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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


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    Coursera

    Master Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path 1 (Enhanced)

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    29 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Data Wrangling, Python Programming, Data Transformation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google

    Speed Up Data Analysis and Presentation Building

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Responsible AI, Data Storytelling, Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Data Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Debugging

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    970 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 4

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Python Programming

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Exploratory Data Analysis With Python and Pandas

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Matplotlib, Seaborn, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, NumPy, Data Science, Statistical Analysis, Data Wrangling, Python Programming

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    446 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Microsoft Excel Fundamentals for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Spreadsheet Software, Productivity Software, Data Manipulation, Data Literacy, Decision Making, Data Presentation, Debugging

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 5

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Data Manipulation, Statistical Visualization, Data Cleansing, Text Mining, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Python Programming

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Google Cloud

    BigQuery Soccer Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Database Software, Databases, Database Management, SQL, Query Languages, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Analysis

    3.1
    Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
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    9 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Hypothesis Testing with Minitab for Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Statistical Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Exploratory Data Analysis with R and ggplot2

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Ggplot2, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), R (Software), Regression Analysis, Data Presentation, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Data Quality, Scatter Plots, Anomaly Detection, Descriptive Statistics, Analytical Skills, Correlation Analysis, Graphing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Apply PROC SQL Fundamentals for Data Analysis in SAS

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Metadata Management, SAS (Software), Data Management, Data Maintenance, Relational Databases, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Query Languages, Data Governance, Data Integrity, Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Cloudera

    Foundations for Big Data Analysis with SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Relational Databases, Databases, SQL, Big Data, Database Systems, Database Management Systems, NoSQL, Operational Databases, Data Warehousing, Data Management, Virtual Machines, Data Storage, Data Analysis, Unstructured Data

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.1K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Master Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path 1 (Enhanced): Coursera
  • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 3: Coursera
  • Speed Up Data Analysis and Presentation Building: Google
  • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 4: Coursera
  • Exploratory Data Analysis With Python and Pandas: Coursera
  • Apply Microsoft Excel Fundamentals for Data Analysis: EDUCBA
  • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 5: Coursera
  • BigQuery Soccer Data Analysis : Google Cloud
  • Apply Hypothesis Testing with Minitab for Data Analysis: EDUCBA
  • Apply Exploratory Data Analysis with R and ggplot2: EDUCBA

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