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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


  • E

    EDUCBA

    Bayesian Statistics: Excel to Python A/B Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, A/B Testing, Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Business Analytics, Statistical Software, Statistical Methods, Advanced Analytics, Probability & Statistics, Decision Making, Health Informatics, Statistical Programming, Markov Model, Diagnostic Tests, Probability Distribution, Sampling (Statistics)

    4.5 stars, 27 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.5 (27) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • C

    Copenhagen Business School

    Digital Competition in Financial Services

    Skills you'll gain: Technology Strategies, FinTech, Digital Transformation, Financial Services, Business Strategy, Financial Regulations, Market Dynamics, Computing Platforms, Competitive Analysis, Business Modeling, Innovation, Governance

    4.6 stars, 1K reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (1K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Innovations in Investment Technology: Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Wealth Management, Asset Management, Investments, FinTech, Financial Trading, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Big Data, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning

    4.7 stars, 427 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Colorado System

    Hacking and Patching

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Exploit development, Metasploit, Application Security, Security Testing, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Brute-force attacks, Secure Coding, Exploitation techniques, Software Design Patterns, Vulnerability Assessments, Memory Management, Amazon Web Services, SQL, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Operating Systems, Data Validation

    4 stars, 279 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4 (279) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Global Strategy I: How The Global Economy Works

    Skills you'll gain: Global Marketing, International Relations, Intercultural Competence, World History, Economics, Market Dynamics, Cultural Diversity, Business Management, Political Sciences, Export Control, Business Economics, Business Strategy, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Financial Regulations, Investments, Risk Management, Competitive Analysis, Business Development

    4.8 stars, 306 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Pensamiento científico

    Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Creative Thinking, Liberal Arts, Research, Critical Thinking, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Creativity, Culture, Social Sciences, Social Studies, Ancient History, Decision Making, Analysis, World History, Social Impact

    4.8 stars, 2.1K reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.8 (2.1K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Como influenciar pessoas

    Skills you'll gain: Influencing, Leadership, Persuasive Communication, Relationship Building, Rapport Building, Relationship Management, Trustworthiness, Decision Making, Tactfulness, Professional Networking, Organizational Structure, Personal Attributes

    4.8 stars, 157 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Éléments de Géomatique

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Geostatistics, Spatial Analysis, GIS Software, Land Development, Global Positioning Systems, 3D Modeling, Data Mapping, Engineering, Scientific, and Technical Instruments, Survey Creation, Engineering Calculations, Trigonometry, Systems Of Measurement, Numerical Analysis

    4.7 stars, 144 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.7 (144) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • U

    University of Colorado System

    More C# Programming and Unity

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Data Structures, C# (Programming Language), Video Game Development, Data Storage, C and C++, Game Design, Computer Programming, Programming Principles, Computational Logic

    4.8 stars, 626 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development

    Skills you'll gain: Childhood Education and Development, Education Software and Technology, Education and Training, Human Learning, Child Development, School Psychology, Pedagogy, Human Development, Higher Education, Psychological Evaluations, Learning Theory, Psychology, Applied Behavior Analysis, Social Sciences

    4.6 stars, 297 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Status: Free trial
    Free trial
  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Writing and Auditing VBA Macros in Finance

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Financial Modeling, Business Process Automation, Workflow Management, Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Automation, Process Optimization, General Finance, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Simulation and Simulation Software, Financial Analysis, Maintainability, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Financial Reporting, Financial Planning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
  • L

    LearnQuest

    Getting Started with Teradata

    Skills you'll gain: Teradata SQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Database Administration, Database Systems, Data Store, Database Architecture and Administration, Database Management, Database Management Systems, Relational Databases, Data Architecture, Data Warehousing, SQL, Data Import/Export, Query Languages, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Software Installation, Performance Tuning, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Bayesian Statistics: Excel to Python A/B Testing: EDUCBA
  • Digital Competition in Financial Services: Copenhagen Business School
  • Innovations in Investment Technology: Artificial Intelligence: University of Michigan
  • Hacking and Patching: University of Colorado System
  • Global Strategy I: How The Global Economy Works: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Pensamiento científico: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Como influenciar pessoas: University of Michigan
  • Éléments de Géomatique: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • More C# Programming and Unity: University of Colorado System
  • Learning, Knowledge, and Human Development: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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