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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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    Coursera

    Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets

    Skills you'll gain: Risk Analysis, Portfolio Risk, Google Sheets, Financial Analysis, Risk Management, Quantitative Research, Spreadsheet Software, Statistical Analysis, Statistics, Probability & Statistics

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    679 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • Status: Free Trial
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    I

    Illinois Tech

    Linear Regression

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, R (Software), Data Science, Logistic Regression, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra

    Build toward a degree

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    28 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    D

    Duke University

    Introduction to Chemistry: Structures and Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Physical Science, Thermal Management, Laboratory Research, Structural Analysis, Systems Of Measurement, Scientific Methods

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    552 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    U

    University of Manchester

    Industrial Biotechnology

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Sustainable Technologies, Process Engineering, Molecular Biology, Chemical Engineering, Sustainable Engineering, Life Sciences, Biochemistry, Pharmaceuticals, Biomedical Engineering, Materials science, Scalability

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.6K reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    I

    IESE Business School

    Think like a CFO

    Skills you'll gain: Financial Statements, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Market, Income Statement, Corporate Finance, Accounting, Financial Management, Cash Flows, Balance Sheet, Financial Acumen, Financial Modeling, Accrual Accounting, Financial Accounting, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Management Accounting, Capital Budgeting, Finance, Equities, Business Valuation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    6.4K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Precalculus through Data and Modelling

    Skills you'll gain: Data Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing, Trigonometry, R (Software), Analytical Skills, General Mathematics, Statistics, Algebra, Systems Of Measurement, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Calculus, Geometry

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    320 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    U

    University of Michigan

    Anatomy

    Skills you'll gain: Human Musculoskeletal System, Anatomy, Endocrinology, Pulmonology, Cardiology, Respiration, Gynecology, Hematology, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Orthopedics, Neurology, Urology, Nephrology, Kinesiology, Physiology, Medical Imaging, Sports Medicine, Biology, Medical Terminology, Cell Biology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    4K reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    I

    IBM

    IBM Introduction to Machine Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Feature Engineering, Classification Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Data Preprocessing, Data Access, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Inference, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Methods, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    3.3K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Northwestern University

    Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control

    Skills you'll gain: Robotics, Machine Controls, Control Systems, Automation Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Software, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Calculations, Engineering, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Vibrations, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Automation, Virtual Environment, Torque (Physics), Graph Theory, Matlab

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    1.2K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Algorithms for Battery Management Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Safety, Electrical Systems, High Voltage, Simulations, Electronic Components, Safety Standards, Estimation, Control Systems, Basic Electrical Systems, Thermal Management, Mathematical Modeling, Power Electronics, Electrical Power, Failure Analysis, Probability, Electrical Engineering, Energy and Utilities, Model Evaluation, Simulation and Simulation Software, Machine Learning Methods

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    2.6K reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    A

    Arizona State University

    Teach English Now! Foundational Principles

    Skills you'll gain: Digital pedagogy, Train The Trainer, Critical Thinking

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    16K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
    Free Trial
    U

    University of Washington

    Machine Learning: Classification

    Skills you'll gain: Classification Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Logistic Regression, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Decision Tree Learning, Data Preprocessing, Model Evaluation, Text Mining, Machine Learning Algorithms, Scalability, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Big Data, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    3.7K reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Compare Stock Returns with Google Sheets: Coursera
  • Linear Regression: Illinois Tech
  • Introduction to Chemistry: Structures and Solutions: Duke University
  • Industrial Biotechnology: University of Manchester
  • Think like a CFO: IESE Business School
  • Precalculus through Data and Modelling: Johns Hopkins University
  • Anatomy: University of Michigan
  • IBM Introduction to Machine Learning: IBM
  • Modern Robotics: Mechanics, Planning, and Control: Northwestern University
  • Algorithms for Battery Management Systems: University of Colorado Boulder

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