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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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    EDUCBA

    NoSQL Databases: Analyze & Implement Scalable Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Mahout, NoSQL, Big Data, Apache Hive, Data Pipelines, Databases, Applied Machine Learning, Real Time Data, Database Theory, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Transaction Processing, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Exploring C

    Skills you'll gain: C (Programming Language), Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Unix

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Feedback Loops: Feedback Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Constructive Feedback, Decision Making, Recognizing Others, Peer Review, Personal Development, Self-Awareness, Growth Mindedness, Decision Intelligence, Editing, Scheduling, Leadership, Creativity, Communication, People Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of California, Irvine

    Salesforce Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Salesforce, Salesforce Development, Data Security, Data Access, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Security Controls, Customer Engagement, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Customer Service, Data Maintenance, Business Reporting, Data Management, Personalized Service, Workflow Management, Process Development, Process Design, Lead Generation, Business Process Automation, Cloud Computing, Automation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    JetBrains

    Python from Scratch: Learn by Coding

    Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Design, File I/O, Data Structures, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Code Reusability, Computer Programming, Scripting, Data Processing, Package and Software Management, Code Review, Computational Logic, NumPy, Development Environment, Integrated Development Environments, Computational Thinking, Software Installation, Numerical Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Florida

    Fixing Healthcare Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Culture Transformation, Lean Manufacturing, Health Care Administration, Organizational Change, Health Systems, Kaizen Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Organizational Development, Production Process, Accident Prevention, Change Management, Leadership, Team Building, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement Process

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Applied Generative AI & Prompt Engineering Mastery

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Engineering Tools, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Responsible AI, AI literacy, Generative AI Agents, Generative Model Architectures, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Artificial Intelligence, AI Workflows, Large Language Modeling, Embeddings, GitHub Copilot, Fine-tuning, Deep Learning, Automation, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Uncertainty Quantification

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Bayesian Statistics, Probability Distribution, Failure Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Markov Model, Reliability, Simulations, Sampling (Statistics), Numerical Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Routines in SQL: Stored procedures in SQL Server

    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

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Infonomics II: Business Information Management and Measurement

    Skills you'll gain: Asset Management, Intellectual Property, Data Quality, Information Management, Digital Assets, Business Valuation, Management Accounting, Information Privacy, Data Governance, Legal Risk, Financial Modeling, Business Metrics, Organizational Effectiveness, Data Strategy, Accounting, Organizational Structure, Innovation, Data Analysis, Big Data

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Image Classification with Keras: Build & Optimize

    Skills you'll gain: Keras (Neural Network Library), Convolutional Neural Networks, Transfer Learning, Model Evaluation, Image Analysis, Model Optimization, Model Training, Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Data Preprocessing

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Scrimba

    Learn AI Agents

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Generative AI Agents, Tool Calling, Agentic Workflows, Agentic systems, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Human Computer Interaction, OpenAI, Artificial Intelligence

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • NoSQL Databases: Analyze & Implement Scalable Systems: EDUCBA
  • Exploring C: University of Michigan
  • Feedback Loops: Feedback Fundamentals: University of Michigan
  • Salesforce Reporting: University of California, Irvine
  • Python from Scratch: Learn by Coding: JetBrains
  • Fixing Healthcare Delivery: University of Florida
  • Applied Generative AI & Prompt Engineering Mastery: LearnKartS
  • Introduction to Uncertainty Quantification: Johns Hopkins University
  • Routines in SQL: Stored procedures in SQL Server: Coursera
  • Infonomics II: Business Information Management and Measurement: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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