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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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    IBM

    IBM Introduction to Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Statistical Methods, Data Preprocessing, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Statistical Inference, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Access, Anomaly Detection, Logistic Regression, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Transform Raw Data into Financial Insights

    Skills you'll gain: Trend Analysis, Financial Analysis, Data Import/Export, Business Reporting, Financial Data, Data Transformation, Accounting Records, Microsoft Excel, Performance Analysis, Financial Reporting, Data Processing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Master Excel Skills: Analyze, Automate & Visualize Data

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Data Validation, Pivot Tables And Charts, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Data Integrity, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Debugging, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Automation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Virginia

    Digital Product Management: Modern Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Management, Innovation, Product Improvement, Customer Insights, Design and Product, Product Roadmaps, Design Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Customer Engagement, Agile Methodology, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Web Analytics, Business Modeling

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Capstone: Retrieving, Processing, and Visualizing Data with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Collection, Data Visualization Software, Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Web Scraping, Email Automation

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Data Visualization with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization Software, Plotly, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Geospatial Information and Technology, Pandas (Python Package), Scatter Plots, Histogram, Heat Maps, Box Plots, Jupyter, Python Programming, Data Manipulation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    The Measure Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Process Capability, Lean Six Sigma, Data Collection, Sampling (Statistics), Probability Distribution, Process Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Performance Measurement, Quality Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Statistics, Probability, Systems Of Measurement, Statistical Analysis

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Web Applications for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, SQL, MySQL, PHP (Scripting Language), Relational Databases, JSON, jQuery, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Javascript and jQuery, Ajax, Databases, Data Modeling, Database Application, Database Development, Debugging, Web Applications, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Web Development, Secure Coding, Javascript

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    IBM Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Autoencoders, Feature Engineering, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Generative AI, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), Convolutional Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Data Science, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Data Management for Clinical Research

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Data Management, Data Collection, Case Report Forms, Data Sharing, Health Informatics, Data Strategy, Data Quality, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Sampling (Statistics), Data Integrity, Data Validation, Regulatory Compliance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    The Complete Quantum Computing Course for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Python Programming, Algorithms, Computer Programming, Theoretical Computer Science, Linear Algebra, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science, Algebra, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), IBM Cloud, Scripting, Probability, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Processing, Mathematical Modeling, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Probability & Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Software Installation

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving, Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Programming Principles, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Spreadsheet Software, Problem Solving, Automation, Algorithms, Debugging, Data Management, Data Cleansing

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • IBM Introduction to Machine Learning: IBM
  • Transform Raw Data into Financial Insights: Coursera
  • Master Excel Skills: Analyze, Automate & Visualize Data: EDUCBA
  • Digital Product Management: Modern Fundamentals: University of Virginia
  • Capstone: Retrieving, Processing, and Visualizing Data with Python: University of Michigan
  • Data Visualization with Python: IBM
  • The Measure Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • Web Applications for Everybody: University of Michigan
  • IBM Machine Learning: IBM
  • Data Management for Clinical Research: Vanderbilt University

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