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Applied Data Science Courses

Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.

Popular Applied Data Science Courses and Certifications


  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Capstone: Analyzing (Social) Network Data

    Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Peer Review, Graph Theory, Technical Communication, Data Structures, Algorithms, Analysis, Computer Science

    ★ 4.7 (101) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Amsterdam

    Data Analytics for Lean Six Sigma

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Minitab, Statistical Visualization, Six Sigma Methodology, Regression Analysis, Graphing, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Data Analysis, Lean Methodologies, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Statistical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Data Analysis Software, Process Improvement, Statistics

    ★ 4.8 (3.5K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • F

    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's Guide to Omic Data

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Data Analysis Software, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Molecular Biology, Metadata Management, Science and Research, R Programming, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Collection, Scientific Methods, Research, Cell Biology, Informatics, Biology, General Science and Research, Laboratory Techniques, Analysis, Research Methodologies

    ★ 3.6 (36) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    CertNexus

    Extract, Transform, and Load Data

    Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Wrangling, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Transformation, Data Integration, Data Import/Export, Data Collection, Data Mining

    ★ 4.8 (39) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Google Workspace Data Governance

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Loss Prevention, Gmail, Google Workspace, Information Management, Data Management, Data Security, Document Management, Records Management, Data Storage, Data Import/Export, Email Security, System Configuration

    ★ 4.8 (672) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    John Wiley & Sons

    Data Processing, Machine Learning, and Model Evaluation

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Data Processing, Model Deployment, Data Transformation, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Unsupervised Learning, Data Cleansing, Predictive Modeling, Model Training, Data Science, Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Model Optimization, Technical Communication, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    Data Visualization and Communication with Tableau

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Tableau Software, Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Process Improvement, Business Process, Business Process Improvement, Presentations, Data Visualization Software, Oral Expression, Data Analysis, Graphing, Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Stakeholder Communications

    ★ 4.7 (3.2K) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    PowerBI: Visualize & Publish Data

    Skills you'll gain: Business Intelligence Software, Business Intelligence, Power BI, Financial Reporting, Business Reporting, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Microsoft Excel, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export, Data Sharing, Data Validation, Data Quality

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Data Structures & Algorithms in JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Computational Thinking, Data Structures, Algorithms, Problem Solving, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Javascript, Performance Tuning, Memory Management

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Microsoft Access Table Design & Data Integrity

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Microsoft Access, Database Systems, Databases, Relational Databases, Data Integrity, Data Validation, Database Management, Data Entry, Performance Tuning

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Data Studio: Qwik Start

    Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Presentation, Dashboard Creation, Data Visualization Software, Google Cloud Platform, Data Analysis, Data Management

    ★ 3.7 (10) · Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    University of Michigan

    The Total Data Quality Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Data Collection, Data Validation, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis, Analysis, Data Processing, Data Access

    ★ 4.6 (51) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Capstone: Analyzing (Social) Network Data: University of California San Diego
  • Data Analytics for Lean Six Sigma: University of Amsterdam
  • Researcher's Guide to Omic Data: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Extract, Transform, and Load Data: CertNexus
  • Google Workspace Data Governance: Google Cloud
  • Data Processing, Machine Learning, and Model Evaluation: John Wiley & Sons
  • Data Visualization and Communication with Tableau: Duke University
  • PowerBI: Visualize & Publish Data: Coursera
  • Data Structures & Algorithms in JavaScript: Packt
  • Microsoft Access Table Design & Data Integrity: EDUCBA

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