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Basic Statistics Courses

Basic Statistics courses can help you learn data collection methods, descriptive statistics, probability distributions, and hypothesis testing. You can build skills in interpreting data sets, conducting surveys, and performing regression analysis. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, R, and Python, that support analyzing data and visualizing results. By applying these skills and tools, you can effectively communicate findings and make informed decisions based on statistical evidence.


Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    Meta

    Measure and Optimize Social Media Marketing Campaigns

    Skills you'll gain: Social Media Campaigns, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Marketing Analytics, Advertising Campaigns, Digital Advertising, Content Performance Analysis, Campaign Management, Marketing Budgets, Data Analysis, Digital Marketing, Data Presentation, A/B Testing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Return On Investment, Performance Reporting, Business Metrics, Presentations, Communication

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Intermediate1

    Skills you'll gain: Language Learning, Oral Expression, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Oral Comprehension, Grammar

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    430 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Google Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Presentations, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Rmarkdown, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Validation, Data Ethics, Analytical Skills, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Spreadsheet Software, Ggplot2, SQL, Data Visualization Software, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Data Processing

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    328 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    MedCerts

    Medical Billing and Coding Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Revenue Cycle Management, Medical Billing, Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Coding, Electronic Medical Record, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Health Information Management and Medical Records, Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Patient Registration, Medicare, Managed Care, Medical Terminology, Payment Processing

    4.7
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    604 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Linear Algebra from Elementary to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Algebra, Applied Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Numerical Analysis, Geometry, Graph Theory, Applied Machine Learning, Markov Model, Probability

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    209 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Foundations of Quantum Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Analysis, Differential Equations, Physical Science

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    85 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Exploratory Data Analysis With Python and Pandas

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

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Wesleyan University

    Regression Modeling in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, SAS (Software), Scatter Plots, Statistical Programming, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Plot (Graphics), Python Programming

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    274 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    McMaster University

    Experimentation for Improvement

    Skills you'll gain: Experimentation, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Pareto Chart, Process Improvement and Optimization, Process Optimization, Statistical Methods, Performance Tuning, Mathematical Modeling, R Programming, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R (Software), Case Studies

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    925 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Digital Signal Processing 3: Analog vs Digital

    Skills you'll gain: Digital Communications, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Communication Systems, Electronic Systems, Electronics Engineering, Telecommunications, Linear Algebra, Calculus, Applied Mathematics

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    90 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Expressway to Data Science: Essential Math

    Skills you'll gain: Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus, Algebra, Numerical Analysis, Calculus, Graphing, Applied Mathematics, Data Science, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Derivatives

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Business Analytics and Information Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Analytical Skills, Big Data, Asset Management, Business Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Feasibility Studies, Business Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Intellectual Property, Data Quality, Information Management, Network Model, Data Strategy, Data Literacy, Digital Assets

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    410 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular basic statistics courses

  • Measure and Optimize Social Media Marketing Campaigns: Meta
  • A Bridge to the World: Korean Language for Intermediate1 : Sungkyunkwan University
  • Google Data Analytics: Google
  • Medical Billing and Coding Essentials: MedCerts
  • Linear Algebra from Elementary to Advanced: Johns Hopkins University
  • Foundations of Quantum Mechanics: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Exploratory Data Analysis With Python and Pandas: Coursera
  • Regression Modeling in Practice: Wesleyan University
  • Experimentation for Improvement: McMaster University
  • Digital Signal Processing 3: Analog vs Digital: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

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