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Applied Data Science Courses

Applied Data Science courses can help you learn data analysis, statistical modeling, machine learning, and data visualization techniques. You can build skills in data cleaning, exploratory data analysis, and predictive analytics to derive insights from complex datasets. Many courses introduce tools like Python, R, and SQL, along with libraries such as Pandas and Scikit-learn, that support implementing data-driven solutions and automating processes in real-world applications.

Popular Applied Data Science Courses and Certifications


  • M

    Macquarie University

    Cyber Security: Data Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Information Privacy, Data Security, Governance Risk Management and Compliance, Incident Management, AI literacy, Cybersecurity, Cyber Risk, Security Strategy, Risk Mitigation, Regulatory Affairs

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnQuest

    Fundamentals of Data Warehousing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Data Architecture, Data Store, Data Infrastructure, Data Storage, Extract, Transform, Load, Database Architecture and Administration, Data Integration, Cloud Storage, Data Mart, Data Storage Technologies, Database Design, Operational Data Store, Database Systems, Query Languages, Metadata Management, Data Transformation

    ★ 3.8 (69) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • A

    Accenture

    Understanding Technology and Data

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Computer Literacy, Microsoft Excel, Data Security, digital literacy, Telecommuting, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Excel Formulas, Programming Principles, Spreadsheet Software, Web Language, Emerging Technologies, Data Collection, Computer Security Awareness Training, Digital Communications, Scripting Languages, Web Development, Javascript, Python Programming

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

  • T

    Tsinghua University

    Data Structures and Algorithms (I)

    Skills you'll gain: Data Structures, Algorithms, Theoretical Computer Science, Data Storage, Computer Programming, Computer Science

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

  • I

    Institut Mines-Télécom

    Data intelligence for businesses and managers

    Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Digital Transformation, Data Modeling, Data Management, Data Strategy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Information Management, Data Literacy, Business Intelligence, Data Quality, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Information Privacy, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Big Data, Artificial Intelligence, Business Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of London

    C++ Programming: Classes and Data

    Skills you'll gain: C++ (Programming Language), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), C and C++, Object Oriented Design, File I/O, Programming Principles, Data Structures, Program Development, Data Modeling, FinTech

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

  • C

    Coursera

    Transforming Exploratory Data Analysis with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, AI literacy, Data Ethics, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Real Time Data, Data Analysis, AI Integrations, AI Workflows, OpenAI API, Automation, Data Validation

    ★ 4 (7) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • D

    Duke University

    MySQL-for-Data-Engineering

    Skills you'll gain: MySQL, Bash (Scripting Language), Scripting, Database Management, Relational Databases, Shell Script, Database Administration, Command-Line Interface, Operational Databases, SQL, Databases, Data Import/Export, Database Application, Data Pipelines, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Processing, Linux

    ★ 4.2 (13) · Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • B

    Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo

    Organizaciones data-driven: principios y prácticas

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Governance, Data Collection, Process Improvement, Data Strategy, Process Mapping, Data Visualization Software, Data Management, Agile Project Management, Business Intelligence, Agile Methodology, Data Infrastructure, Information Management, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Organizational Effectiveness, Organizational Leadership, Data Literacy, Data Analysis

    ★ 4.7 (28) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Pittsburgh

    Data Visualization: Fundamentals to Interactive Storytelling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Spatial Data Analysis, Datamaps, Data Visualization, Tableau Software, Leaflet (Software), Spatial Analysis, Network Model, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Geospatial Information and Technology, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Network Analysis, Geospatial Mapping

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    Analyze Data in Azure ML Studio

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, Descriptive Analytics, Jupyter, Microsoft Azure, Statistical Visualization, Plot (Graphics), Model Training, Data Analysis, Statistics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Correlation Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • I

    IBM

    IBM AI Developer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Prompt Patterns, Software Development Life Cycle, Retrieval-Augmented Generation, Large Language Modeling, Software Architecture, Computer Vision, LangChain, ChatGPT, Restful API, Responsive Web Design, Generative AI, Responsible AI, IBM Cloud, Data Ethics, AI Workflows, Python Programming, Software Development, Machine Learning, Data Science

    ★ 4.7 (82K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    Category: Top AI Program
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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular applied data science courses

  • Cyber Security: Data Privacy: Macquarie University
  • Fundamentals of Data Warehousing: LearnQuest
  • Understanding Technology and Data: Accenture
  • Data Structures and Algorithms (I): Tsinghua University
  • Data intelligence for businesses and managers: Institut Mines-Télécom
  • C++ Programming: Classes and Data: University of London
  • Transforming Exploratory Data Analysis with AI: Coursera
  • MySQL-for-Data-Engineering: Duke University
  • Organizaciones data-driven: principios y prácticas: Banco Interamericano de Desarrollo
  • Data Visualization: Fundamentals to Interactive Storytelling: University of Pittsburgh

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