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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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    Coursera

    Build an AI-Powered App with Claude

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Anthropic Claude, Experience Design, Generative AI, LLM Application, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Application Programming Interface (API), Artificial Intelligence, AI Integrations, Application Development, Authentications, Context Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    CertNexus

    Train Machine Learning Models

    Skills you'll gain: Model Training, Jupyter, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Methods, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Fine-tuning, Performance Metric

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Cloud Computing Architecture, Generative AI Agents, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cloud Services, Database Management Systems, Artificial Intelligence, Software Development Methodologies, Data Strategy, Database Application, Programming Principles, Data Storage Technologies, Cross Platform Development, Package and Software Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Computer Programming, Other Programming Languages

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    Olay

    Cosmetic Formulation Science

    Skills you'll gain: Laboratory Experience, Laboratory Procedures, Laboratory Testing, Chemistry, Experimentation, Safety Standards, Product Design, Regulatory Compliance, Mathematical Modeling, Product Testing, Design Specifications, Personal protective equipment, Record Keeping, Quality Assurance, Product Development, Technical Documentation

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Battery State-of-Health (SOH) Estimation

    Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Model Evaluation, Simulations, Applied Mathematics, Laboratory Testing, Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Failure Analysis, Electric Power Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Model Optimization, Mathematical Software, Laboratory Research, Scripting, Statistical Process Controls, Scripting Languages, Materials science, Algorithms

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    University of California San Diego

    Linux Tools for Text Processing

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

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Numerical Methods for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Software, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computational Thinking, Integral Calculus, Scripting, Simulations, Calculus, Plot (Graphics), Algorithms

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Excellence

    Skills you'll gain: Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Systems, Business Technologies, Cash Flows, Logistics, Business Metrics, Logistics Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Working Capital, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Emerging Technologies, Information Systems

    Build toward a degree

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    Packt

    Recommender Systems Complete Course Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Tensorflow, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Autoencoders, Predictive Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Artificial Neural Networks, AI Personalization, Machine Learning, Embeddings, Data Preprocessing

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Decode Rasters with Rasterio

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Information and Technology, GIS Software, Spatial Analysis, Data Literacy, Data Analysis, Image Analysis, Data Processing, Data Preprocessing, NumPy, Data Validation, Metadata Management, Data Collection, Data Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Foundations of Agile Project Management

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Project Management, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology, Kanban Principles, Lean Methodologies, Decision Making, Case Studies

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    Google Cloud

    Gen AI: Unlock Foundational Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, AI Security, Google Cloud Platform, Unstructured Data, Data Ethics, Large Language Modeling, Machine Learning, Innovation

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data analysis courses

  • Build an AI-Powered App with Claude: Coursera
  • Train Machine Learning Models: CertNexus
  • Introduction to Software, Programming, and Databases: IBM
  • Cosmetic Formulation Science: Olay
  • Battery State-of-Health (SOH) Estimation: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Linux Tools for Text Processing: University of California San Diego
  • Numerical Methods for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Supply Chain Excellence: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Recommender Systems Complete Course Beginner to Advanced: Packt
  • Decode Rasters with Rasterio: Coursera

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