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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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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Digital Marketing Analytics in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Case Studies, Dashboard, Analytics, Digital Marketing, MarTech, Business Analytics, Marketing Strategies, Performance Measurement, Advanced Analytics, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Blockchain, Fraud detection, Information Privacy

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    Rice University

    Portfolio Selection and Risk Management

    Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Risk, Portfolio Management, Investment Management, Investments, Financial Market, Risk Management, Finance, Return On Investment, Risk Analysis, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Correlation Analysis, Decision Making, Quantitative Research, Variance Analysis

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 2: Statistical Linear Models

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Linear Algebra, R Programming, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Statistical Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Inference

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    Nanjing University

    Translation in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Language Interpretation, Translation, and Studies, Language Competency, Vocabulary, Writing, Grammar, Cultural Sensitivity, Editing, Proofreading

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Meta

    Introduction to Databases for Back-End Development

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

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    GIS Data Acquisition and Map Design

    Skills you'll gain: Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Data Mapping, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Metadata Management, Quantitative Research, Spatial Analysis, Typography, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Design Elements And Principles, Data Import/Export

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to HTML, CSS, & JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Web Development, Javascript, Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Scripting, Browser Compatibility, Application Programming Interface (API), Back-End Web Development

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Business Analytics for Decision Making

    Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Risk Analysis, Decision Making, Predictive Analytics, Simulation and Simulation Software, Business Modeling, Data Analysis, Process Optimization, Market Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Excel, Exploratory Data Analysis, Probability Distribution

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Machine Learning Methods, Statistical Inference, Markov Model, Graph Theory, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Probability Distribution, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computational Thinking

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    Advanced · 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

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Planning

    Skills you'll gain: Demand Planning, Forecasting, Supply Chain Planning, Sales Management, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Planning, Estimation, Trend Analysis, Decision Making, Performance Measurement, Microsoft Excel

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Imperial College London

    Linear Regression in R for Public Health

    Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, R Programming, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Modeling, R (Software), Exploratory Data Analysis, Model Evaluation, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Biostatistics, Data Import/Export

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Digital Marketing Analytics in Practice: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Portfolio Selection and Risk Management: Rice University
  • Advanced Linear Models for Data Science 2: Statistical Linear Models: Johns Hopkins University
  • Translation in Practice: Nanjing University
  • Introduction to Databases for Back-End Development: Meta
  • GIS Data Acquisition and Map Design: University of Toronto
  • Introduction to HTML, CSS, & JavaScript: IBM
  • Business Analytics for Decision Making: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference: Stanford University
  • Framework for Data Collection and Analysis: University of Maryland, College Park

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