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.

University at Buffalo
Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Production Process, Manufacturing Processes, Data Collection, Systems Analysis, Data Storage, Manufacturing Operations, Systems Engineering, Data Cleansing, Failure Analysis, Digital Transformation, Data Preprocessing, Big Data, Data Analysis Software, Computing Platforms
★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Minnesota
Skills you'll gain: Business Systems Analysis, Systems Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Business Requirements, Business Analysis, Business Systems, Business Analysis Tools, Process Flow Diagrams, User Requirements Documents, Data Modeling, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Business Process Modeling, Diagram Design, Process Modeling, Feasibility Studies, Decision Making
★ 4.8 (581) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Investment Management, Financial Modeling, Investments, Securities (Finance), Financial Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Financial Market, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Finance, Cash Flows, Return On Investment, Calculus, Portfolio Management, Derivatives, Applied Mathematics, Integral Calculus, Business
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Erasmus University Rotterdam
Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, Research Design, Science and Research, Report Writing, Research Reports, Scientific Methods, Research, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Data Analysis Software, Case Studies
★ 4.8 (163) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Network Model, Graph Theory, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Python Programming, Algorithms
★ 4.6 (2.7K) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado Boulder
Skills you'll gain: Sustainability Reporting, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Budget Management, Financial Statement Analysis, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Budgeting, Project Risk Management, Cost Benefit Analysis, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Operating Budget, Income Statement, Cost Estimation, Balance Sheet, Financial Reporting, Engineering Management, Financial Forecasting, Corporate Sustainability, Financial Management
★ 4.8 (80) · Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Coursera
Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Market Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Market Research, Target Audience, Target Market, Dashboard, Return On Investment, Value Propositions, Smart Goals, Business Strategy, Cross-Channel Marketing, Concision, Variance Analysis, Strategic Partnership, Data Collection, Strategic Decision-Making
★ 4.6 (84) · Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Cash Flow Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Cash Flows, Accounting, Cash Management, Equities, Business Valuation, Financial Planning, Capital Expenditure, Business Metrics, Finance
★ 4.6 (140) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

IESE Business School
Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Business Analysis, Financial Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Business Strategy, Strategic Thinking, Analytical Skills, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Complex Problem Solving, Analysis, Case Studies, Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Decision Making, Organizational Effectiveness, Working Capital, Branding
★ 4.7 (156) · Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Starweaver
Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Business Analysis Tools, Project Scoping, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Communications, Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Requirements Management, Change Management, Performance Analysis, Project Performance, Performance Measurement, Business Development, Performance Metric, Quality Management
★ 4.6 (92) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Financial Reporting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Business Reporting, Inventory Accounting, Contract Accounting, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Revenue Recognition, Financial Accounting, Fixed Asset, Financial Data, Cash Flows, Asset Management, Accounts Receivable, Performance Reporting, Accounts Payable and Receivable, Analysis, Finance
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Capital Budgeting, Financial Modeling, Working Capital, Financial Statements, Investment Banking, Cash Flows, Financial Analysis, Derivatives, Technical Analysis, Equities, Portfolio Management, Corporate Finance, Financial Trading, Financial Market, Market Dynamics, Capital Markets, Investments, Finance, Analysis
★ 4.8 (26) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months