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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

    Concepts in SQL

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Stored Procedure, Query Languages, MySQL, Database Management, Transaction Processing, Data Manipulation, Relational Databases

    3.9
    Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    29 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    Value Stream Mapping

    Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Strategic Thinking, Process Analysis, Process Management, Business Workflow Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Business Process Improvement, Process Improvement, Lean Methodologies, Waste Minimization

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    46 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Coursera

    GenAI in Action: From Theory to Real-World Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Finance, Emerging Technologies, Healthcare 5.0, Case Studies, Analysis, Manufacturing Operations, Critical Thinking

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Arizona State University

    Creatividad, diseño e innovación: Técnicas y herramientas - Proyecto Final

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Stakeholder Analysis, Innovation, Brainstorming, Peer Review, Creative Problem-Solving, Ideation, Business Modeling, Proposal Development, Creativity, Social Impact, Corporate Sustainability, Constructive Feedback, Collaboration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    100 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Google Cloud

    Gemini in BigQuery

    Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Gemini, Embeddings, Generative AI, Predictive Modeling, Vector Databases, Big Data, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), AI Enablement, SQL, Python Programming, Data Preprocessing, Customer Relationship Management, Google Cloud Platform, Data Visualization Software, Machine Learning

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    9 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • F

    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Operations Management

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Improvement, Revenue Management, Process Analysis, Business Operations, Lean Six Sigma, Operational Performance Management, Lean Methodologies, Operational Efficiency, Continuous Improvement Process, Service Management, Quality Management, Strategic Planning, Capacity Management

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    36 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    UBITS

    Innovación en el mundo corporativo

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, Organizational Change, Change Management, Corporate Strategy, Business Transformation, Organizational Strategy, Business Leadership, Process Development, Growth Strategies, Organizational Structure, Product Development, Customer Analysis, Consumer Behaviour

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    102 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Climate change and Indigenous People and local communities

    Skills you'll gain: Climate Change Adaptation, Research Methodologies, Cultural Sensitivity, Environmental Issue, Qualitative Research, Social Impact, Community Development, Sustainable Development, Environmental Policy, Data Collection, Climate Change Mitigation, Vulnerability, Natural Resource Management, Governance, Fundraising

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    56 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Mastering Product Management Interviews: A Strategic Guide

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Methodology, Product Strategy, Product Design, Market Analysis, Target Market, Stakeholder Communications, Portfolio Management, Decision Making, Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Communication, Innovation, Complex Problem Solving, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Prioritization

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Getting Started with ProfitBooks

    Skills you'll gain: Invoicing, Billing & Invoicing, Inventory Management System, Tax Management, Accounting Software, Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Software, Small Business Accounting, Bookkeeping, Accounting, Payroll Systems, Cloud Security

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    79 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • U

    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Cáncer de próstata

    Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Patient Evaluation, Diagnostic Tests, Radiation Therapy, Pathology, Pain Management, Urology, Medical Imaging, Risk Analysis, Anatomy, Treatment Planning, Epidemiology, Surgery, Physiology, Pharmacotherapy

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    171 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Putting the Personal in Personalized Nutrition

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Nutritional Assessment, Precision Medicine, Microbiology, Chronic Diseases, Molecular Biology

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Concepts in SQL: Coursera
  • Value Stream Mapping: Coursera
  • GenAI in Action: From Theory to Real-World Impact: Coursera
  • Creatividad, diseño e innovación: Técnicas y herramientas - Proyecto Final: Arizona State University
  • Gemini in BigQuery: Google Cloud
  • Operations Management: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Innovación en el mundo corporativo: UBITS
  • Climate change and Indigenous People and local communities: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Mastering Product Management Interviews: A Strategic Guide: Board Infinity
  • Getting Started with ProfitBooks : Coursera

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