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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

    Card Sorting: Organize Content with Card Sort Techniques

    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, User Experience, Content Management, Usability, UI/UX Research, Usability Testing, Design Research, User Centered Design, User Research, Statistical Analysis, Content Strategy, Goal Setting, Sample Size Determination

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society

    Skills you'll gain: Substance Abuse, Mental Health, Neurology, Mathematical Modeling, Patient Safety, Physiology, Cardiology, Accident Prevention, Public Health, Pharmacology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Biology

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    820 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Stylized Environments with Blender 4 Geometry Nodes

    Skills you'll gain: 3D Modeling, Storytelling, Animation and Game Design, Virtual Environment, Computer Graphics, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Graphical Tools, Post-Production

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Logical Operations

    Adobe Illustrator CC: Part 2

    Skills you'll gain: Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Cloud, Graphic and Visual Design, Graphic Design, Creative Design, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Graphical Tools, Color Theory, Typography, Document Management, Design Strategies, User Interface (UI), Productivity Software

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Design, Typography, Storytelling, Layout Design, User Experience Design, Digital Design, Image Quality, Graphic and Visual Design, Adobe InDesign, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design Research, Information Architecture, Adobe Photoshop, Web Design and Development, File Management

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    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Packt

    Developing an Experimenter's Mindset for Business

    Skills you'll gain: Innovation, User Feedback, Growth Mindedness, Resilience, Adaptability, Open Mindset, Entrepreneurship, Creative Problem-Solving, Strategic Thinking, Lifelong Learning, Market Research, Sustainable Business, Continuous Improvement Process, Business, Data-Driven Decision-Making

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Caltech

    Pricing Options with Mathematical Models

    Skills you'll gain: Derivatives, Financial Market, Securities (Finance), Finance, Risk Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Financial Modeling, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Probability, Advanced Mathematics, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Calculus

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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    38 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science

    Skills you'll gain: Logical Reasoning, Computational Logic, Deductive Reasoning, Computational Thinking, Theoretical Computer Science, Combinatorics, Algorithms, Python Programming, Computer Science, Program Development

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    Beginner · 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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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    ChatGPT and AI for Accountants

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Fraud detection, Accounting Software, ChatGPT, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Management Accounting, Tax Compliance, Tax Management, Accounting, Real Time Data, Auditing, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Artificial Intelligence, Practice Management, Financial Forecasting, Anomaly Detection, Predictive Analytics, Generative AI

    Beginner · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Geneva

    Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Geographic Information Systems, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Spatial Analysis, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Hydrology, Economics, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies

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

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    Packt

    Cyber Security for Absolute Beginners – Part 1

    Skills you'll gain: Malware Protection, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Network Security, Cyber Security Policies, Brute-force attacks, Distributed Denial-Of-Service (DDoS) Attacks, Security Controls, Security Awareness, Firewall, Multi-Factor Authentication, Encryption

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Card Sorting: Organize Content with Card Sort Techniques: Packt
  • Sleep: Neurobiology, Medicine, and Society: University of Michigan
  • Stylized Environments with Blender 4 Geometry Nodes: Packt
  • Adobe Illustrator CC: Part 2: Logical Operations
  • Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Developing an Experimenter's Mindset for Business: Packt
  • Pricing Options with Mathematical Models: Caltech
  • Mathematical Thinking in Computer Science: University of California San Diego
  • Managing Data Analysis: Johns Hopkins University
  • ChatGPT and AI for Accountants: Packt

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