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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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    University of Michigan

    Advanced Styling with Responsive Design

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Design, Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Bootstrap (Front-End Framework), Wireframing, User Interface (UI) Design, Browser Compatibility, Usability, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Mobile Development, Javascript

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Kennesaw State University

    Writing Professional Email and Memos (Project-Centered Course)

    Skills you'll gain: Peer Review, Grammar, Business Writing, Business Correspondence, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Concision, Taking Meeting Minutes, Professionalism, Business Communication, Target Audience, Constructive Feedback

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    455 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Amazon Web Services

    Getting Started with Data Analytics on AWS

    Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Analytics, Analytics, Dashboard, Data Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Amazon Web Services, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Cloud Security, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    913 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Stanford University

    Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Markov Model, Machine Learning, Statistical Modeling, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Algorithms, Model Evaluation

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    304 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials

    Skills you'll gain: Probability, Linear Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Computational Logic, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Computer Science, Algebra, Physics

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    60 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Lund University

    AI & Law

    Skills you'll gain: Legal Technology, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Legal Risk, Labor Law, Intellectual Property, Governance, Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Public Administration

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    784 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Create Your First Python Program From UST

    Skills you'll gain: Bash (Scripting Language), Python Programming, Unix Shell, Command-Line Interface, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Development Environment, Data Structures

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    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    DeepLearning.AI

    Generative AI for Software Development

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Large Language Modeling, Database Design, LLM Application, Software Documentation, Software Design Patterns, Collaborative Software, Software Testing, OpenAI API, Application Design, Generative AI, Database Management, AI Enablement, Code Review, Software Architecture, System Design and Implementation, Dependency Analysis, Software Engineering, Software Development, Machine Learning

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    762 reviews

    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Differential Equations for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Vibrations, Electrical Engineering, Derivatives

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    Supervised Machine Learning: Regression

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Modeling, Logistic Regression, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Model Evaluation, Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Statistical Analysis, Classification Algorithms

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

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    ISAE-SUPAERO

    Flight mechanics - The basis

    Skills you'll gain: Mechanics, Simulations, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Engineering Analysis, Systems Of Measurement

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    492 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    UiPath

    Robotic Process Automation (RPA)

    Skills you'll gain: Robotic Process Automation, Data Manipulation, Email Automation, Web Scraping, User Interface (UI), Business Process Automation, Automation, UI Components, Test Automation, Context Management, Excel Macros, Data Cleansing, Network Protocols, Data Import/Export, Software Development Tools, Data Management, Unstructured Data, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Application Deployment, Programming Principles

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    521 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Advanced Styling with Responsive Design: University of Michigan
  • Writing Professional Email and Memos (Project-Centered Course): Kennesaw State University
  • Getting Started with Data Analytics on AWS: Amazon Web Services
  • Probabilistic Graphical Models 3: Learning: Stanford University
  • Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials: Packt
  • AI & Law : Lund University
  • Create Your First Python Program From UST: Coursera
  • Generative AI for Software Development: DeepLearning.AI
  • Differential Equations for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Supervised Machine Learning: Regression: IBM

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