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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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    Packt

    Python Fundamentals and Data Science Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Linear Algebra, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, NumPy, Scientific Visualization, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Applied Machine Learning, Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Python Programming, Model Optimization, Data Manipulation, Classification Algorithms, Programming Principles, Regression Analysis, Data Structures

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Simplilearn

    Supervised Learning Regression Classification Clustering

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Data Modeling, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Analytics, Logistic Regression, Random Forest Algorithm

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology: Data Collection, Use, and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Big Data, Cybersecurity, Pedagogy, Data Security, Cryptography, Education Software and Technology, Information Privacy, Encryption, Digital pedagogy, AI Personalization, Computer Science, Web Servers, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Supervised Learning

    ★ 4.6 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Advancing Dairy Management with Artificial Intelligence

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Decision Support Systems, Supervised Learning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Data Management, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Nutritional Assessment, Internet Of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Nutrition and Diet, Emerging Technologies, Health Assessment

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    توقع حضور المواعيد الطبية باستخدام Python

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Analytics, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Data Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Artificial Intelligence, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Jupyter, Machine Learning Methods, Feature Engineering, Machine Learning, Data Visualization, Python Programming

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of Maryland, College Park

    Transforming with Data Analytics and Organization

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Transformation, Business Transformation, Customer experience strategy (CX), Data Strategy, Organizational Development, Business Modeling, Analytics, Organizational Change, Machine Learning Software, Technology Strategies, Innovation, Machine Learning, Business Strategy, Competitive Intelligence, Workforce Development, Strategic Decision-Making, Forecasting, Competitive Analysis, Process Optimization

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Forecast bikeshare demand using time series models in R

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, R (Software), Data Visualization, Statistical Programming, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Interactive Data Visualization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Rmarkdown, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Revenue Management, Forecasting, Business Strategy, Machine Learning

    ★ 4.9 (11) · Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Data and Machine Learning for Technical Product Managers

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Technical Communication, Technical Product Management, Workflow Management, Program Evaluation, Performance Metric, Agile Project Management, Data Analysis, Agile Methodology, Project Management, Analytics, Stakeholder Communications, Project Performance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, AI Integrations, Machine Learning, Large Language Modeling, R Programming, Data Visualization

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Packt

    Recommender Systems: An Applied Approach using Deep Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Deep Learning, Data Preprocessing, Data Wrangling, Data Processing, AI Personalization, Machine Learning Methods, Model Training, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Deployment, Artificial Neural Networks, Embeddings

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Scripting with Alteryx: Python and R for Advanced Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Alteryx, Predictive Modeling, People Analytics, Scripting, R Programming, Predictive Analytics, Data Science, Advanced Analytics, Scripting Languages, R (Software), Trend Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Employee Retention, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Packt

    Recommender Systems with Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Data Manipulation, Data Wrangling, AI Personalization, Model Evaluation, Applied Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, Machine Learning Methods, Data Cleansing, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning Algorithms, Model Training, Taxonomy, Text Mining, Data Analysis, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Packt

    RNN Architecture and Sentiment Classification

    Skills you'll gain: Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Model Optimization, Large Language Modeling, Text Mining, Artificial Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing, Classification Algorithms, Model Training, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data analysis courses

  • Python Fundamentals and Data Science Essentials: Packt
  • Supervised Learning Regression Classification Clustering: Simplilearn
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Data Collection, Use, and Privacy: University of California San Diego
  • Advancing Dairy Management with Artificial Intelligence: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • توقع حضور المواعيد الطبية باستخدام Python: Coursera
  • Transforming with Data Analytics and Organization: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Forecast bikeshare demand using time series models in R: Coursera
  • Data and Machine Learning for Technical Product Managers: Coursera
  • Recommender Systems: An Applied Approach using Deep Learning: Packt
  • Scripting with Alteryx: Python and R for Advanced Workflows: Coursera

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