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Statistics courses can help you learn data analysis, probability theory, hypothesis testing, and regression techniques. You can build skills in interpreting data sets, making informed predictions, and conducting surveys. Many courses introduce tools like R, Python, and Excel, that support performing statistical analyses and visualizing results. You'll also explore key topics such as descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and experimental design, equipping you with the knowledge to tackle real-world data challenges.


Popular Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    University of California, Santa Cruz

    Bayesian Statistics: Mixture Models

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Software, Markov Model, Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Unsupervised Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Probability Distribution, Classification Algorithms

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Fitting Statistical Models to Data with Python

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Software, Model Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Programming, Statistical Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Jupyter, Logistic Regression, Python Programming, Data Visualization Software

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Statistics, R Programming, Statistical Reporting, Data Quality, Data Preprocessing, Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Manipulation, Data Analysis Software, Data Import/Export

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    University of Houston

    Math behind Moneyball

    Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Predictive Analytics, Game Theory, Spreadsheet Software, Predictive Modeling, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Performance Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Analytics, Data Analysis Software, Business Mathematics, Forecasting, Probability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Northeastern University

    Engineering Probability and Statistics Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Reporting, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Experimentation, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Estimation

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Google

    Process Data from Dirty to Clean

    Skills you'll gain: Data Cleansing, Sampling (Statistics), Data Integrity, Data Quality, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Sample Size Determination, SQL, Spreadsheet Software

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Leeds

    Statistical Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, R (Software), Data Collection, Statistical Inference, Probability, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability Distribution, Simulations, Statistical Visualization, Descriptive Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Data Visualization Software

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Database Design, Shiny (R Package), Dashboard, Data Wrangling, Relational Databases, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Big Data, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Analytical Skills, Excel Formulas, Data Manipulation, Web Scraping

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Kennesaw State University

    Six Sigma Tools for Analyze

    Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Process Analysis, Probability Distribution, Probability & Statistics, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Process Mapping, Systems Of Measurement, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability, Statistics, Risk Analysis

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Dartmouth College

    Practical Machine Learning: Foundations to Neural Networks

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Bayesian Network, Logistic Regression, Artificial Neural Networks, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, Statistical Machine Learning, Probability & Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Artificial Intelligence, Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Statistical Inference

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Washington

    Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Classification Algorithms, Probability & Statistics, Big Data

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Managing, Describing, and Analyzing Data

    Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), R (Software), Statistical Inference, Probability Distribution, R Programming, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Statistics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability, Data Manipulation, Histogram

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    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Bayesian Statistics: Mixture Models: University of California, Santa Cruz
  • Fitting Statistical Models to Data with Python: University of Michigan
  • Using Descriptive Statistics to Analyze Data in R: Coursera
  • Math behind Moneyball: University of Houston
  • Engineering Probability and Statistics Part 2: Northeastern University
  • Process Data from Dirty to Clean: Google
  • Statistical Methods: University of Leeds
  • IBM Data Analytics with Excel and R: IBM
  • Six Sigma Tools for Analyze: Kennesaw State University
  • Practical Machine Learning: Foundations to Neural Networks: Dartmouth College

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