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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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    Meta

    Data Analysis with Spreadsheets and SQL

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Spreadsheet Software, Correlation Analysis, Google Sheets, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Descriptive Statistics, Data Cleansing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Statistical Analysis, SQL, Data Import/Export

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    278 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Applied Software Engineering Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Software Development Life Cycle, Linux Commands, Software Architecture, Bash (Scripting Language), Restful API, Shell Script, Git (Version Control System), GitHub, Flask (Web Framework), Software Design, Version Control, File Management, Application Deployment, Linux, Software Development Methodologies, Software Design Patterns, Data Import/Export, Programming Principles, Web Scraping, Python Programming

    4.6
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    51K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    How to Describe Data

    Skills you'll gain: Histogram, Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Data Presentation, Descriptive Statistics, Data Storytelling, Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Sampling (Statistics), Data Validation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    BI Foundations with SQL, ETL and Data Warehousing

    Skills you'll gain: Data Warehousing, Extract, Transform, Load, Apache Airflow, Linux Commands, SQL, IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Bash (Scripting Language), Shell Script, Data Visualization, Dashboard, File Management, Star Schema, IBM DB2, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Relational Databases, Stored Procedure, Databases

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    24K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Duke University

    Introductory Human Physiology

    Skills you'll gain: Physiology, Pulmonology, Respiration, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Cardiology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Kinesiology, Nephrology, Biology, Vital Signs, Blood Pressure, Neurology, Urinalysis

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    5.3K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Introduction to Business Analysis Using Spreadsheets: Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Google Sheets, Data Visualization, Spreadsheet Software, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Business Analytics, Productivity Software, Business Analysis, Data Manipulation, Descriptive Statistics, Analysis, Statistics, Excel Formulas, Data Cleansing, Mathematical Software

    4.3
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    1K reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    IBM

    IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Database Design, Shiny (R Package), Dashboard, Data Wrangling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Relational Databases, Big Data, Microsoft Excel, IBM Cognos Analytics, Ggplot2, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Excel Formulas, Data Manipulation, Web Scraping

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    31K reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California, Irvine

    An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT)

    Skills you'll gain: Test Planning, Embedded Systems, Linux, Internet Of Things, Embedded Software, Basic Electrical Systems, Automation Engineering, Electronics, Functional Requirement, Operating System Administration, Electronic Components, Systems Design, Operating Systems, Network Protocols, Control Systems, Debugging, Electronic Hardware, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Python Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    20K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Regression Models

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Predictive Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving

    Skills you'll gain: Excel Macros, Visual Basic (Programming Language), Programming Principles, Data Import/Export, Microsoft Excel, Problem Solving, Data Structures, Computer Programming, Scripting, Spreadsheet Software, Simulations, Algorithms, UI Components, Scripting Languages, Debugging, Data Management, User Interface (UI), Data Cleansing, Automation, Data Validation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4.8K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Information Technology (IT) and Cloud Fundamentals

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Generative AI, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Computing, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Computer Hardware, Cyber Attacks, System Configuration, Artificial Intelligence, OSI Models, General Networking, Data Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Computer Programming

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    11K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Tools for Define and Measure

    Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Quality Improvement, Process Improvement, Business Process, Project Management, Project Planning, Customer experience improvement, Process Mapping, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    2.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data Analysis with Spreadsheets and SQL: Meta
  • Applied Software Engineering Fundamentals: IBM
  • How to Describe Data: University of Michigan
  • BI Foundations with SQL, ETL and Data Warehousing: IBM
  • Introductory Human Physiology: Duke University
  • Introduction to Business Analysis Using Spreadsheets: Basics: Coursera
  • IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R: IBM
  • An Introduction to Programming the Internet of Things (IOT): University of California, Irvine
  • Regression Models: Johns Hopkins University
  • Excel/VBA for Creative Problem Solving: University of Colorado Boulder

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