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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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    Edureka

    Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer: DP-700 Exam Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Data Architecture, Real Time Data, Data Lakes, Capacity Management, Data Pipelines, PySpark, Transact-SQL, Apache Spark, Data Transformation, Data Security, Event Monitoring, Microsoft Copilot, Continuous Monitoring, Data Analysis, Workflow Management, SQL, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming, Warehouse Operations, Warehouse Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Product Strategy: Lifecycle, Data Insights, Collaboration

    Skills you'll gain: Product Lifecycle Management, Product Strategy, Product Management, Product Marketing, New Product Development, Case Studies, Team Oriented, Customer Insights, Market Data, Organizational Leadership, Market Research, Initiative and Leadership, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Digital Media Strategy, Communication, Strategic Thinking, Innovation, Market Analysis, Data Analysis

    3.9 stars, 10 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 3.9 (10) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • S

    Simplilearn

    Data Validation in Excel for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Validation, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Quality, Management Reporting, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Cleansing, Project Management, Data Visualization Software, Business Reporting, Data Analysis, Timelines, Data Presentation, Graphing

    4.1 stars, 8 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.1 (8) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Strategic Risk Leadership: Data, Empathy, and Assurance

    Skills you'll gain: Internal Auditing, Enterprise Risk Management (ERM), Data Visualization, Risk Analysis, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Auditors Report, Internal Communications, Persuasive Communication, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Cybersecurity, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Influencing, Stakeholder Management, Stakeholder Analysis, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Business Risk Management

    4.6 stars, 21 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (21) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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  • S

    SAS

    Analytics Applications Across the Data & AI Lifecycle

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, SAS (Software), Predictive Analytics, Decision Intelligence, Responsible AI, Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Team Oriented, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Management, Data Visualization Software, Process Design, Data Access, Data Processing, Dataflow

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • D

    Duke University

    Data-Driven Decision-Making for Agile Organizations

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Decision-Making, Dealing With Ambiguity, Performance Metric, Decisiveness, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Adaptability, Customer Demand Planning, Decision Making, Dashboard, Strategic Thinking, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Opportunities, Data Strategy, Business Analytics, Data Science, Data Analysis, Operational Efficiency, Risk Management, Change Management

    4.4 stars, 58 reviews, Intermediate, Specialization, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.4 (58) · Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Data – What It Is, What We Can Do With It

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Research Design, Data Presentation, Descriptive Statistics, Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Research Methodologies, Statistics, Analytical Skills, Quantitative Research, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics

    4.6 stars, 186 reviews, Beginner, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

    ★ 4.6 (186) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • M

    Macquarie University

    Business intelligence and data analytics: Generate insights

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Ethics, SAS (Software), Interactive Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Data Literacy, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Analytics, Demand Planning, Probability & Statistics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Forecasting, Trend Analysis

    4.6 stars, 466 reviews, Mixed, Course, 1 - 3 Months

    ★ 4.6 (466) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze Business Data Using Tableau BI Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Tableau Software, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard Creation, Data Storytelling, Business Analytics, Business Intelligence Software, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Trend Analysis, Data Wrangling, Regional Sales, Market Analysis, Data Sharing, Performance Analysis, Timelines, Variance Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Agile Leadership and Data-Driven Strategy

    Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Literacy, Data Strategy, Strategic Leadership, Business Transformation, Leadership, Agile Methodology, Organizational Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership and Management, Digital Transformation, Organizational Effectiveness, Team Management, Organizational Structure, Data Analysis, Information Management, Exploratory Data Analysis, Strategic Planning, Change Management

    4.7 stars, 11 reviews, Intermediate, Course, 1 - 4 Weeks

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

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    EDUCBA

    Analyze Financial & Market Data Using SPSS Regression

    Skills you'll gain: SPSS, SPSS (Software), Market Data, Regression Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Predictive Analytics, Technical Communication, Statistical Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Scatter Plots, Statistical Visualization, Model Evaluation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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  • C

    Coursera

    Organize Research Data: File Management

    Skills you'll gain: File Management, Document Management, Data Management, Data Governance, Data Literacy, Records Management, Data Cleansing, File Systems, Data Analysis, Data Processing, Data Maintenance, Record Keeping, Data Quality, Version Control

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Microsoft Fabric Data Engineer: DP-700 Exam Prep: Edureka
  • Product Strategy: Lifecycle, Data Insights, Collaboration: Coursera
  • Data Validation in Excel for Beginners: Simplilearn
  • Strategic Risk Leadership: Data, Empathy, and Assurance: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Analytics Applications Across the Data & AI Lifecycle: SAS
  • Data-Driven Decision-Making for Agile Organizations: Duke University
  • Data – What It Is, What We Can Do With It: Johns Hopkins University
  • Business intelligence and data analytics: Generate insights: Macquarie University
  • Analyze Business Data Using Tableau BI Analytics: EDUCBA
  • Agile Leadership and Data-Driven Strategy: University of Glasgow

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