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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 Manchester

    Protecting the World: Introducing Corrosion Science and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Chemical Engineering, Oil and Gas, Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering, Engineering Practices, Materials science, Petroleum Industry, Engineering, Engineering Design Process, Failure Analysis, Industrial Design, Engineering Calculations, Chemistry, Environmental Issue

    4.6 stars, 956 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Generative AI for Trading and Asset Management

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Generative Model Architectures, Large Language Modeling, Financial Trading, Applied Machine Learning, Financial Market, Asset Management, Machine Learning Methods, Autoencoders, LLM Application, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Portfolio Management, Model Optimization, Deep Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Artificial Intelligence, Financial Analysis, Risk Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: New
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  • C

    Coursera

    AI Agent Development Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Systems Architecture, Tool Calling, Natural Language Processing, Context Management, Memory Management, Verification And Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • U

    University of Geneva

    Securing Investment Returns in the Long Run

    Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Investments, Performance Measurement, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Performance Analysis, Financial Services, FinTech, Performance Metric, Portfolio Risk, Return On Investment, Finance, Financial Market, Risk Management, Benchmarking, Sustainable Business, Risk Analysis

    4.8 stars, 1.2K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (1.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    SAS

    Cloud Based Analytics and AI Programming

    Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Access, Statistical Programming, Cloud Development, Cloud-Based Integration, Data Analysis Software, Analytics, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Statistical Software, Data Import/Export, Computer Programming, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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  • E

    EDHEC Business School

    Building Strategic Foresight Capabilities

    Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Strategic Thinking, Forecasting, Strategic Decision-Making, Stakeholder Engagement, Organizational Strategy, Business Transformation, Trend Analysis, Innovation, Decision Making, Creativity

    4.9 stars, 257 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.9 (257) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • I

    IBM

    Designing User Interfaces and Experiences (UI/UX)

    Skills you'll gain: User Centered Design, User Experience Design, Responsive Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, Prototyping, Front-End Web Development, Graphic and Visual Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Figma (Design Software), Design Elements And Principles, Web Design, Wireframing, Typography, Application Design, Digital Design, UI Components, Web Applications, Mobile Development, Design Thinking

    4.5 stars, 321 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (321) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Geneva

    Chemical Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Biochemistry, Biochemical Assays, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Analytical Testing, Biological Engineering, Laboratory Research, Scientific Visualization, Biology, Specimen Labeling, Drug Development

    4.6 stars, 174 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (174) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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  • I

    IBM

    SEO Mastery: From Fundamentals to GenAI and GEO Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Generative Engine Optimization (GEO), Prompt Engineering, Web Analytics and SEO, Search Engine Optimization, Search Engine Marketing, Generative AI, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Blogs, Digital Marketing, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Web Content, Semantic Web, Keyword Research, Content Strategy, Growth Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Web Analytics, Competitive Analysis, Performance Measurement

    4.7 stars, 89 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (89) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Top AI program
    Top AI program
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  • L

    LearnQuest

    Foundations of Agent-Based AI Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Agentic Workflows, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Agentic systems, System Design and Implementation, Unified Modeling Language, Performance Metric, Performance Measurement, Requirements Analysis, Performance Analysis, Model Evaluation, Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Benchmarking, Prioritization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • I

    Imperial College London

    Evaluation of Digital Health Interventions

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Health Informatics, Digital Analysis, Tableau Software, Model Evaluation, Information Management, Analytics, Health Technology, Data Management, Science and Research, Clinical Trials, Statistical Analysis

    4.8 stars, 71 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Concrete Multi Storey Building - System Design

    Skills you'll gain: Architectural Drawing, Blueprint Reading, Structural Engineering, Building Design, Structural Analysis, Engineering Drawings, Engineering Documentation, Architectural Engineering, Civil and Architectural Engineering, Building Codes, Design Specifications, Construction Estimating, Civil Engineering, Construction, Engineering Practices, Engineering Calculations, Drafting and Engineering Design, Engineering Plans And Specifications, Technical Documentation, Engineering Software

    4.7 stars, 102 reviews, Advanced, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (102) · Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Protecting the World: Introducing Corrosion Science and Engineering: University of Manchester
  • Generative AI for Trading and Asset Management: John Wiley & Sons
  • AI Agent Development Fundamentals: Coursera
  • Securing Investment Returns in the Long Run: University of Geneva
  • Cloud Based Analytics and AI Programming: SAS
  • Building Strategic Foresight Capabilities: EDHEC Business School
  • Designing User Interfaces and Experiences (UI/UX): IBM
  • Chemical Biology: University of Geneva
  • SEO Mastery: From Fundamentals to GenAI and GEO Strategies: IBM
  • Foundations of Agent-Based AI Systems: LearnQuest

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