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.

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Probability & Statistics, Data Transformation, Analytics, Statistics, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Analysis, Data Cleansing, Advanced Analytics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Correlation Analysis, Python Programming
★ 4.5 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Plot (Graphics), Scatter Plots, Programming Principles, Numerical Analysis
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Analysis
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Johns Hopkins University
Skills you'll gain: Apache Hadoop, Apache Hive, Big Data, Apache Spark, NoSQL, Data Management, Data Infrastructure, Data Processing, Databases, Data Integration, SQL, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Scripting Languages, Data Transformation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Financial Data, Complex Problem Solving, Microsoft Copilot, Data Ethics, ChatGPT, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Prompt Engineering, Financial Analysis, Data Visualization Software
★ 4.2 (18) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: SQL, Data Presentation, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Query Languages, Databases
★ 4.2 (49) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Analytical Skills, Dashboard Creation, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Analysis, IBM Cognos Analytics, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Analysis Software, Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Cleansing
★ 4.6 (340) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Codio
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Plot (Graphics), Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Probability & Statistics, Data Manipulation, Descriptive Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Wrangling, Correlation Analysis, Python Programming, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting, Computational Logic
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Matplotlib, Apache Spark, Big Data, Data Processing, Distributed Computing, Data Management, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Query Languages, Python Programming
★ 4.4 (320) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Data Wrangling, Case Studies, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Python Programming, Data Import/Export, Promotional Strategies
★ 4.8 (10) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Automation, Python Programming, Data Structures, Programming Principles, Scripting Languages, Development Environment, Scripting, Data Manipulation, Other Programming Languages, File Management, Data Validation, Package and Software Management, Software Installation
★ 4.1 (9) · Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Text Mining, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Unstructured Data, Data Preprocessing
★ 4.7 (14) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months