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.

Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Graphing, Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Graphical Tools, Data Analysis Software, Data Analysis, Python Programming
★ 4.8 (48) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

University of Maryland, College Park
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Digital Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Transformation, Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Agile Project Management, Business Analytics, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Intelligence, Data Strategy, Analytics, Customer experience improvement, Scaled Agile Framework, Agile Methodology, Storytelling, Presentations, Microsoft Power Platform, Applied Machine Learning, Stakeholder Communications
★ 4.9 (26) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Arizona State University
Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Decision Making, Data Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Design Thinking, Unstructured Data, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Literacy, Data Management, Process Improvement, Organizational Effectiveness, Solution Design, Needs Assessment
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Data Pipelines, Data Cleansing, Data Governance, Data Transformation, Cloud Security, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Visualization Software, Data Integration, Data Processing, Data Management, Data Manipulation, Data Collection, Cloud Computing, Data Validation, Cloud-Based Integration, Data Quality, Data Integrity, SQL
★ 4.5 (30) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Apache Hive, Apache Mahout, NoSQL, Apache Hadoop, Extract, Transform, Load, Big Data, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Data Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Databases, SQL, Applied Machine Learning, Database Development, Performance Tuning, Data Processing, File Systems, Real Time Data, Query Languages, Database Management
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Analytics, Query Languages, Google Cloud Platform, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Integration
Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Pipelines, Linux Commands, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics, Apache Kafka, Bash (Scripting Language), Apache Airflow, Shell Script, IBM DB2, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Dashboard, File Management, Dashboard Creation, Star Schema, Database Management, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure
★ 4.6 (25K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: People Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Financial Statement Analysis, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Customer Analysis, Financial Statements, Human Resource Strategy, Financial Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Human Resources Management and Planning, Analytics, Operational Efficiency, Predictive Analytics, Customer Insights, Financial Data, Operational Analysis, Peer Review, People Management
★ 4.6 (18K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: User Story, Business Process Modeling, Risk Analysis, Performance Measurement, Stakeholder Management, Process Analysis, Business Analysis, Risk Management, Requirements Elicitation, Process Design, Requirements Management, Business Process, Process Mapping, Risk Management Framework, Stakeholder Engagement, Performance Metric, Process Improvement, Project Portfolio Management, Stakeholder Communications, Business Requirements
★ 4.5 (198) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization Software, Data Import/Export, Business Reporting, Microsoft Office, Microsoft 365, Productivity Software
★ 4.5 (71) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Dashboard Creation, Employee Retention, Report Writing, Employee Engagement, Employee Surveys, Data Storytelling, People Analytics, HR Tech, Root Cause Analysis, Data Import/Export, Human Resources Software, Decision Making, Data Cleansing, Human Resource Management, Data Visualization, Talent Management, Microsoft Excel, Statistical Analysis, Surveys
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Dictionary, Data Quality, Data Management, Data Cleansing, Data Validation, Data Governance, Data Maintenance, Data Integrity, Case Studies, Disaster Recovery, Communication Strategies, Stakeholder Communications, Cross-Functional Collaboration
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks