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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


  • C

    Coursera

    Enhancing Customer Insights with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Generative AI, Case Studies, Customer Insights, Customer Analysis, Market Research, Generative Model Architectures, Data Preprocessing, Market Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Consumer Behaviour, AI Integrations, Business Strategy, Business Planning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Assessing Health Program Delivery

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Health Assessment, Health Policy, Policy Development, Health Systems, Care Management, Data Collection, Record Keeping, Surveys, Utilization Management, Survey Creation, Community Health, Maternal Health, Data Quality, Research Design, Child Health

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Explain Black-Box Models

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Communications, Stakeholder Engagement, Data Storytelling, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Communication, Model Evaluation, Responsible AI

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: Theoretical Computer Science, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Algorithms, Cryptography, Data Management

    Build toward a degree

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Octave Programming: Analyze, Apply & Implement

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Scripting, Scientific Visualization, Graphing, Scripting Languages, Data Visualization Software, Code Reusability, Debugging, Matlab, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Software, Applied Mathematics, Data Manipulation, Linear Algebra

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Getting Started with Microsoft Copilot

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Nail Regression & Classification

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Classification Algorithms, Predictive Analytics, Logistic Regression, Feature Engineering, Applied Machine Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Preprocessing, Model Optimization, Performance Metric

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    Elevate Team Productivity with Crew AI

    Skills you'll gain: CrewAI, AI Orchestration, AI Workflows, Agentic Workflows, Workflow Management, Generative AI Agents, AI Integrations, Business Process Automation, Tool Calling, Automation, LLM Application, Agentic systems, Decision Making, Process Improvement, Customer Service

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    MathWorks

    Practical MATLAB Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Scripting, Matlab, Data Manipulation, Mathematical Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Descriptive Statistics, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Access, File I/O, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mapping, Data Cleansing, Technical Communication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • I

    Infosec

    CompTIA Data+

    Skills you'll gain: Data Integration, Data Analysis, Data Mining, Data Presentation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Modeling, Data Governance, Business Analytics, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Analytics, Statistical Analysis, Dashboard, Data Warehousing, Data Management, Data Security, Data Quality, Data Cleansing, Data Integrity, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    AI CERTs

    AI for Telecommunications

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Training, Telecommunications, Tensorflow, Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Emerging Technologies, Generative AI, Wireless Networks, Network Performance Management, Digital Communications, Generative AI Agents, Network Architecture, Network Protocols, Computer Networking, System Design and Implementation, Communication

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Advanced · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    Logical Operations

    Excel: Dashboards and Geospatial Visualizations

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Datamaps, Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Pivot Tables And Charts, Geospatial Information and Technology, Spreadsheet Software, Geospatial Mapping, Data Analysis, Productivity Software, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Data Analysis courses

  • Enhancing Customer Insights with Generative AI: Coursera
  • Assessing Health Program Delivery: Johns Hopkins University
  • Explain Black-Box Models: Coursera
  • Discrete Mathematics for Computer Science and Engineering: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Octave Programming: Analyze, Apply & Implement: EDUCBA
  • Getting Started with Microsoft Copilot: Microsoft
  • Nail Regression & Classification: Coursera
  • Elevate Team Productivity with Crew AI: Coursera
  • Practical MATLAB Skills: MathWorks
  • CompTIA Data+: Infosec

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