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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


  • F

    Fractal Analytics

    Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior

    Skills you'll gain: Case Studies, Decision Making, Behavior Management, Behavioral Economics, Applied Behavior Analysis, Human Development, Emotional Intelligence, Psychology, Qualitative Research, Critical Thinking, Empathy, Communication

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    54 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Cloud DNS: Traffic Steering using Geolocation Policy

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Management, Cloud Computing, Network Routing, Geographic Information Systems, Virtual Machines, Google Cloud Platform, Virtual Networking, Network Architecture

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    Universidad de los Andes

    Plataformas para procesar datos no tradicionales​

    Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, NoSQL, Geospatial Mapping, Geographic Information Systems, Public Cloud, Geospatial Information and Technology, Big Data, MongoDB, Data Infrastructure, Apache Hadoop, Apache Spark, Distributed Computing, Data Architecture, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Services, Data Processing, Database Systems, Scalability, Environmental Monitoring, Climate Change Programs

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • W

    Wesleyan University

    Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Professional Networking, Design Thinking, Decision Making, Professional Development, Self-Awareness, Personal Development, Creative Thinking, Social Sciences, Cultural Diversity, Workforce Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Adaptability, Growth Mindedness

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    380 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • X

    Xbox

    Product Management Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Management, Product Management, Product Roadmaps, Stakeholder Communications, Competitive Analysis, Product Lifecycle Management, Product Development, New Product Development, Market Research, Product Strategy, Market Analysis, Agile Methodology, Product Requirements, Business Strategy, Value Propositions, Communication, Prioritization

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Imperial College London

    Interventions and Calibration

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Model Evaluation, Simulations, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Public Health, Probability Distribution

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    56 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    Grow with AI: Your AI-driven Growth Marketing strategy

    Skills you'll gain: AI Personalization, Marketing Strategies, Email Marketing, Growth Strategies, Marketing Automation, AI Enablement, Marketing Analytics, Personalized Service, Data Ethics, Customer Engagement, Customer experience improvement, Lead Generation, Customer Insights, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Customer Retention, Responsible AI, Customer Advocacy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Image Classification on Autopilot with AWS AutoGluon

    Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, Image Analysis, Deep Learning, Keras (Neural Network Library), Model Evaluation, Convolutional Neural Networks, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Tensorflow, Computer Vision, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Matplotlib, Data Science

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Defender for Cloud Certification

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Management, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Security, Data Security, Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), Data Structures, Microsoft Windows, Continuous Monitoring, Identity and Access Management, Query Languages

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Toronto

    Plant Bioinformatics Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Bioinformatics, Analysis, Data Synthesis, Statistical Methods, Technical Communication, Data Collection

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    32 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad de Palermo

    Contabilidad como Herramienta Gerencial

    Skills you'll gain: Management Accounting, Cost Accounting, Accounting, Budgeting, Cash Flows, Financial Statements, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Planning, Business Planning, Organizational Strategy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    237 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Product Development for Technical Managers

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Development, Product Strategy, Product Design, Design Thinking, Product Planning, Innovation, Persona Development, Product Management, Team Management, Product Lifecycle Management, Prototyping, Market Research, Sustainable Business, Agile Product Development, Marketing, Product Roadmaps, Sustainable Design, Ideation, Commercialization

    Build toward a degree

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    38 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior : Fractal Analytics
  • Cloud DNS: Traffic Steering using Geolocation Policy: Google Cloud
  • Plataformas para procesar datos no tradicionales​: Universidad de los Andes
  • Career Decisions: From Insight to Impact: Wesleyan University
  • Product Management Fundamentals: Xbox
  • Interventions and Calibration: Imperial College London
  • Grow with AI: Your AI-driven Growth Marketing strategy : Starweaver
  • Image Classification on Autopilot with AWS AutoGluon: Coursera
  • Microsoft Defender for Cloud Certification: Microsoft
  • Plant Bioinformatics Capstone: University of Toronto

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