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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.


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Popular Basic Statistics Courses and Certifications


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    Meta

    Introduction to Databases

    Skills you'll gain: Database Design, Database Management Systems, SQL, Relational Databases, Databases, MySQL, Database Administration, Data Integrity, Query Languages, Data Manipulation

    4.7
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    FinTech: Foundations, Payments, and Regulations

    Skills you'll gain: FinTech, Credit/Debit Card Processing, Financial Services, Payment Processing, Technology Strategies, Investments, Asset Management, Wealth Management, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Financial Regulations, Entrepreneurial Finance, Innovation, Consumer Behaviour

    4.6
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

    Pre-Calculus

    Skills you'll gain: Trigonometry, Integral Calculus, Calculus, Arithmetic, Advanced Mathematics, Algebra, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Graphing, Derivatives, Problem Solving

    4.7
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    572 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Finance for Non-Finance Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Cash Flows, Finance, Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Return On Investment, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Case Studies, Investment Management, Risk Analysis, Financial Accounting, Capital Markets

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

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    Universiteit Leiden

    Population Health: Responsible Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Data Ethics, Data Collection, Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Logistic Regression, Statistical Modeling, Data Cleansing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    45 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Practical Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Supervised Learning, Predictive Analytics, Applied Machine Learning, Data Preprocessing, R Programming, Classification Algorithms, Machine Learning, Random Forest Algorithm, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Wrangling

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Wharton Business and Financial Modeling Capstone

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Modeling, Presentations, Microsoft PowerPoint, Investment Management, Business Modeling, Data Modeling, Quantitative Research, Business Analytics, Financial Data, Portfolio Risk, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis, Regression Analysis

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    518 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Maryland, College Park

    Framework for Data Collection and Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Data Collection, Survey Creation, Research Design, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Sampling (Statistics), Data Management, Big Data, Statistical Methods

    4.2
    Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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    773 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Whizlabs

    Exam Prep: Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 8 [1Z0-808]

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Oracle SQL Developer, Oracle Databases

    Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Microsoft Advertising Course

    Skills you'll gain: Keyword Research, Advertising Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Performance marketing, Search Engine Marketing, Marketing, Advertising, Digital Advertising, Campaign Management, Bidding, Target Audience, Web Analytics, Target Market, Content Performance Analysis, Account Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Board Infinity

    Google Analytics: Quick Wins and Hacks for Marketers

    Skills you'll gain: Google Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Campaign Management, Digital Marketing, Target Audience, Customer Insights, Analytics, Performance Analysis, A/B Testing, Dashboard, Performance Metric, Content Strategy

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Driving Business Success with ChatGPT – Complete Guide

    Skills you'll gain: AI Enablement, Sales Process, Content Strategy, Team Building, Marketing Strategies, Cost Reduction, Customer Support

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Databases: Meta
  • FinTech: Foundations, Payments, and Regulations: University of Pennsylvania
  • Pre-Calculus: Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
  • Finance for Non-Finance Professionals: Rice University
  • Population Health: Responsible Data Analysis: Universiteit Leiden
  • Practical Machine Learning: Johns Hopkins University
  • Wharton Business and Financial Modeling Capstone: University of Pennsylvania
  • Framework for Data Collection and Analysis: University of Maryland, College Park
  • Exam Prep: Oracle Certified Associate, Java SE 8 [1Z0-808]: Whizlabs
  • Microsoft Advertising Course: LearnKartS

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