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    • Status: New
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      University of Michigan

      Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Geographic Information Systems, Organizational Change, Environmental Policy, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Issue, Environmental Regulations, Geospatial Mapping, Culture Transformation, Spatial Data Analysis, Datamaps, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Sustainability, Spatial Analysis, Organizational Leadership, Systems Thinking, Health Equity, Environmental Laws

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      CertNexus

      Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Accountability, Risk Management, Operational Risk, Risk Analysis, Business Risk Management, Information Privacy, Risk Mitigation, Safety and Security, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Stakeholder Engagement

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      91 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • U

      Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

      Python: de cero a analista de datos

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Extract, Transform, Load, Data Analysis, NumPy, Package and Software Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Visualization Software, Data Science, Python Programming, Jupyter, Graphing, Data Import/Export, Data Manipulation, Scripting, Software Installation, Computational Thinking, Development Environment, Mac OS

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      39 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • U

      University of Michigan

      Total Data Quality

      Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Quantitative Research, Data Validation, Data Integrity, Data Collection, Data Cleansing, Quality Assurance, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Access, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Threat Detection, Statistical Methods

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      52 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • S

      SAS

      Practicing for the SAS Programming Certification Exam

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Data Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation, Data Import/Export

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      94 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • I

      IE Business School

      Riesgos y oportunidades empresariales en una economía globalizada

      Skills you'll gain: Economics, Financial Policy, Economic Development, Trend Analysis, Global Marketing, Business Economics, International Relations, Analysis, Socioeconomics, Business Risk Management, Public Policies, Business Strategies, World History, Investments

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      100 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      National Taiwan University

      機器人學一 (Robotics (1))

      Skills you'll gain: Automation Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Linear Algebra, Engineering Calculations, Trigonometry, Applied Mathematics, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Spatial Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      University of Pennsylvania

      Calculus: Single Variable Part 4 - Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Integral Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Probability & Statistics, Geometry, Probability, Advanced Mathematics, Torque (Physics), Statistics, Mechanics, Mathematical Modeling, Physics

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      274 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      National Taiwan University

      頑想學概率:機率一 (Probability (1))

      Skills you'll gain: Probability, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Data Literacy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      360 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Effective Communication Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Presentations, Peer Review, Business Writing, Project Design, Graphic Design, Branding, Communication, Public Speaking, Storytelling, Data Science

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      164 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      MathWorks

      Image Segmentation, Filtering, and Region Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Matlab, Computer Vision, Medical Imaging, Spatial Analysis, Data Import/Export

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      MathWorks

      Predictive Modeling and Machine Learning with MATLAB

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Matlab, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Modeling, Data Processing, Sampling (Statistics)

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      118 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future: University of Michigan
    • Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks: CertNexus
    • Python: de cero a analista de datos: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
    • Total Data Quality: University of Michigan
    • Practicing for the SAS Programming Certification Exam: SAS
    • Riesgos y oportunidades empresariales en una economía globalizada: IE Business School
    • 機器人學一 (Robotics (1)): National Taiwan University
    • Calculus: Single Variable Part 4 - Applications: University of Pennsylvania
    • 頑想學概率:機率一 (Probability (1)): National Taiwan University
    • Effective Communication Capstone Project: University of Colorado Boulder

    Why Learn Statistics?

    Statistics is the science of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to uncover patterns and inform decisions. It’s essential in fields like business, healthcare, social science, and data analytics. Learning statistics can help you make sense of data, support evidence-based thinking, and contribute to smarter outcomes in any field.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Statistics

    Top statistics courses include Introduction to Statistics from Stanford University, Business Statistics and Analysis from Rice University, and Statistics with Python from the University of Michigan. These courses cover descriptive statistics, probability, hypothesis testing, and statistical modeling.‎

    Yes. Many statistics courses offer a free audit option, allowing you to access video lessons and reading materials without payment. If you want to complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to collect, interpret, and present data; calculate key metrics like mean and standard deviation; and apply statistical techniques such as regression analysis, probability distributions, and confidence intervals. Some courses also include hands-on practice with Excel, R, or Python.‎

    Not necessarily. Many Coursera statistics courses are designed for beginners and explain core concepts step by step. Some basic comfort with numbers is helpful, but you don’t need advanced math experience to get started.‎

    Yes. Statistics is essential in fields like business, healthcare, data science, psychology, and research. Learning statistics on Coursera can help you analyze data, make informed decisions, and gain skills that are valuable in both academic and professional settings.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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