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Data Analysis Courses for Beginners

Beginner data analysis courses can help you learn data collection techniques, basic statistical concepts, data visualization, and interpretation of results. You can build skills in using spreadsheets for data manipulation, creating charts for visual representation, and applying descriptive statistics to summarize findings. Many courses introduce tools like Excel, Google Sheets, and data visualization software such as Tableau, showing you how to effectively analyze and present data to support decision-making.

Popular Beginner Data Analysis Courses and Certifications


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    Knowledge Accelerators

    Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Microsoft Copilot, Dashboard Creation, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Microsoft 365, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Visualization, Generative AI Agents, Data Analysis, Generative AI, AI Integrations, Artificial Intelligence, Workflow Management, Productivity, Automation, Customer Data Management, Data Management, Leadership Development

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Master SPSS GUI Navigation and Data Analysis Skills

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, SPSS (Software), Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Analysis, SPSS, Data Transformation, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Data Wrangling, Data Analysis, Graphing, Statistical Software, Data Import/Export, File Management

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Data Pipelines, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Data Processing, AI Workflows, Data Analysis, AI Integrations, Automation, SQL, Data Cleansing, Debugging

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Master Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path 1 (Enhanced)

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Data Analysis, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 3

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Integration, Data Wrangling, Python Programming, Data Transformation

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 4

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Python Programming

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    18 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Coursera

    Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Access, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    University of Michigan

    Exploratory Data Analysis for the Public Sector with ggplot

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Data Presentation, Ggplot2, R (Software), Data Literacy, Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Statistical Analysis, Graphic and Visual Design, Histogram, Tidyverse (R Package), Public Administration, Statistical Programming, Trend Analysis

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Data Analysis with OpenAI API: Save time with GenAI

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, OpenAI API, Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, Analysis, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, E-Commerce, Data Manipulation, Python Programming

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    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    EDUCBA

    Apply Exploratory Data Analysis with R and ggplot2

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Storytelling, Ggplot2, Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), R (Software), Regression Analysis, Data Presentation, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Data Quality, Scatter Plots, Anomaly Detection, Descriptive Statistics, Analytical Skills, Correlation Analysis, Graphing

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Financial Data Analysis with Excel, Python and Power BI

    Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Data Cleansing, Power BI, Data Wrangling, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Financial Data, Statistical Reporting, Data Preprocessing, Excel Formulas, Data Quality, Pandas (Python Package), Statistical Analysis, Dashboard, Microsoft Excel, Descriptive Statistics, Financial Analysis, Dashboard Creation, Spreadsheet Software, Data Analysis

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    EDUCBA

    Apply PostgreSQL for Data Analysis and Database Design

    Skills you'll gain: PostgreSQL, Relational Databases, Database Design, Database Development, Database Management, SQL, Database Management Systems, Data Integrity, Query Languages, Business Intelligence, People Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Transaction Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Validation, Software Installation

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular data analysis courses

  • Microsoft Copilot in Excel: Smarter Data Analysis Made Easy: Knowledge Accelerators
  • Master SPSS GUI Navigation and Data Analysis Skills: EDUCBA
  • Coding and Automation for Data Analysis with Generative AI: Microsoft
  • Master Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path 1 (Enhanced): Coursera
  • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 3: Coursera
  • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 4: Coursera
  • Mastering Data Analysis with Pandas: Learning Path Part 2: Coursera
  • Exploratory Data Analysis for the Public Sector with ggplot: University of Michigan
  • Data Analysis with OpenAI API: Save time with GenAI: Coursera
  • Apply Exploratory Data Analysis with R and ggplot2: EDUCBA

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