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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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    MathWorks

    Exploratory Data Analysis with MATLAB

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Literacy, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Data Wrangling, Matlab, Statistical Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Statistics and Data Analysis with R

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, Statistical Programming, R (Software), Probability Distribution, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Data Import/Export, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Analytics, Tidyverse (R Package), Plot (Graphics), Statistics, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Data Wrangling

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    7 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Mastering Data Analysis in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Classification Algorithms, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Financial Forecasting, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Business Risk Management, Data Literacy

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Visualization, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Probability, Box Plots, Histogram, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Scatter Plots, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Spreadsheet Software, Bayesian Statistics

    4.5
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    42 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Analysis with Python Project

    Skills you'll gain: Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Analysis, Supervised Learning, Anomaly Detection, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Unsupervised Learning, Data Mining, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Regression Analysis, Decision Tree Learning, Statistical Methods, Project Planning, Logistic Regression

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Generative AI for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Responsible AI, Transfer Learning, AI Integrations, Exploratory Data Analysis, Anomaly Detection

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    104 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Advanced Data Analysis with ChatGPT

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Data Validation, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Analytical Skills

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    32 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Macquarie University

    Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel: Intermediate

    Skills you'll gain: Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization, Statistical Inference, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Correlation Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Statistics, Regression Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Excel Formulas, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Data Analysis Software, Descriptive Statistics, Predictive Modeling, Variance Analysis

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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Data Analysis for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Business Analytics, Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Data Strategy, Analytics, Strategic Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Modeling, Correlation Analysis

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    29 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Applying Python for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Probability & Statistics, Data Transformation, Analytics, Statistics, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, Advanced Analytics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Correlation Analysis, Python Programming

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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Advanced Excel for Data Analysis & Automation

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Macros, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Workflow Management, Business Process Automation, Productivity Software, Data Analysis, Automation, Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Decision Making

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Managing Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Team Management, Analytical Skills, Presentations, Team Leadership, People Management, Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Communication, Model Evaluation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Exploratory Data Analysis with MATLAB: MathWorks
  • Statistics and Data Analysis with R: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Mastering Data Analysis in Excel: Duke University
  • Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel, Part 1: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Data Analysis with Python Project: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Introduction to Generative AI for Data Analysis: Microsoft
  • Advanced Data Analysis with ChatGPT: Coursera
  • Statistics and Data Analysis with Excel: Intermediate: Macquarie University
  • Data Analysis for Business: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Applying Python for Data Analysis: Coursera

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