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: Conversion Funnel Analysis, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Ad Hoc Reporting, Customer Analysis, E-Commerce, Marketing Analytics, Event Monitoring, Performance Analysis, Performance Reporting
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of California San Diego
Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Markov Model, Molecular Biology, Machine Learning Methods, Algorithms, Data Transformation, Performance Tuning, Memory Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: PL/SQL, Oracle Databases, Stored Procedure, SQL, Data Persistence, Database Development, Database Management Systems, Web Services, Data Storage Technologies, Authorization (Computing), File I/O, Debugging, File Management, Network Protocols
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Loan Origination, General Lending, Lending and Underwriting, Loan Documentation, Data Ethics, Generative AI Agents, Workflow Management, Generative AI, Regulatory Compliance, AI Integrations, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Customer Communications Management, Loans, Customer experience improvement, Credit Risk, Document Management, Financial Services, Business Process Automation, Customer Inquiries
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

The State University of New York
Skills you'll gain: Smart Goals, Peer Review, Training Programs, Professional Development, Goal Setting, AI literacy, Personal Development, Job Analysis, Quality Assessment, Self-Awareness, Coaching, Recruitment Strategies, Program Standards, Branding, Constructive Feedback, Benchmarking, Portfolio Management
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Deepseek, DeepSeek API, Hugging Face, Large Language Modeling, LLM Application, AI Personalization, ChatGPT, Deep Learning, Open Source Technology, AI literacy, Model Deployment, AI Integrations, Applied Machine Learning, Application Programming Interface (API), Business Process Automation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Generative Model Architectures, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Deep Learning, Responsible AI, Machine Learning Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Data Ethics, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, AI literacy, Artificial Neural Networks, Convolutional Neural Networks, Regression Analysis, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Classification Algorithms, Regulation and Legal Compliance
Build toward a degree
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Berklee
Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Musical Composition, Music, Writing and Editing, Storytelling, Writing, Creativity
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Budgeting, Data Visualization, Google Sheets, Productivity Software, Budget Management, Spreadsheet Software, Presentations, User Accounts, Data Sharing
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure Security, Public Safety and National Security, Cybersecurity, Cyber Security Strategy, Security Management, Cyber Attacks, Cyber Security Policies, Threat Management, Computer Security, Policy Analysis, Research, and Development, World History
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Florida
Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Culture Transformation, Lean Manufacturing, Health Care Administration, Organizational Change, Health Systems, Kaizen Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Organizational Leadership, Production Process, Change Management, Leadership, Team Building, Quality Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Microsoft
Skills you'll gain: SQL, Relational Databases, Microsoft Copilot, Database Management, Transaction Processing, Database Development, Query Languages, Database Design, Database Architecture and Administration, Secure Coding, Object-Relational Mapping, Performance Tuning, Data Integrity, Data Modeling, Data Security
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks