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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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    Johns Hopkins University

    Understanding Cancer Metastasis

    Skills you'll gain: Immunology, Oncology, Cell Biology, Biology, Pathology, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Research

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Digital Marketing Analytics in Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Marketing Analytics, Case Studies, Web Analytics, Analytics, Business Analytics, Trend Analysis, Digital Marketing, Data Analysis, Marketing Planning, Marketing, Online Advertising, MarTech, Consumer Behaviour, Data Collection, Fraud detection, Information Privacy

    Build toward a degree

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    University of Michigan

    Moneyball and Beyond

    Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Python Programming, Data Manipulation

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    LearnKartS

    Advanced Website Design with Simvoly, Tilda, Jimdo & Zoho

    Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics and SEO, Web Design, Web Design and Development, Content Management Systems, E-Commerce, Blogs, Web Content, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Content Management, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Payment Systems

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Managing Data Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Reporting, Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Data Management, Data Strategy, Team Management, Workflow Management, Analytical Skills, Team Leadership, Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Communication

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    The Structured Query Language (SQL)

    Skills you'll gain: SQL, Database Systems, Database Theory, Database Management, Query Languages, Database Design, Relational Databases, Database Administration, Database Application, Data Access, Data Science, Data Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Data Integrity

    Build toward a degree

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    L&T EduTech

    Power System: Generation, Transmission and Protection

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Power, Electric Power Systems, Electrical Systems, Control Systems, Electrical Substation, Electrical Equipment, Energy and Utilities, Electrical Safety, Plant Operations and Management, High Voltage, Applied Mathematics, Power Electronics, Automation Engineering, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Engineering, Low Voltage, Process Control, Mathematical Modeling, Matlab, Three-Phase

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    University of California, Davis

    Research Proposal: Initiating Research

    Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Proposal Writing, Research Methodologies, Market Analysis, Business Research, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Business Writing, Sampling (Statistics), Survey Creation, Qualitative Research, Request for Proposal, Client Services, Professional Networking

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Linear Circuits 1: DC Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Basic Electrical Systems, Electronic Components, Electrical Systems, Electronic Systems, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Analysis, Electronics, Engineering Calculations, Physics, Schematic Diagrams

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    University of Amsterdam

    Introduction to Communication Science

    Skills you'll gain: Culture, Interpersonal Communications, Media and Communications, Research, Persuasive Communication, Qualitative Research

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    Emory University

    Biohacking Your Brain's Health

    Skills you'll gain: Mental Concentration, Nutrition and Diet, Anatomy, Mental Health, Lifelong Learning, Stress Management, Preventative Care, Neurology, Exercise Science, Mindfulness, Behavioral Health, Psychology, Cognitive flexibility, Biology, Physiology

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    McMaster University

    Hacking Exercise For Health. The surprising new science of fitness.

    Skills you'll gain: Exercise Science, Kinesiology, Productivity, Cardiology, Stress Management, Time Management, Adaptability, Human Musculoskeletal System, Nutrition and Diet, Physiology, Mental Health, Goal Setting

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

  • Understanding Cancer Metastasis: Johns Hopkins University
  • Digital Marketing Analytics in Practice: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Moneyball and Beyond: University of Michigan
  • Advanced Website Design with Simvoly, Tilda, Jimdo & Zoho: LearnKartS
  • Managing Data Analysis: Johns Hopkins University
  • The Structured Query Language (SQL): University of Colorado Boulder
  • Power System: Generation, Transmission and Protection: L&T EduTech
  • Research Proposal: Initiating Research: University of California, Davis
  • Linear Circuits 1: DC Analysis: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Introduction to Communication Science: University of Amsterdam

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