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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, Web Development Tools, Event-Driven Programming, Javascript, PHP (Scripting Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Import/Export, Web Applications

    4.6 stars, 850 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (850) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • P

    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Análisis de Negocios con Estados Financieros

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Accruals, Cash Flows, Cash Management, Working Capital, Accrual Accounting, Asset Management, Resource Management, Equities, Market Analysis

    4.8 stars, 170 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (170) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
    Category: Build toward a degree
    Build toward a degree
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Ethics in the Age of AI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Model Training, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, AI Security, OpenAI, Data Collection, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Game Theory, Large Language Modeling, Algorithms, Data Preprocessing, AI literacy, Personally Identifiable Information, Machine Learning Algorithms, Analytical Skills

    4.7 stars, 997 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.7 (997) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • K

    Khalifa University

    Deep Learning for Computer Vision: Techniques & Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Computer Vision, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, Image Analysis, Fine-tuning, Artificial Neural Networks, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Transfer Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Optimization, Artificial Intelligence

    Intermediate · Course

    Category: New
    New
  • R

    Rice University

    Biases and Portfolio Selection

    Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Portfolio Management, Investments, Wealth Management, Portfolio Risk, Financial Market, Investment Management, Asset Management, Market Dynamics, Decision Making, Market Analysis, Financial Trading, Equities

    4.6 stars, 285 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (285) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Coaching Conversations

    Skills you'll gain: Employee Coaching, Coaching, Management Training And Development, Constructive Feedback, Gap Analysis, Employee Performance Management, Professional Development, Performance Management, Cognitive flexibility, People Management, Drive Engagement, Employee Engagement, Problem Solving, Follow Through, Leadership and Management, Expectation Management, Growth Mindedness, Empowerment, Accountability, Active Listening

    4.7 stars, 347 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    OpenAI: Consistent Response Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, OpenAI, Large Language Modeling, Token Optimization, Fine-tuning, Generative AI, AI literacy

    4.8 stars, 14 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of London

    Statistics for International Business

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Descriptive Statistics, Data Presentation, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Estimation, Probability, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Collection, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability Distribution, Decision Making, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Graphing

    3.8 stars, 317 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.8 (317) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Health Information Technology Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Electronic Medical Record System, Electronic Medical Record, Medical Records, Clinical Informatics, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Health Technology, Health Informatics, Health Information Management, Clinical Documentation, Decision Support Systems, Clinical Data Management, Technical Support, End User Training and Support, Patient Registration, Technical Support and Services, Information Technology, Databases, Change Control, Desktop Support, Help Desk Support

    4.8 stars, 449 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (449) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • V

    Vanderbilt University

    Mastering Programming with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Algorithms, Object Oriented Design, Software Engineering, Program Development, Matlab, Application Development, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Programming Principles, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Software, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Scripting, Performance Tuning, User Interface (UI)

    4.8 stars, 435 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (435) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials II: Thin-Walled Pressure Vessels and Torsion

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Mechanical Design, Torque (Physics), Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Engineering Calculations, Mechanics

    4.8 stars, 1K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • B

    Board Infinity

    Applied Machine Learning Systems with FastAPI for Developers

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Model Deployment, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Test Script Development, Model Evaluation, Unsupervised Learning, Containerization, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Unit Testing, Development Testing, Software Development, Python Programming, Application Programming Interface (API)

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data analysis courses

  • JavaScript, jQuery, and JSON: University of Michigan
  • Análisis de Negocios con Estados Financieros: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Ethics in the Age of AI: LearnQuest
  • Deep Learning for Computer Vision: Techniques & Applications: Khalifa University
  • Biases and Portfolio Selection: Rice University
  • Coaching Conversations: University of California, Davis
  • OpenAI: Consistent Response Strategies: Coursera
  • Statistics for International Business: University of London
  • Health Information Technology Fundamentals: Johns Hopkins University
  • Mastering Programming with MATLAB: Vanderbilt University

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