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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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    Packt

    CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: OSI Models, TCP/IP, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Routing Protocols, Network Planning And Design, Network Protocols, Networking Hardware, General Networking, Network Routers, Computer Networking, Command-Line Interface, Virtual Networking, Network Administration, Configuration Management

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    University of Lausanne

    Accounting 2

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Equities, Tax, Tax Management, Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Asset, Securities (Finance), Income Tax, Corporate Tax, Inventory Accounting, Standard Accounting Practices, Financial Management, Asset Management, Financial Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Depreciation, Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Finance, Financial Statements

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    GenAI in Business: Discover the Possibilities

    Skills you'll gain: AI Integrations, AI Personalization, Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, AI Enablement, Strategic Thinking, AI Product Strategy, Business Transformation, Data Integration, Case Studies, Technology Strategies, ChatGPT, Innovation, Digital Transformation, Large Language Modeling, Business Process Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat de Barcelona

    Introducción al Arte Sonoro

    Skills you'll gain: Performing Arts, Music, Music History, Musical Composition, Art History, Aesthetics, Sensory Systems Analysis, Oral Expression, Electronic Media, Psychology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    28DIGITAL

    I/O-efficient algorithms

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Data Structures, Theoretical Computer Science, Algorithms, Memory Management, Graph Theory, Data Access, Performance Tuning

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    Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)

    高阶竞争策略(中文版)

    Skills you'll gain: Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Strategy, Customer Retention, Growth Strategies, Corporate Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Competitive Analysis, Product Strategy, Market Dynamics, New Business Development, Revenue Management, Regulation and Legal Compliance, E-Commerce, Consumer Behaviour, Market Share

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Dartmouth College

    Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science

    Skills you'll gain: Decision Making, Decisiveness, Self-Awareness, Emotional Intelligence, Critical Thinking, Behavioral Economics, Problem Solving, Leadership Development, Analysis, Goal Setting, Strategic Leadership, Growth Mindedness, Business Strategy, Overcoming Obstacles, Mitigation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google Cloud

    Preparing for Your Professional Cloud Security Engineer Journey

    Skills you'll gain: DevSecOps, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, User Accounts, Authorization (Computing), Payment Card Industry (PCI) Data Security Standards, Data Security, IT Security Architecture, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Security Requirements Analysis, Security Engineering, Cloud Standards, Security Controls, DevOps, Cloud Computing Architecture, Network Security, Encryption, Firewall, Google Cloud Platform, Continuous Monitoring

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Create Employee Management System with When I Work

    Skills you'll gain: Applicant Tracking Systems, Workforce Management, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Software, Talent Management, Staff Management, Payroll, Talent Recruitment, Team Management, Data Entry, Scheduling

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    Dartmouth College

    Engineering of Structures: Tension

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Engineering, Structural Analysis, Construction, Civil Engineering, Architecture and Construction, Engineering Analysis, Building Design, Engineering Design Process, Mechanics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Infosec

    NIST CSF

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Risk, Risk Management Framework, Cybersecurity, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Governance, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Infrastructure Security, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Security Policies, Incident Response, Security Controls, Information Privacy

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    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Laboratory Reports, Bioinformatics, Research Reports, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Biology, Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Biotechnology, Data Synthesis, Statistical Methods, Experimentation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • CCNA Foundations – Networking Basics and Cisco IOS Essentials: Packt
  • Accounting 2: University of Lausanne
  • GenAI in Business: Discover the Possibilities: University of Michigan
  • Introducción al Arte Sonoro: Universitat de Barcelona
  • I/O-efficient algorithms: 28DIGITAL
  • 高阶竞争策略(中文版): Ludwig-Maximilians-Universität München (LMU)
  • Decision-Making: Blending Art & Science: Dartmouth College
  • Preparing for Your Professional Cloud Security Engineer Journey: Google Cloud
  • Create Employee Management System with When I Work: Coursera
  • Engineering of Structures: Tension: Dartmouth College

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