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.

Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Process Controls, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Analysis, Process Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Statistical Methods, Quality Monitoring, Quality Control, Process Improvement and Optimization, Root Cause Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistics, Statistical Inference
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Star Schema, Microsoft Power Platform, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Microsoft Power Automate/Flow, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Power BI, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Microsoft Copilot, Data Presentation, Spreadsheet Software, No-Code Development, Data Modeling, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Human Resource Strategy, Human Resources Management and Planning, People Management, Human Resources, Workforce Planning, Talent Management, Organizational Effectiveness, Performance Metric, Workforce Management, Analytics, Performance Appraisal, Staff Management, Performance Measurement, Employee Performance Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Performance Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Performance Management, Collaboration
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Analysis, Quantitative Research, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Applied Mathematics
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Deep Learning, Convolutional Neural Networks, Health Informatics, Autoencoders, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Generative AI, Image Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Embeddings, Generative Model Architectures, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Deployment, Artificial Neural Networks, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Health Care, Big Data
Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Real Madrid Graduate School Universidad Europea
Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Matplotlib, Data Synthesis, Probability Distribution, Data Processing, Probability & Statistics, Data Integration, Performance Analysis, Statistical Analysis, LLM Application, Probability, Applied Machine Learning, Analysis, Descriptive Analytics, Reinforcement Learning, Business Analytics, Statistical Methods, Data Collection, Machine Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Data Analysis, Gross Profit, Business Mathematics
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Ad Hoc Reporting, Ad Hoc Analysis, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Database Application
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, GitHub, Version Control, Git (Version Control System), MySQL, Query Languages, Jupyter, Development Environment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Corporate Finance Institute
Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Snowflake Schema, Data Modeling, SQL, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Business Intelligence, Data Import/Export, Dashboard Creation, Business Reporting, Business Intelligence Software, Excel Formulas, Databases, Spreadsheet Software, Performance Reporting, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Financial Analysis, Data Visualization
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

AI CERTs
Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Science and Research, Machine Learning, Clinical Data Management, Medical Science and Research, Biomedical Technology, AI Integrations, Generative AI, AI literacy, Regulatory Compliance
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Looker (Software), Performance Tuning, Query Languages, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Optimization, Data Persistence, Continuous Monitoring, Data Analysis, System Monitoring, Google Cloud Platform
Intermediate · Project · Less Than 2 Hours