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    • U

      University of Pennsylvania

      Feeding the World

      Skills you'll gain: Food and Beverage, Environmental Science, Food Safety and Sanitation, Nutrition and Diet, Manufacturing and Production, Production Process, Environment, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Trend Analysis, Infectious Diseases, Public Health, Economics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      252 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      LearnQuest

      AI for Scientific Research

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Bioinformatics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Random Forest Algorithm, Pandas (Python Package), Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Data Manipulation, Data Processing, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Keras (Neural Network Library), Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Transformation, NumPy, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Tensorflow, Deep Learning, Predictive Modeling, Artificial Neural Networks

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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      74 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • T

      Tufts University

      Hypothesis Testing with Python and Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Statistical Inference, Microsoft Excel, Quantitative Research, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Analytical Skills, Business Analytics, Python Programming

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      23 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Imperial College London

      Validity and Bias in Epidemiology

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Epidemiology, Data Collection, Biostatistics, Research Methodologies, Research, Public Health, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      243 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Digital Twins

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Operations, Production Planning, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Business Modeling, Technology Roadmaps, Business Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Internet Of Things, Simulation and Simulation Software, Emerging Technologies, Real Time Data, Trend Analysis, Risk Analysis, Systems Integration

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      92 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      AI skills
      U

      University of Pennsylvania

      AI and Machine Learning Essentials with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Machine Learning, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Probability, Probability & Statistics, Sampling (Statistics), Deep Learning, Probability Distribution, Python Programming, Supervised Learning, Statistics, Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Data Processing, Agentic systems, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Artificial Neural Networks, Algorithms, Computer Vision, Theoretical Computer Science

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Tidyverse Skills for Data Science in R

      Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Ggplot2, Data Wrangling, Statistical Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), R Programming, Data Import/Export, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Web Scraping, Data Integration, Data Cleansing, Data Transformation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      104 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Colorado Boulder

      Statistical Learning for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Data Science, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Supervised Learning, R Programming, Artificial Neural Networks, Dimensionality Reduction, Unsupervised Learning, Probability & Statistics, Advanced Analytics, Machine Learning Algorithms, Decision Tree Learning, Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML)

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      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of California, Davis

      Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Data Storytelling, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Heat Maps, Data Visualization Software, Network Analysis, Data Manipulation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      R

      Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

      Supply Market Analysis

      Skills you'll gain: Market Analysis, Supply Management, Supplier Management, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Sourcing, Financial Analysis, Procurement, Market Dynamics, Supply Chain Management, Risk Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, Trend Analysis, Business Strategy

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      150 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Creating a Free Business Page with Blogger

      Skills you'll gain: Blogs, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Promotional Strategies, Customer Engagement, Social Media, Content Marketing, Content Creation, Content Management Systems, Business Writing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      213 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Analíticas y Métricas de Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Performance Analysis, Digital Marketing, Business Metrics, Target Audience, Analytics, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Competitive Analysis, User Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      179 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Feeding the World: University of Pennsylvania
    • AI for Scientific Research: LearnQuest
    • Hypothesis Testing with Python and Excel: Tufts University
    • Validity and Bias in Epidemiology: Imperial College London
    • Digital Twins: University of Michigan
    • AI and Machine Learning Essentials with Python: University of Pennsylvania
    • Tidyverse Skills for Data Science in R: Johns Hopkins University
    • Statistical Learning for Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Geospatial Analysis with ArcGIS : University of California, Davis
    • Supply Market Analysis: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Why Learn Statistics?

    Statistics is the science of collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data to uncover patterns and inform decisions. It’s essential in fields like business, healthcare, social science, and data analytics. Learning statistics can help you make sense of data, support evidence-based thinking, and contribute to smarter outcomes in any field.

    Frequently Asked Questions about Statistics

    Top statistics courses include Introduction to Statistics from Stanford University, Business Statistics and Analysis from Rice University, and Statistics with Python from the University of Michigan. These courses cover descriptive statistics, probability, hypothesis testing, and statistical modeling.‎

    Yes. Many statistics courses offer a free audit option, allowing you to access video lessons and reading materials without payment. If you want to complete assignments or earn a certificate, you’ll need to pay or apply for financial aid.‎

    You’ll learn how to collect, interpret, and present data; calculate key metrics like mean and standard deviation; and apply statistical techniques such as regression analysis, probability distributions, and confidence intervals. Some courses also include hands-on practice with Excel, R, or Python.‎

    Not necessarily. Many Coursera statistics courses are designed for beginners and explain core concepts step by step. Some basic comfort with numbers is helpful, but you don’t need advanced math experience to get started.‎

    Yes. Statistics is essential in fields like business, healthcare, data science, psychology, and research. Learning statistics on Coursera can help you analyze data, make informed decisions, and gain skills that are valuable in both academic and professional settings.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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