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Beginner Data Analysis Courses

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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    University of Michigan

    Introduction to 3D Printing with Metals

    Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Processes, Augmented Reality, Materials science, Industrial Design, Industrial Engineering, Production Process, Process Analysis

    ★ 4.8 (21) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Optimize AI: Build Robust Ensemble Models

    Skills you'll gain: Model Deployment, Decision Intelligence, Model Evaluation, Model Optimization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Applied Machine Learning, A/B Testing, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Machine Learning Algorithms, Performance Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Regulatory Requirements

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
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    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    Alfaisal University | KLD

    إتقان الإدارة المالية | Mastering Financial Management

    Skills you'll gain: Working Capital, Financial Analysis, Financial Management, Budget Management, Investment Management, Risk Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Market Liquidity, Performance Measurement

    ★ 4.7 (42) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
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    LearnQuest

    Decision-Making in Dynamic Environments

    Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Decision Intelligence, Responsible AI, Agentic systems, Data Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Methods, Distributed Computing, AI Security, Model Training

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • M

    Microsoft

    Web Application Security

    Skills you'll gain: Secure Coding, Authentications, Authorization (Computing), AI Integrations, Microsoft Copilot, Application Security, Data Validation, Web Applications, Data Security, Data Integrity

    ★ 5 (20) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    The University of Edinburgh

    Observing Earth From Space

    Skills you'll gain: Environmental Monitoring, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Programs, Environmental Science, Environmental Issue, Image Analysis, Continuous Monitoring, Physical Science, Data Access

    ★ 5 (6) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • É

    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Economie du sol et de l'immobilier II

    Skills you'll gain: Market Dynamics, Supply And Demand, Property and Real Estate, Real Estate, Land Management, Economic Development, Market Analysis, Economics, Financial Market, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Business Valuation, Correlation Analysis, Construction Estimating

    ★ 4.7 (54) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • C

    Coursera

    Create a Departure and Personal Statement for Interviews

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Concision, Verbal Communication Skills, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Interviewing Skills, Personal Attributes, Writing, Professional Networking, Relationship Building, Professionalism, Professional Development, Business Writing, Job Analysis, Communication

    ★ 4.5 (133) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    Category: Free
    Free
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • T

    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Social Studies, Science and Research, Research Design, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Sociology, Scientific Methods, Political Sciences, Experimentation, Anthropology, Economics, Correlation Analysis, Demography

    ★ 4.7 (52) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    Category: Preview
    Preview
    Category: Credit offered
    Credit offered
  • U

    University of California, Santa Cruz

    GO Programming for Everyone: Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: File I/O, Debugging, Go (Programming Language), Programming Principles, C (Programming Language), Program Development, Data Structures, Computer Programming, C and C++, Algorithms

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

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

    Pearson

    Full-Stack React with Spring Boot: Unit 1

    Skills you'll gain: Frontend Integration, Full-Stack Web Development, IntelliJ IDEA, Spring Boot, Spring Framework, React.js, Restful API, Front-End Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Context Management, Web Applications, Application Frameworks, Development Environment, Command-Line Interface, Data Store

    ★ 4.8 (11) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    University of Colorado System

    Grant Proposal Plans, Sections, and Resubmission

    Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Institutional Review Board (IRB), Grant Applications, Proposal Writing, Proposal Development, Clinical Research Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Research Design, Resource Allocation, Peer Review, Budgeting, Constructive Feedback

    ★ 4.8 (34) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to 3D Printing with Metals: University of Michigan
  • Optimize AI: Build Robust Ensemble Models: Coursera
  • إتقان الإدارة المالية | Mastering Financial Management: Alfaisal University | KLD
  • Decision-Making in Dynamic Environments: LearnQuest
  • Web Application Security: Microsoft
  • Observing Earth From Space: The University of Edinburgh
  • Economie du sol et de l'immobilier II: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Create a Departure and Personal Statement for Interviews: Coursera
  • Social Science Approaches to the Study of Chinese Society Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • GO Programming for Everyone: Part 1: University of California, Santa Cruz

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