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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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    Duke University

    Building Rust AWS Lambda Microservices with Cargo Lambda

    Skills you'll gain: Serverless Computing, Amazon Web Services, Rust (Programming Language), Debugging, Application Deployment, Development Environment, Linux

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: New
    New
    Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Packt

    Tableau Data Analysis and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Tableau Software, Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, R Programming, Alteryx, Statistical Programming, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Storytelling, Data Structures, Statistical Analysis, Workflow Management, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Data Preprocessing, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Transformation

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    Simplilearn

    Excel Data Analysis and DAX Essentials Course

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Data Processing, Data Presentation, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Barcoding, Microsoft PowerPoint, Data Import/Export

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Packt

    Advanced Web Exploits, Python Scripting & Network Attacks

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, OSI Models, Exploitation techniques, TCP/IP, Network Protocols, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Network Security, Cyber Security Assessment, General Networking, Vulnerability Scanning, Cybersecurity, Web Development, Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Scripting, Python Programming, SQL, Command-Line Interface, Data Structures

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Preview
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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Data Management and Sharing for NIH Proposals

    Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Data Sharing, Grant Applications, Data Storage, Data Management, Health Policy, Technical Writing, Health Care Procedure and Regulation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Edureka

    Advanced Data Handling and Reactive Programming Concepts

    Skills you'll gain: Frontend Performance, Restful API

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • K

    Kennesaw State University

    An Employee's Guide to Cybersecurity

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Policies, Cybersecurity, Incident Response, Cyber Attacks, Computer Security Awareness Training, Network Security, Security Awareness, Remote Access Systems, Mobile Security, Malware Protection, Human Factors (Security), Email Security, Identity and Access Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free
    Free
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    Coursera

    Scripting with Alteryx: Python and R for Advanced Workflows

    Skills you'll gain: Alteryx, Predictive Modeling, People Analytics, Scripting, R Programming, Predictive Analytics, HR Tech, Data Science, Advanced Analytics, Scripting Languages, Trend Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    GitLab AI: Mastering AI Pair Programming with GitLab Duo

    Skills you'll gain: GitLab, AI Workflows, Code Review, Integrated Development Environments, Computer Programming Tools, Development Environment, Debugging

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    C

    Coursera

    GenAI for Biz Dev: Identifying Growth Opportunities

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Business Development, Generative AI Agents, AI Product Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Opportunities, Market Analysis, Market Research, Trend Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Strategy, Sustainable Business, Forecasting, Strategic Planning

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Cucumber BDD Made Easy + Automation Framework Design

    Skills you'll gain: Cucumber (Software), Behavior-Driven Development, Selenium (Software), Gherkin (Scripting Language), Test Automation, Test Script Development, JUnit, Software Testing, Apache Maven, Test Case, Scenario Testing, Java

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
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    Universidades Anáhuac

    Principios de Análisis e Instrumento Financieros

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Financial Market, Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Securities (Finance), Capital Markets, Corporate Finance, Financial Data, Deposit Accounts, Investments, Cash Flows, Equities, Derivatives, Trend Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Building Rust AWS Lambda Microservices with Cargo Lambda: Duke University
  • Tableau Data Analysis and Visualization: Packt
  • Excel Data Analysis and DAX Essentials Course: Simplilearn
  • Advanced Web Exploits, Python Scripting & Network Attacks: Packt
  • Data Management and Sharing for NIH Proposals: Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center
  • Advanced Data Handling and Reactive Programming Concepts: Edureka
  • An Employee's Guide to Cybersecurity: Kennesaw State University
  • Scripting with Alteryx: Python and R for Advanced Workflows: Coursera
  • GitLab AI: Mastering AI Pair Programming with GitLab Duo: Coursera
  • GenAI for Biz Dev: Identifying Growth Opportunities: Coursera

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