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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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    National Taiwan University

    Operations Research (3): Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Operations Research, Network Model, Applied Machine Learning, Case Studies, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Transportation Operations, Business Analytics, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Algorithms

    4.9
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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Tecnológico de Monterrey

    Física: Vectores, Trabajo y Energía

    Skills you'll gain: Calculus, Mechanics, Applied Mathematics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Physics, Geometry, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry

    4.2
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    182 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    École Polytechnique

    Wind resources for renewable energies

    Skills you'll gain: Hydraulics, Real Time Data, Physical Science, Estimation, Mathematical Modeling, Environmental Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Systems Of Measurement, Mechanics

    3.6
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    130 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google Cloud

    A Tour of Google Cloud Hands-on Labs

    Skills you'll gain: Identity and Access Management, Google Cloud Platform, Cloud API, User Accounts, Application Programming Interface (API), Cloud Services, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Cloud Platforms, Cloud Storage

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    289 reviews

    Beginner · Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Financial Analysis: Portfolios, Risks, Strategic Decisions

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Risk Management, Wealth Management, Finance, Financial Market, Investments, Financial Planning, Financial Analysis, Asset Management, Business Valuation, Investment Banking, Market Trend, Quantitative Research, Case Studies

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    143 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Physics 101 - Forces and Kinematics

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Problem Solving, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Algebra, Calculus, Physical Science, Applied Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering, Trigonometry

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    196 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI Primer

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, ChatGPT, AI Enablement, LLM Application, Artificial Intelligence, Innovation, Large Language Modeling, Creativity, Human Computer Interaction, Collaboration

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    427 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Google

    Google Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Presentations, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization, Rmarkdown, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Validation, Data Ethics, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Spreadsheet Software, Ggplot2, Google Sheets, SQL, Data Literacy, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Data Processing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    328 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Transforming Exploratory Data Analysis with AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Responsible AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Artificial Intelligence, Pandas (Python Package), Automation, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Data Visualization Software, Descriptive Statistics, Data Validation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    The State University of New York

    Strategic Career Self-Management

    Skills you'll gain: Job Analysis, Adaptability, Professional Development, Dealing With Ambiguity, Personal Development, Lifelong Learning, Brand Management, Smart Goals, Gap Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Self-Awareness, Dashboard, Goal Setting

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Indian School of Business

    Creating a Portfolio

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Performance Analysis, Market Dynamics, Text Mining, Technical Analysis, Risk Management, Financial Regulation, Compliance Management, Benchmarking

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Intermediate PostgreSQL

    Skills you'll gain: Stored Procedure, PostgreSQL, SQL, Database Management, Database Design, Relational Databases, Query Languages, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, Data Integrity, Text Mining, Transaction Processing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Operations Research (3): Theory: National Taiwan University
  • Física: Vectores, Trabajo y Energía: Tecnológico de Monterrey
  • Wind resources for renewable energies: École Polytechnique
  • A Tour of Google Cloud Hands-on Labs: Google Cloud
  • Financial Analysis: Portfolios, Risks, Strategic Decisions: Coursera
  • Physics 101 - Forces and Kinematics : Rice University
  • Generative AI Primer: Vanderbilt University
  • Google Data Analytics: Google
  • Transforming Exploratory Data Analysis with AI: Coursera
  • Strategic Career Self-Management: The State University of New York

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