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Basic Statistics Courses

Basic Statistics courses can help you learn data collection methods, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. You can build skills in interpreting data sets, conducting surveys, and performing regression analysis. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, and Python, that support analyzing data and visualizing results. By applying these skills and tools, you can effectively communicate findings and make informed decisions based on statistical evidence.


Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    McMaster University

    DNA Decoded

    Skills you'll gain: Precision Medicine, Molecular Biology, Bioinformatics, Pharmacology, Medical Science and Research, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Laboratory Techniques, Healthcare Ethics, Science and Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Data Visualization in Tableau & Python (2 Courses in 1)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Seaborn, Tableau Software, Statistical Visualization, Dashboard, Matplotlib, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Heat Maps, Scatter Plots, Histogram

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)

    Biochemical Principles of Energy Metabolism

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Endocrinology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Pathology, Biology, Nutrition and Diet, Chronic Diseases, Oncology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    AI Product Management: The Complete Handbook

    Skills you'll gain: AI Product Strategy, Product Management, Commercialization, Technical Product Management, Product Lifecycle Management, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Product Strategy, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Product Design, Responsible AI, Data Infrastructure, Generative AI, Digital Transformation, Team Performance Management, Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Deep Learning

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Management, Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Physics, Engineering Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Physical Science, Process Analysis, Environmental Issue

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Geographic Information Systems, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Spatial Analysis, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Hydrology, Economics, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    737 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    Introduction to GIS Mapping

    Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Data Mapping, Global Positioning Systems, Data Capture

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    Getting Started with Go

    Skills you'll gain: Back-End Web Development, System Programming, Debugging, Computer Programming Tools, Data Access, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Modern C++ Templates In Depth

    Skills you'll gain: Software Design, Programming Principles

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Go Beyond the Numbers: Translate Data into Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Data Ethics, Tableau Software, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Data Cleansing, Data Quality, Data Processing, Data Validation, Technical Communication, Data Transformation, Python Programming

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    New York Institute of Finance

    Operational Risk Management: Frameworks & Strategies

    Skills you'll gain: Operational Risk, Risk Management Framework, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Risk Appetite, Risk Control, Governance, Risk Analysis, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Business Process, Regulatory Requirements, Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Azure ML Bootcamp: Machine Learning on the Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Processing, Data Cleansing, Supervised Learning, Data Transformation, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Application Deployment, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), CI/CD, Statistical Methods, Data Quality, Real Time Data, Resource Management

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • DNA Decoded: McMaster University
  • Data Visualization in Tableau & Python (2 Courses in 1): Packt
  • Biochemical Principles of Energy Metabolism: Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology(KAIST)
  • AI Product Management: The Complete Handbook: Packt
  • Introduction to Thermodynamics: Transferring Energy from Here to There: University of Michigan
  • Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development: University of Geneva
  • Introduction to GIS Mapping: University of Toronto
  • Getting Started with Go: University of California, Irvine
  • Modern C++ Templates In Depth: Packt
  • Go Beyond the Numbers: Translate Data into Insights: Google

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