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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation

    Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Game Theory, Demography, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

    5
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    25 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Theory of Angular Momentum

    Skills you'll gain: Angular, Linear Algebra, Physics, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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    20 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú

    Analítica y ciencia de datos para negocios

    Skills you'll gain: Data Preprocessing, Business Analytics, Dimensionality Reduction, Analytics, Data Cleansing, Anomaly Detection, Project Management Life Cycle, Databases, R (Software), Feature Engineering, R Programming, Data Analysis, Data Quality, Data Science, Big Data, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Programming, Supervised Learning

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    65 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: New
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    Google

    Hello, Python!

    Skills you'll gain: Package and Software Management, Data Science, Computer Programming, Mathematical Software

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    58 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Preview
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    U

    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Multistate Taxation

    Skills you'll gain: Tax Planning, Corporate Tax, Tax Management, Income Tax, Tax Laws, Sales Tax, Tax Compliance, Property and Real Estate, Case Law

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    61 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    D

    Duke University

    Financial Statements

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Balance Sheet, Income Statement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Business Metrics, Performance Analysis, Performance Measurement, Cash Flows, Business Acumen

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    73 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    M

    Michigan State University

    Game Design and Development 2: 2D Platformer

    Skills you'll gain: Unity Engine, Game Design, Video Game Development, User Interface (UI), Software Design, Storytelling, User Experience Design, C# (Programming Language), Animations

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    123 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    SAS

    Modeling Time Series and Sequential Data

    Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Recurrent Neural Networks (RNNs), SAS (Software), Forecasting, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Modeling, Bayesian Statistics, Model Evaluation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    A

    Arizona State University

    Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Experimentation, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Research Design, Mathematical Modeling, Analysis, Model Evaluation

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    67 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Meta

    Create the User Interface in Android Studio

    Skills you'll gain: Android Studio, Android Jetpack, Responsive Web Design, UI Components, Kotlin, Mobile Development, User Interface (UI) Design, User Interface (UI), Cross Platform Development, Animations

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    152 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    I

    IBM

    Introduction to Systems Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Feasibility Studies, Systems Development, Software Development Methodologies, Business Analysis, Software Design, Business Process Modeling, Communication, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Stakeholder Communications, Business Communication, Product Lifecycle Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    37 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    R

    Rice University

    Anatomy & Physiology: Regulation, Integration, & Control

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Endocrinology, Physiology, Neurology, Clinical Practices, Life Sciences, Medical Terminology, Biology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    35 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation: Johns Hopkins University
  • Theory of Angular Momentum: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Analítica y ciencia de datos para negocios: Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perú
  • Hello, Python!: Google
  • Multistate Taxation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Financial Statements: Duke University
  • Game Design and Development 2: 2D Platformer: Michigan State University
  • Modeling Time Series and Sequential Data: SAS
  • Response Surfaces, Mixtures, and Model Building: Arizona State University
  • Create the User Interface in Android Studio: Meta

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