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: Excel Formulas, Google Sheets, Service Level, Spreadsheet Software, Customer Data Management, Customer Support, Google Workspace, Productivity Software, Data Entry, Customer Service, Data Validation, Customer Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Integration, Organizational Skills, Data Management
★ 4.6 (416) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Jupyter, Predictive Analytics, Model Evaluation, Model Optimization, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Data Science, Python Programming
★ 4.7 (228) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Duke University
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Plot (Graphics), NumPy, Data Cleansing, Data Structures, Scientific Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics, Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Debugging, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Code Reusability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Python Programming, Simulations, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis
★ 4 (111) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Model Training, Data Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Methods, Model Optimization
★ 4.9 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Data Mining, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Algorithms
★ 4.5 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Logistic Regression, Data Science, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Model Evaluation, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing
★ 4.4 (3.4K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Madecraft
Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, SPSS, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Reporting, Scatter Plots, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Methods, Predictive Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Model Evaluation, Analytical Skills, Estimation
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Data Analysis, Analysis, R (Software), Systems Of Measurement, Data Quality, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Verification And Validation, Statistical Hypothesis Testing
★ 4.2 (10) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Model Training, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Text Mining, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Probability & Statistics, Natural Language Processing, Data Preprocessing, Social Media Analytics, Data Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Python Programming, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning, Automation
★ 4.6 (376) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Data, Analysis, Data Analysis, Risk Management, Quantitative Research, Investment Management, Performance Analysis, Risk Analysis, Analytics, Financial Acumen, Investments, Asset Management, Performance Metric, Case Studies
★ 4.5 (40) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Rice University
Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Presentations, Data Presentation, Statistics, Business Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Analytical Skills, Analysis, Technical Communication, Predictive Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Data Manipulation
★ 4.7 (443) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Jupyter, Analysis, Statistical Programming, Python Programming
★ 4.6 (937) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks