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Beginner Data Analysis Courses

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 California, Irvine

    Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Decision Support Systems, Data Warehousing, Data Mining, Database Design, Business Intelligence, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Star Schema, Relational Databases, Database Management, Data Visualization Software, Snowflake Schema, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Business Reporting, SAS (Software), Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, SQL

    ★ 4.5 (240) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, NoSQL, Database Administration, Data Store, Database Systems, Cloud Storage, Database Theory, Data Storage, Cloud Services, Data Storage Technologies, File Management, Data Security, Data Management, Query Languages, Application Programming Interface (API), Data Import/Export

    ★ 4.3 (104) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • I

    IBM

    Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals for Everyone

    Skills you'll gain: Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Cloud Computing, Network Troubleshooting, Software Installation, Technical Support and Services, Help Desk Support, Cybersecurity, Cloud Infrastructure, Cyber Attacks, Information Technology Operations, Hardware Troubleshooting, Data Storage, General Networking, Database Software, Operating Systems, Package and Software Management, Computer Security Awareness Training, Peripheral Devices, Project Management

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Clinical Trials Management and Advanced Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Research Ethics, Clinical Data Management, Clinical Trials, Healthcare Ethics, Clinical Research, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Institutional Review Board (IRB), Regulatory Compliance, Clinical Documentation, Scientific Methods, Record Keeping

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of London

    Citizenship and the Rule of Law

    Skills you'll gain: Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Court Systems, Business Ethics, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Social Justice, Legal Risk, Litigation and Civil Justice, International Relations, Political Sciences, Governance, Corporate Sustainability, Diversity Awareness

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

    Category: Preview
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    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • D

    Digital Marketing Institute

    Social Media and Digital Marketing Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Content Scheduling, Digital Media Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Digital Marketing Campaigns, Social Media Content, Social Media, Content Creation, Digital Content, Social Media Strategy, Cross-Channel Marketing, Digital Marketing Tools, Integrated Marketing Communications, Consumer Behaviour, Digital Transformation, Content Strategy, Customer Engagement

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Glasgow

    MBA Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Leadership and Management, Business Administration, Leadership Studies, Supply Chain, Marketing Strategies, Digital Transformation, Supply Chain Management, Organizational Change, Business Leadership, Sustainable Business, Marketing, Financial Data, Business Operations, Business Management, Strategic Marketing, Innovation, Corporate Sustainability, Accounting, Change Management, Project Management

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • H

    Howard University

    Foundations of Information Systems for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Business Software, Information Systems, Business Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Enterprise Resource Planning, Information Systems Security, E-Commerce, Systems Analysis, Computer Hardware, Data Warehousing, Disaster Recovery, Business Ethics, Operating Systems, Cyber Security Strategy, Business Process Management, Customer Relationship Management, Security Strategy, General Networking, Data-Driven Decision-Making

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

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The University of Chicago

    Software Defined Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Software-Defined Networking, Virtual Networking, Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC), Computer Networking, Virtualization, Network Architecture, Network Administration, Network Switches, Network Routing, Network Security, Border Gateway Protocol, Network Protocols, Hardware Architecture, Application Programming Interface (API), Verification And Validation

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

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Innovation for Entrepreneurs: From Idea to Marketplace

    Skills you'll gain: Commercialization, Product Planning, Innovation, New Product Development, Product Development, Team Building, Product Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Design and Product, Product Testing, Marketing Planning, New Business Development, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Business Strategies, Team Motivation, Ideation, Market Opportunities, Market Research, Business Modeling

    ★ 4.6 (703) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • P

    Packt

    Deep Learning with Keras and Practical Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Deployment, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Optimization, Data Processing, Transfer Learning, Data Analysis, Model Training, Data Preprocessing, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Classification Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Vision, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Linux Tools for Text Processing

    Skills you'll gain: grep, Linux Commands, Linux, Unix Commands, Shell Script, Unix Shell, Linux Administration, Data Processing, Text Mining, Command-Line Interface, Data Manipulation, Unix, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular beginner data analysis courses

  • Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence: University of California, Irvine
  • Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB: Microsoft
  • Information Technology (IT) Fundamentals for Everyone: IBM
  • Clinical Trials Management and Advanced Operations: Johns Hopkins University
  • Citizenship and the Rule of Law: University of London
  • Social Media and Digital Marketing Fundamentals: Digital Marketing Institute
  • MBA Essentials: University of Glasgow
  • Foundations of Information Systems for Business: Howard University
  • Software Defined Networking: The University of Chicago
  • Innovation for Entrepreneurs: From Idea to Marketplace: University of Maryland, College Park

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