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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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    SkillUp

    Data Collection and Root Cause Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Root Cause Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Data Collection, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Process Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Statistical Inference, Analytical Skills, Pareto Chart, Performance Measurement

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    10 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Pain Management, Medical Prescription, Patient Education And Counseling, Pharmacology, Pharmacy, Pharmaceuticals, Chronic Diseases, Epidemiology, Medication Therapy Management, Mental and Behavioral Health, Health Policy, Engineering Design Process, Community Health, Public Health, Trend Analysis

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    51 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Data Visualization and Transformation with R

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Visualization, Version Control, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Wrangling, R Programming, GitHub, Data Transformation, Statistical Analysis, Git (Version Control System), Data Manipulation, Statistical Programming

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    21 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    Foundations of Computer Hardware and Storage

    Skills you'll gain: Peripheral Devices, USB, Operating Systems, Computer Hardware, Data Storage Technologies, Hardware Troubleshooting, Electrical Safety, Technical Communication, Linux, File Systems, Microsoft Windows, Information Privacy

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    L&T EduTech

    Metro Rail Systems and Construction

    Skills you'll gain: Construction Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Building Codes, Electrical Systems, Transportation Operations, Building Information Modeling, Construction Management, Construction Inspection, Structural Engineering, Construction, Engineering Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Architectural Design, Engineering Practices, Quality Assurance, Laboratory Testing, Planning, Engineering Design Process, Emerging Technologies

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    26 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    CRISC: Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control

    Skills you'll gain: Cyber Security Assessment, Compliance Management, Internal Controls, Threat Detection, Governance, Continuous Monitoring, Data Management, Disaster Recovery, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Regulatory Requirements, Business Analysis, Organizational Structure, Accountability, Stakeholder Communications

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    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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    47 reviews

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Coursera

    Design a pitch deck with Canva

    Skills you'll gain: Canva (Software), Timelines, Marketing Materials, Product Demonstration, Presentations, Marketing Design, Value Propositions, Sales Presentation, Sales Presentations, Team Oriented, Graphic Design, Entrepreneurship

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    PwC India

    GST - Audit, assessment and litigation

    Skills you'll gain: Auditing, Tax Compliance, Tax, Compliance Auditing, Tax Laws, Business Risk Management, Standard Operating Procedure, Legal Risk, Risk Mitigation, Financial Regulation, Regulatory Compliance, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Litigation Support

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Data Visualization in Microsoft PowerPoint

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft PowerPoint, Presentations, Data Visualization, Sales Presentation, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Drive Engagement, Business Process

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    40 reviews

    Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    Packt

    Microsoft Access 2021 - Beginner to Advanced

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft 365, Data Integration, Report Writing, IT Automation

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    IBM

    Introduction to Systems Architecture  

    Skills you'll gain: Software Architecture, Systems Development Life Cycle, Systems Architecture, Systems Thinking, Software Design Patterns, Stakeholder Communications, Systems Analysis, Data Flow Diagrams (DFDs), Application Design

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    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Starweaver

    Credit Risk Analysis and Underwriting

    Skills you'll gain: Credit Risk, Lending and Underwriting, Underwriting, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Business Risk Management, Case Studies, Financial Analysis, Financial Statement Analysis, Corporate Finance, Financial Modeling, Stakeholder Communications, Cash Flows

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • Data Collection and Root Cause Analysis: SkillUp
  • Opioid Epidemic: From Evidence to Impact : Johns Hopkins University
  • Data Visualization and Transformation with R: Duke University
  • Foundations of Computer Hardware and Storage: Packt
  • Metro Rail Systems and Construction: L&T EduTech
  • CRISC: Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control: Packt
  • Design a pitch deck with Canva: Coursera
  • GST - Audit, assessment and litigation: PwC India
  • Data Visualization in Microsoft PowerPoint: Coursera
  • Microsoft Access 2021 - Beginner to Advanced: Packt

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