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.

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Structures, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Query Languages, Generative AI, Maintainability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Bayesian Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Biostatistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Corporate Finance Institute
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Portfolio Management, Portfolio Risk, Statistical Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Return On Investment, Market Data, Investment Management, Financial Modeling, Scatter Plots, Decision Making, Performance Measurement, Performance Analysis, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Investments, Resource Allocation, Descriptive Analytics, Simulation and Simulation Software
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Logical Operations
Skills you'll gain: Power BI, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Collaborative Software, Collaboration, Data Sharing, Microsoft Power Platform, Microsoft Excel, Business Intelligence, Microsoft 365, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft PowerPoint, Data Analysis Software, Performance Tuning, Data Analysis
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

SkillUp
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Jupyter, LLM Application, AI Integrations, Model Evaluation, Multimodal Prompts, Health Systems, Health Information Management, Data Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft Outlook, Pivot Tables And Charts, Calendar Management, Excel Macros, Microsoft Copilot, Microsoft Excel, Collaborative Software, Excel Formulas, Data Validation, Productivity Software, Email Automation, Spreadsheet Software, Project Management Software, Organizational Skills, Collaboration, Presentations, Data Manipulation, Visual Basic (Programming Language)
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Model Training, Statistical Machine Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Methods, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Decision Tree Learning, Deep Learning, Data Analysis, Test Data, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Import/Export, Python Programming
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Seaborn, Matplotlib, NumPy, Plot (Graphics), Scatter Plots, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Box Plots, Histogram, Jupyter, Heat Maps, Graphing, Data Manipulation, Artificial Intelligence, Analysis, AI Workflows, Development Environment
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), People Analytics, Stakeholder Engagement, Responsible AI, Strategic Leadership, Sustainability Reporting, Leadership and Management, Sustainability Standards, Smart Goals, Analytics, Team Leadership, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Power BI, Goal-Oriented, Strategic Communication, Communication Planning, Decision Making, Microsoft Copilot, Communication Strategies, Decision Tree Learning
Advanced · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Kennesaw State University
Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Team Management, Team Performance Management, Statistical Process Controls, Team Building, Exploratory Data Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Probability & Statistics, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Process Analysis, Data Literacy, Process Flow Diagrams, Statistical Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Process Mapping, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Performance Measurement, Process Improvement and Optimization
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of California, Irvine
Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Instructional Design, Instructional and Curriculum Design, Education Software and Technology, Drive Engagement, Instructing, Parent Communication, Instructional Strategies, Student Engagement, Learning Management Systems, Student Support and Services, Course Development, Collaborative Software, Pedagogy, Digital pedagogy, Teaching, AI Personalization, Data Management, Collaboration, Planning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months