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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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    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Green Belt

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Process Capability, Team Management, Quality Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Exploratory Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Control, Probability & Statistics, Process Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Analysis, Process Mapping, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Regression Analysis

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Columbia University

    Construction Scheduling

    Skills you'll gain: Project Schedules, Project Risk Management, Scheduling, Construction Management, Timelines, Lean Methodologies, Construction, Project Management Software, Work Breakdown Structure, Resource Allocation, Probability & Statistics

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    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Text Mining and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Data Mining, Unstructured Data, Statistical Analysis, Natural Language Processing, Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Unsupervised Learning, Probability & Statistics, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    The Business of Health Care

    Skills you'll gain: People Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Financial Statements, Social Determinants Of Health, Managed Care, Operations Management, Income Statement, Employee Performance Management, Financial Analysis, Leadership and Management, Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Innovation, Value-Based Care, Business Reporting, Decision Making, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Insurance

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Orthopedics, Kinesiology, Sports Medicine, Physiology, Biology, Cell Biology

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pittsburgh

    Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, NumPy, Probability Distribution, Matplotlib, Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Science, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Linear Algebra, Predictive Analytics, Statistical Methods, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Machine Learning, Logical Reasoning

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    American Museum of Natural History

    Ecology: Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation

    Skills you'll gain: Environment, Systems Thinking, Environmental Science, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Resource Management, Biology, Sustainable Development, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Case Studies, Mathematical Modeling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Imperial College London

    Survival Analysis in R for Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Public Health

    4.5
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Introduction to Data Analysis Using Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Graphing, Spreadsheet Software, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Histogram, Scatter Plots, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Python Foundations for Data Handling

    Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Visualization Software, Data Structures, Data Manipulation, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Processing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Python Programming, Object Oriented Programming (OOP)

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Data Science in Real Life

    Skills you'll gain: Data Quality, Data Management, Technical Communication, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Inference, Statistics, A/B Testing, Statistical Modeling

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rice University

    Medical Terminology

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Terminology, Medical History Documentation, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Electronic Medical Record System, Medical Records, Endocrinology, Human Musculoskeletal System, Orthopedics, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Neurology, Gynecology, Urology, Hematology, Anatomy, Immunology, Diagnostic Tests, Patient Treatment, Physiology, Communication

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Six Sigma Green Belt: Kennesaw State University
  • Construction Scheduling: Columbia University
  • Text Mining and Analytics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • The Business of Health Care: University of Pennsylvania
  • Anatomy: Musculoskeletal and Integumentary Systems: University of Michigan
  • Mathematical Foundations for Data Science and Analytics: University of Pittsburgh
  • Ecology: Ecosystem Dynamics and Conservation: American Museum of Natural History
  • Survival Analysis in R for Public Health: Imperial College London
  • Introduction to Data Analysis Using Excel: Rice University
  • Python Foundations for Data Handling: Packt

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