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: Public Safety and National Security, International Relations, Social Studies, Culture, Diplomacy, Public Policies, Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Intelligence Collection and Analysis, Diversity Awareness, Intercultural Competence, Policy Development, World History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Problem Solving, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis, Data Collection
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Business Strategy, Growth Strategies, New Business Development, Business Development, Corporate Strategy, Political Sciences, International Relations, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Go To Market Strategy, Strategic Partnership, Strategic Decision-Making, Supply Chain, Competitive Analysis, Diplomacy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Market Opportunities, Value Propositions, Cost Reduction, Risk Management
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Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Financial Analysis, Portfolio Risk, Return On Investment, Financial Management, Investment Management, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Equities
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
University of Leeds
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Engineering Management, Scope Management, Risk Management, Project Scoping, Stakeholder Analysis, Project Risk Management, Risk Management Framework, Project Management, Governance, Risk Mitigation, Risk Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data Ethics, Legal Risk, Regulation and Legal Compliance, Artificial Intelligence, Education and Training, AI literacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Social Impact, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Information Privacy, Generative AI Agents, Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Universidades Anáhuac
Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, User Experience Design, Data Literacy, Multimedia, Data Analysis, Graphic and Visual Design, Diagram Design, User Centered Design, Interaction Design, Information Architecture, Visual Storytelling, Design Elements And Principles
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, Microsoft SQL Servers, Transact-SQL, SQL, Database Development, Procedure Development, Database Management Systems, Query Languages
Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

West Virginia University
Skills you'll gain: Recruitment, Sales Development, Training Programs, Sales Training, Sales Management, Talent Recruitment, Employee Training, Recruitment Strategies, Management Training And Development, Performance Appraisal, Team Motivation, Interviewing Skills, Job Analysis, People Analytics, Employee Performance Management, Performance Review, Performance Measurement
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Advancing Women in Tech
Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Performance Management, Interviewing Skills, Product Management, Branding, Product Knowledge, Amazon Web Services, Recruitment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Model Deployment, Keras (Neural Network Library), Feature Engineering, Google Cloud Platform, Model Training, Data Pipelines, Jupyter, Machine Learning Methods, Deep Learning, Model Optimization, Data Preprocessing, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Import/Export, Embeddings
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Google Gemini, Project Management, AI Enablement, Project Management Life Cycle, Data Ethics, Case Studies, Project Documentation, Automation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks