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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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    Universiteit Leiden

    Population Health: Predictive Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Model Evaluation, R Programming, Preventative Care, Health Informatics, Statistical Modeling, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Precision Medicine, Supervised Learning, Data Preprocessing

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization

    Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Literacy, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Excel Macros, Analytics, Accounting and Finance Software, Analytical Skills, Pivot Tables And Charts, Accounting Systems, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Excel Formulas, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Predictive Analytics, Data Architecture

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Healthcare Data Security, Privacy, and Compliance

    Skills you'll gain: Medical Privacy, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Health Information Management, Security Awareness, Personally Identifiable Information, Encryption, Health Care, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Data Security, Cyber Attacks, Medical Records, Information Privacy, Cloud Computing, Patient Safety

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Cómo autoconstruir tu vivienda. Segunda etapa

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Electrical Wiring, Hydraulics, Plumbing, Basic Electrical Systems, Construction, Architecture and Construction, Construction Engineering, Building Codes, Structural Engineering

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    266 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    电磁学上——恒定电场

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, electromagnetics, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Electric Power Systems, Physical Science, Scientific Methods

    4.9
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    40 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Board Infinity

    Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, HR Tech, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Talent Recruitment, Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment, Trend Analysis, Employee Training, Employee Retention, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Workforce Development, Workforce Planning

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    249 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Microsoft Azure, Applied Machine Learning, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, No-Code Development, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Model Deployment, Artificial Intelligence, Classification Algorithms, Supervised Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Leeds

    Transmitting and Fighting Infectious Diseases

    Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Microbiology, Immunology, Pathology, Infection Control, Pharmacology, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Cell Biology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Data Mining Pipeline

    Skills you'll gain: Data Mining, Data Warehousing, Data Pipelines, Data Preprocessing, Data Modeling, Data Integration, Data Cleansing, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Quality, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    L&T EduTech

    Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Substation, Energy and Utilities, Plant Operations and Management, Electrical Equipment, Three-Phase, Power Electronics, Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Process Control, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Safety, Thermal Management

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of New Mexico

    Curanderismo: Traditional Healing Using Plants

    Skills you'll gain: Cultural Diversity, Preventative Care, Health Care, Health Education, Pain Management, Nutrition and Diet, Stress Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IE Business School

    Globalización, Crecimiento Económico y Estabilidad

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Policy, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Economics, Public Policies, International Finance, Policy Analysis, Economic Development, Tax, Socioeconomics, Trend Analysis, Global Marketing, Business Economics, International Relations, Political Sciences, Analysis, Fiscal Management, Supply And Demand, Business Risk Management, World History, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Population Health: Predictive Analytics: Universiteit Leiden
  • Introduction to Accounting Data Analytics and Visualization: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Healthcare Data Security, Privacy, and Compliance: Johns Hopkins University
  • Cómo autoconstruir tu vivienda. Segunda etapa: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • 电磁学上——恒定电场: Peking University
  • Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI: Board Infinity
  • Microsoft Azure Machine Learning: Microsoft
  • Transmitting and Fighting Infectious Diseases: University of Leeds
  • Data Mining Pipeline: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Electrical Power Generation - An Industrial Outlook: L&T EduTech

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