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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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    Packt

    Python for Finance: Investment Fundamentals & Data Analytics

    Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Risk Analysis, Portfolio Management, Financial Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Data Visualization, Investment Management, Investments, Simulations, Financial Market, Python Programming, Matplotlib, Pandas (Python Package), Jupyter, NumPy, Data Manipulation

    4.5
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

    Mécanique du point matériel

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Vibrations, Physics, Differential Equations, electromagnetics, Engineering Analysis, Calculus, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry, Mathematical Modeling

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modelling: Integration Applications

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Calculus, Geometry, Applied Mathematics, Mechanics, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Physics

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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, Regression Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Data Preprocessing

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Sungkyunkwan University

    Machine Learning Basics

    Skills you'll gain: Machine Learning, Python Programming, Supervised Learning, Model Evaluation, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Logistic Regression, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Classification Algorithms, Statistical Methods, Linear Algebra

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    91 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Imperial College London

    What Are Viruses And How Do We Work With Them?

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Infectious Diseases, Biotechnology, Medical Science and Research, Immunology, Cell Biology, Epidemiology, Laboratory Research, Biology

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    16 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Imperial College London

    Interventions and Calibration

    Skills you'll gain: Mathematical Modeling, Epidemiology, Infectious Diseases, Model Evaluation, Simulations, Statistical Modeling, Predictive Modeling, Data Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Public Health, Probability Distribution

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    56 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Packt

    Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Program Development, Programming Principles, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Science, Python Programming

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    31 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Lecturio

    Molecular and Cell Biology

    Skills you'll gain: Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Cell Biology, Pharmacology, Biology

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Peking University

    Oncology Nursing(肿瘤护理)

    Skills you'll gain: Patient Evaluation, Nursing Process, Perioperative Care, Basic Nursing Skills, Nursing Care, Nursing Management, Health Assessment, Nursing, Oncology, Clinical Nursing, Medical Surgical Nursing, Patient Education And Counseling, Diagnostic Tests, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Preventative Care, Radiation Therapy, Surgery, Pathology, Patient Treatment, Epidemiology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    30 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Microsoft

    Advanced Data Analysis with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Anomaly Detection, Predictive Modeling, Text Mining, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data Cleansing, Prompt Engineering, Natural Language Processing, Unstructured Data, Data Analysis, Data Preprocessing, Statistical Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Model Evaluation, Exploratory Data Analysis

    4.4
    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • Status: Free Trial
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    Packt

    TCP/IP, Routing, and Wireless Networking

    Skills you'll gain: Routing Protocols, TCP/IP, Network Switches, Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN), Network Protocols, Network Security, Network Routing, Network Troubleshooting, Computer Networking, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), Border Gateway Protocol, Firewall, Proxy Servers, Encryption, Authentications

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Python for Finance: Investment Fundamentals & Data Analytics: Packt
  • Mécanique du point matériel: École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
  • Calculus through Data & Modelling: Integration Applications: Johns Hopkins University
  • Population Health: Predictive Analytics: Universiteit Leiden
  • Machine Learning Basics: Sungkyunkwan University
  • What Are Viruses And How Do We Work With Them?: Imperial College London
  • Interventions and Calibration: Imperial College London
  • Foundations of Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis: Packt
  • Molecular and Cell Biology: Lecturio
  • Oncology Nursing(肿瘤护理): Peking University

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