection, Analysis, Business Research, Data Analysis, User Feedback, Market Research, Data Analysis Software, Business Software

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    427 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Diversity and Inclusion, Workplace inclusivity, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, Diversity Training, People Management, Growth Mindedness, Diversity Awareness, Team Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Diversity Programs, Leadership, Social Justice, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Human Resource Policies, Organizational Change, Organizational Structure

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    472 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Inventory Management

    Skills you'll gain: Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Microsoft Excel, Supply Chain Planning, Order Management, Warehouse Management, Demand Planning, Logistics Management, Service Level, Operations, Data Management, Customer Data Management, Forecasting, Cost Control, Probability Distribution

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    245 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Query Spatial with PostGIS

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, GIS Software, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Query Languages, SQL, Geospatial Information and Technology, PostgreSQL, Database Development, Performance Tuning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Data Analysis courses

  • Peer-to-Peer Protocols and Local Area Networks: University of Colorado System
  • C++ For C Programmers, Part B: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Content Creation for TikTok, YouTube, Instagram, Facebook: Coursera
  • Iniciação e Planejamento de Projetos: Universidade de São Paulo
  • Deep Learning - Artificial Neural Networks with TensorFlow: Packt
  • Ethics of Artificial Intelligence: Politecnico di Milano
  • Developing and Deploying a Complete Django Web Application: University of Michigan
  • Cloud Computing Applications, Part 1: Cloud Systems and Infrastructure: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Use SurveyMonkey to Create a Survey and Analyze Results: Coursera
  • Leading Diverse Teams & Organizations: University of Michigan

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