Beginner predictive analytics courses can help you learn data collection techniques, statistical analysis, and the basics of modeling. You can build skills in interpreting data trends, making forecasts, and evaluating model performance. Many courses introduce tools like Excel for data manipulation, R for statistical computing, and Python for building predictive models, demonstrating how these skills are applied in practical work such as sales forecasting, customer segmentation, and risk assessment.

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Decision Tree Learning, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Training, Forecasting, Random Forest Algorithm, Analytics, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Python Programming
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Minitab, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Logistic Regression, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Analysis, Scatter Plots, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis Software, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Software, Statistical Modeling, Advanced Analytics, Forecasting, Business Analytics
★ 4.8 (25) · Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Maven Analytics
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Google Gemini, ChatGPT, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Power BI, Deep Learning, Excel Formulas, Analytics, Google Sheets, AI literacy, Microsoft Excel, Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Python Programming, SQL, Business Intelligence, Data Science, Debugging
★ 4.8 (24) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Image Analysis, Convolutional Neural Networks, Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Tensorflow, Model Training, Predictive Modeling, Transfer Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Application Development, Predictive Analytics, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning, Network Model, Analytics, Network Architecture, Design
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Feature Engineering, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Mining, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Risk Modeling, R (Software), R Programming, Data Preprocessing, Data Cleansing, Transaction Processing, Unsupervised Learning, Model Training, Model Optimization, Machine Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, SPSS (Software), SPSS, Descriptive Analytics, Data Transformation, Data Visualization, Advanced Analytics, Data Wrangling, Logistic Regression, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Regression Analysis, Analytics, Data Presentation, Correlation Analysis, Data Literacy, Data Preprocessing, Data Analysis
★ 4.8 (37) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Sampling (Statistics), NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Data Literacy, Feature Engineering, Statistical Visualization, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Analytics, Regression Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Statistics, Analysis, Computational Thinking, Data Science, Business Intelligence, Applied Machine Learning, Data Quality, Machine Learning
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Board Infinity
Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Financial Forecasting, Looker (Software), Data-Driven Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Data Literacy, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Budgets, Web Analytics, Data Validation, Stakeholder Engagement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Google Ads, Dashboard Creation, Revenue Forecasting, Marketing Automation, Predictive Analytics, Digital Marketing
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pittsburgh
Skills you'll gain: Probability Distribution, Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Predictive Analytics, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Logistic Regression, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Software, Statistical Inference, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Algorithms
★ 4.7 (7) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Rmarkdown, Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Ethics, Data Cleansing, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Validation, Ggplot2, R (Software), Sampling (Statistics), Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Communications, LinkedIn, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), File Management, Web Presence, Data Structures, Interviewing Skills
★ 4.8 (183K) · Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months
Skills you'll gain: Financial Forecasting, Risk Management, Predictive Modeling, Financial Data, Risk Analysis, Generative AI, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Market Data, Financial Statement Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Trend, Investment Management, Portfolio Management, Financial Reporting, Analysis, Automation
★ 4 (9) · Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Marketing, Accounting, Responsible AI, Data Management, Data Visualization Software, Internal Controls, Classification Algorithms, Internal Auditing, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytical Skills, Data Preprocessing, Business Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis, Power BI, Machine Learning
★ 4.6 (1.2K) · Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
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