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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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    University of Pennsylvania

    A Crash Course in Causality: Inferring Causal Effects from Observational Data

    Skills you'll gain: R Programming, R (Software), Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Inference, Data Analysis, Quantitative Research, Regression Analysis, Research Design, Graph Theory

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Rutgers the State University of New Jersey

    Supply Chain Operations

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Production Process, Six Sigma Methodology, Operational Efficiency, Quality Improvement, Supply Chain, Kanban Principles, Inventory Control, Inventory Management System, Logistics

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    The University of Tokyo

    Welcome to Game Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Game Theory, Social Sciences, Negotiation, Behavioral Economics, Economics, Strategic Decision-Making, Decision Making, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Probability

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Alberta

    Paleontology: Theropod Dinosaurs and the Origin of Birds

    Skills you'll gain: Biology, Life Sciences, Taxonomy, Timelines, Research

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Microsoft

    Microsoft Python Development

    Skills you'll gain: Web Scraping, Data Structures, Git (Version Control System), Generative AI, Version Control, Matplotlib, Devops Tools, Plotly, DevOps, Agile Methodology, Web Development, Data Ethics, Flask (Web Framework), Data Visualization, Scripting, GitHub, Debugging, Data Analysis, Automation, Cloud Computing

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Council on Foreign Relations

    Global Affairs Explained: Managing the International System

    Skills you'll gain: International Finance, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development, Negotiation

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Toronto

    State Estimation and Localization for Self-Driving Cars

    Skills you'll gain: Global Positioning Systems, Estimation, Robotics, Deep Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Computer Vision, Control Systems, Mathematical Modeling, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra

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    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Intermediate Backend Development with FastAPI

    Skills you'll gain: Authentications, OAuth, Back-End Web Development, Event-Driven Programming, Database Management, Databases, Authorization (Computing), Redis, Secure Coding, Application Programming Interface (API), Restful API, Email Automation, Data Migration

    Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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    Michigan State University

    Getting Started With Music Theory

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Classical Music

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Packt

    How to Use ChatGPT and Generative AI to Help Create Content

    Skills you'll gain: OpenAI API

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Coursera

    Secure AI Systems Across Lifecycle Stages

    Skills you'll gain: AI Security, Threat Modeling, MITRE ATT&CK Framework, Application Security, Security Engineering, Security Controls, Responsible AI, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Cybersecurity, Model Deployment, Data Security, Threat Detection, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Vulnerability Assessments, Application Lifecycle Management

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    Packt

    APIs, Projects & Deployment

    Skills you'll gain: Restful API, API Design, GitHub, Git (Version Control System), Postman API Platform, Application Programming Interface (API), Application Deployment, Node.JS, API Testing, Web Development, Server Side, Full-Stack Web Development, Back-End Web Development, Web Applications, Front-End Web Development

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

  • A Crash Course in Causality: Inferring Causal Effects from Observational Data: University of Pennsylvania
  • Supply Chain Operations: Rutgers the State University of New Jersey
  • Welcome to Game Theory: The University of Tokyo
  • Paleontology: Theropod Dinosaurs and the Origin of Birds: University of Alberta
  • Microsoft Python Development: Microsoft
  • Global Affairs Explained: Managing the International System: Council on Foreign Relations
  • State Estimation and Localization for Self-Driving Cars: University of Toronto
  • Intermediate Backend Development with FastAPI: Packt
  • Getting Started With Music Theory: Michigan State University
  • How to Use ChatGPT and Generative AI to Help Create Content: Packt

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