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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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    Packt

    Google Cloud Platform Administration

    Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Management, Cloud Infrastructure, Application Deployment, Kubernetes, Cloud Computing, Cloud Platforms, Public Cloud, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Network Administration, Cloud Storage, Devops Tools, Virtual Machines, System Monitoring, Containerization, Application Performance Management, Virtual Networking, Firewall

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Macquarie University

    Storytelling and influencing: Communicate with impact

    Skills you'll gain: Persuasive Communication, Storytelling, Influencing, Communication, Leadership, Verbal Communication Skills, Stakeholder Communications, Public Speaking, Communication Strategies, Interpersonal Communications, Meeting Facilitation, Executive Presence, Strategic Communication, Discussion Facilitation, Team Leadership, Active Listening

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rice University

    Finance for Non-Finance Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Capital Budgeting, Cash Flows, Finance, Financial Analysis, Business Valuation, Return On Investment, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Case Studies, Investment Management, Risk Analysis, Financial Accounting, Capital Markets

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    Packt

    Mastering spaCy

    Skills you'll gain: Large Language Modeling, Model Deployment, Natural Language Processing, Application Deployment, Transfer Learning, Embeddings, Workflow Management, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Python Programming, Data Processing, Application Programming Interface (API), Model Evaluation, Automation, Software Installation

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Data Management for Clinical Research

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Electronic Data Capture (EDC), Data Management, Data Collection, Case Report Forms, Data Sharing, Health Informatics, Data Strategy, Data Quality, Good Clinical Practices (GCP), Sampling (Statistics), Data Integrity, Data Validation, Regulatory Compliance

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

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    Microsoft

    Introduction to Microsoft Azure Cloud Services

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Azure, Cloud Services, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Virtual Machines, Cloud Storage, Cloud Infrastructure, Public Cloud, Virtual Networking, Scalability

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    Master Keying Techniques in After Effects

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

    Electrones en Acción: Electrónica y Arduinos para tus propios Inventos

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electronics, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Components, Control Systems, Hardware Design, Embedded Systems, Programming Principles, Computer Programming

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Buyer Journeys and Classify Content

    Skills you'll gain: Content Marketing, Content Strategy, Content Management, Customer Analysis, Marketing Operations, Marketing Strategies, Gap Analysis, Strategic Marketing, Content Development and Management, Customer experience strategy (CX), Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Materials, Content Creation, Sales Process

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Logical Operations

    Web Dev: Optimization, Server Processing, and JavaScript

    Skills you'll gain: Responsive Web Design, HTML and CSS, Web Development, Javascript, Web Design, JavaScript Frameworks, Web Development Tools, Web Servers, Web Design and Development, Browser Compatibility, Web Content, Web Analytics and SEO, Server Side, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), Web Applications, Web Frameworks, Front-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Software Development

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Payroll: Withholdings, Entry & Verification

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll Systems, Payroll, Payroll Tax, Payroll Processing, Verification And Validation, Tax Compliance, Data Entry, Data Validation, Regulatory Compliance, Record Keeping, Quality Control

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Edinburgh

    EDIVET: Do you have what it takes to be a veterinarian?

    Skills you'll gain: Anatomy, Vital Signs, Cardiology, Basic Patient Care, Physiology, Patient Observation, Biology, Clinical Assessment, Patient Communication

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    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Google Cloud Platform Administration: Packt
  • Storytelling and influencing: Communicate with impact: Macquarie University
  • Finance for Non-Finance Professionals: Rice University
  • Mastering spaCy: Packt
  • Data Management for Clinical Research: Vanderbilt University
  • Introduction to Microsoft Azure Cloud Services: Microsoft
  • Master Keying Techniques in After Effects: EDUCBA
  • Electrones en Acción: Electrónica y Arduinos para tus propios Inventos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
  • Buyer Journeys and Classify Content: Coursera
  • Web Dev: Optimization, Server Processing, and JavaScript: Logical Operations

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