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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Intrusion Detection

    Skills you'll gain: Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Model Evaluation, Incident Response, Threat Detection, Computer Security Incident Management, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Cybersecurity, Anomaly Detection, Incident Management, Threat Management, Model Training, Continuous Monitoring, Cyber Security Policies, System Monitoring, AI Security, Virtual Machines, Network Security, Network Analysis, Data Analysis

    4.8 stars, 9 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 3 - 6 Months

    ★ 4.8 (9) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of Michigan

    Python Fundamentals for Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Interactive Data Visualization, Interactive Design, Programming Principles, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Python Programming, Graphic and Visual Design, Event-Driven Programming, Digital Design, Computer Graphics, Computational Logic, Computer Graphic Techniques, Computational Thinking, File I/O, Data Structures, Animations, Image Analysis

    5 stars, 7 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 5 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Personality Development & Self Growth

    Skills you'll gain: Tenacity, Persistence, Personal Attributes, Persona Development, Personal Development, Human Development, Self-Awareness, Case Studies, Emotional Intelligence, Psychosocial Assessments, Resilience, Empowerment, Growth Mindedness, Lifelong Learning, Applied Behavior Analysis, Psychology, Psychological Evaluations, Social Sciences, Higher Education, Sociology

    4.6 stars, 36 reviews, Beginner, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (36) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • E

    EDUCBA

    Retail Management Strategies: Apply & Analyze

    Skills you'll gain: Retail Management, Case Studies, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Strategic Planning, Market Intelligence, Business Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Milestones (Project Management), Performance Analysis, Organizational Strategy, Analysis

    5 stars, 13 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (13) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Packt

    Foundations of Python Programming

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Program Development, Data Structures, Code Reusability, Python Programming, Scripting, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Development Environment, Scripting Languages, Computational Logic

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Packt

    IT Risk Assessment Practices

    Skills you'll gain: Threat Modeling, Vulnerability Assessments, Vulnerability Scanning, Business Continuity Planning, Business Continuity, Risk Analysis, Risk Management Framework, Vulnerability Management, Threat Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Cyber Risk, Risk Management, Contingency Planning, Risk Mitigation, Risk Modeling, Disaster Recovery

    5 stars, 8 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 5 (8) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Packt

    Mastering QuickBooks® 2025

    Skills you'll gain: Month End Closing, Inventory Accounting, Inventory Management System, Accounting, Sales Tax, Accounting Software, General Accounting, Reconciliation, Payroll, Payroll Administration, Ledgers (Accounting), Tax Management, Small Business Accounting, Payroll Reporting, Payroll Tax, Payroll Systems, Bookkeeping, Finance, Enterprise Application Management, Business

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • E

    EDUCBA

    Apple Inc Financial Modeling: Analyze & Forecast

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Working Capital, Equities, Capital Expenditure, Financial Data, Business Valuation, Accounts Receivable, Finance, Analysis, Cash Flows, Corporate Finance, Risk Analysis, Investment Banking, Depreciation, Business, Estimation

    4.8 stars, 12 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.8 (12) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Business Analytics with Excel: Intermediate to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Network Model, Excel Macros, Decision Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Microsoft Excel, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Transportation Operations, Excel Formulas, Model Optimization, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Financial Modeling, Portfolio Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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  • S

    SkillUp

    Protecting Against Money Laundering & Terrorist Financing—US

    Skills you'll gain: Bank Regulations, Financial Regulation, Regulatory Requirements, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Compliance Management, Legal Risk, Governance, Operational Risk, Financial Systems, Compliance Training, Threat Detection, Internal Controls

    4.6 stars, 12 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    Category: New
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    Status: Free trial
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  • U

    University of California, Davis

    Exploiting and Securing Vulnerabilities in Java Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Authentications, Exploit development, Penetration Testing, Security Strategy, Security Testing, Application Security, Vulnerability Assessments, Code Review, Vulnerability Management, Secure Coding, Authorization (Computing), Exploitation techniques, Java, Security Controls, Java Programming, Patch Management, Dependency Analysis, Docker (Software), JSON

    4.4 stars, 68 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (68) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free trial
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  • P

    Packt

    Terraform Basics - Managing Infrastructure as Code

    Skills you'll gain: Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Terraform, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Deployment, IT Infrastructure, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Cloud Infrastructure, IT Automation, Amazon S3, Command-Line Interface, Configuration Management, Development Environment, Dependency Analysis, Software Installation, Multi-Factor Authentication

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free trial
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data analysis courses

  • Intrusion Detection: Johns Hopkins University
  • Python Fundamentals for Designers: University of Michigan
  • Personality Development & Self Growth: EDUCBA
  • Retail Management Strategies: Apply & Analyze: EDUCBA
  • Foundations of Python Programming: Packt
  • IT Risk Assessment Practices: Packt
  • Mastering QuickBooks® 2025: Packt
  • Apple Inc Financial Modeling: Analyze & Forecast: EDUCBA
  • Business Analytics with Excel: Intermediate to Advanced: Johns Hopkins University
  • Protecting Against Money Laundering & Terrorist Financing—US: SkillUp

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