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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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    Dartmouth College

    The Engineering of Structures Around Us

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Structural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Vibrations, Architectural Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Construction, Architecture and Construction, SketchUp (3D Modeling Software), Building Design, Mechanics, Engineering Analysis, Materials science, Mathematical Modeling, Failure Analysis, Engineering Design Process, Engineering, Design, 3D Modeling

    4.8 stars, 185 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (185) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • E

    EDUCBA

    AI Driven Machine Learning with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Matplotlib, Feature Engineering, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Preprocessing, Jupyter, Image Analysis, Cloud Deployment, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Tensorflow, Amazon Web Services, Python Programming, Data Transformation, Logistic Regression, Health Informatics, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

    4.8 stars, 13 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (13) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of London

    Business Sustainability in the Circular Economy

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Corporate Sustainability, Reverse Logistics, Sustainable Development, Environmental Laws, Environmental Issue, Waste Minimization, Environmental Regulations, Logistics Management, Logistics, Business Modeling, Climate Change Mitigation

    4.6 stars, 292 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (292) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
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  • C

    Coursera

    Bookkeeping Foundations and General Ledger Management

    Skills you'll gain: Month End Closing, Balancing (Ledger/Billing), Variance Analysis, Fraud detection, Expense Management, Bookkeeping, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), Record Keeping, Reconciliation, Income Statement, Data Validation, Payroll Systems, Expense Reports, Financial Statements, Payroll Processing, Business Metrics, Financial Analysis, General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Accounts Payable

    3.6 stars, 17 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 3.6 (17) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Project Planning and Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning Algorithms, Big Data, Machine Learning Methods, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, File Systems, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Internet Of Things, Supervised Learning, Product Planning, Unsupervised Learning, Data Storage, Project Planning, Staff Management

    4.6 stars, 134 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

    University of Minnesota

    IS/IT Governance

    Skills you'll gain: IT Management, Technology Strategies, Change Management, Information Technology, Governance, Portfolio Management, Project Portfolio Management, Investment Management, System Implementation, Resource Allocation, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Cost Benefit Analysis, Risk Management, Resource Consumption Accounting, Decision Making

    4.7 stars, 756 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (756) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • U

    University of California, Irvine

    Foundations of Virtual Instruction

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Teaching, AI Personalization, Education Software and Technology, Virtual Environment, Learning Management Systems, Collaborative Software, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Emerging Technologies, Information Privacy

    4.5 stars, 1.5K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (1.5K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • É

    École Polytechnique

    Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 1

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Simulations, Statistical Methods, Interactive Data Visualization, Combinatorics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Correlation Analysis, Numerical Analysis

    4.5 stars, 105 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.5 (105) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • e

    emlyon business school

    Effectuation : l'entrepreneuriat pour tous

    Skills you'll gain: Entrepreneurship, Dealing With Ambiguity, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Thinking, Stakeholder Management, Creative Problem-Solving, Risk Management, Business Strategies, Resourcefulness, Decision Making, Risk Mitigation, Empowerment, Collaboration, Action Oriented, Adaptability, Resource Utilization

    4.7 stars, 232 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (232) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University at Buffalo

    Digital Thread: Components

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Data Sharing, Manufacturing Operations, Business Transformation, Document Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Data Storage, Process Management, Data Strategy, Interoperability, Data Persistence, Innovation, Goal Setting, Knowledge Transfer, Project Planning

    4.6 stars, 820 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (820) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Chinese Politics Part 1 – China and Political Science

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Development, Public Policies, Policy Analysis, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Social Sciences, International Relations, Socioeconomics, Economics, Economic Development, Governance, Culture

    4.8 stars, 360 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (360) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • I

    INSEAD

    Introduction to Blockchain for Financial Services

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Cryptography, Emerging Technologies, Stakeholder Analysis, Cryptographic Protocols, Distributed Computing, General Ledger, Program Implementation, Financial Services, Information Privacy, Transaction Processing

    4.7 stars, 694 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (694) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Engineering of Structures Around Us: Dartmouth College
  • AI Driven Machine Learning with Python: EDUCBA
  • Business Sustainability in the Circular Economy: University of London
  • Bookkeeping Foundations and General Ledger Management: Coursera
  • Project Planning and Machine Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
  • IS/IT Governance: University of Minnesota
  • Foundations of Virtual Instruction: University of California, Irvine
  • Aléatoire : une introduction aux probabilités - Partie 1: École Polytechnique
  • Effectuation : l'entrepreneuriat pour tous: emlyon business school
  • Digital Thread: Components: University at Buffalo

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