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.

Coursera
Intermediate · Course
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

University of Huddersfield
Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Linear Algebra, Correlation Analysis, Box Plots, Integral Calculus, Matplotlib, Calculus, Computational Logic, Differential Equations, Data Visualization Software, Applied Mathematics, Theoretical Computer Science, Advanced Mathematics, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Engineering Calculations, Data Structures
Earn a degree
Degree · 1 - 4 Years

Coursera
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of North Texas
Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Model Evaluation, Arbitration, Leadership Studies, Compensation and Benefits, Organizational Change, Event Management, Grammar, Sales Process, Global Marketing, Data Visualization, Marketing Planning, Design Thinking, Public Policies, Probability & Statistics, Social Studies, Cultural Diversity, Digital Media Strategy, Music History, Sociology
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Degree · 1 - 4 Years

Corporate Finance Institute
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Excel Formulas, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Business Intelligence, Data Cleansing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

University of Pennsylvania
Skills you'll gain: Business Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Risk Analysis, Forecasting, Predictive Analytics, Business Analytics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability, Logistic Regression, Vocabulary
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Surveys, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Demography, Public Administration, Policy Analysis, Public Policies, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Data Transformation, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months