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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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    Institute for the Future

    Futures Thinking

    Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Visionary, Innovation, Proactivity, Strategic Thinking, Strategic Planning, Cognitive flexibility, Creative Thinking, Action Oriented, Simulations, Optimism, Planning, Community Organizing, Creativity, Social Impact, Systems Thinking, Virtual Reality, Responsible AI, Trend Analysis, Brainstorming

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Differential Equations for Engineers

    Skills you'll gain: Differential Equations, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Calculus, Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Vibrations, Electrical Engineering, Derivatives

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Packt

    Your Ultimate Guide To AKS Infrastructure And Network

    Skills you'll gain: Virtual Networking, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Data Persistence, Cloud Management, Application Lifecycle Management, Proxy Servers, Capacity Management, Application Performance Management, CI/CD, Key Management, Network Security, API Gateway, Network Routing, YAML, Application Deployment, Disaster Recovery, Scalability, Large Language Modeling

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University at Buffalo

    Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors

    Skills you'll gain: Electrical Systems, Building Codes, Electrical Wiring, Construction Inspection, HVAC, Building Design, Basic Electrical Systems, Electrical Power, Engineering Calculations, Architectural Design, System Requirements, Electrical Safety, Mechanical Design, Energy and Utilities, Architectural Engineering, Land Development, Semiconductors, Cost Benefit Analysis, Design Reviews, Submittals (Construction)

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

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    University of California, Irvine

    Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making

    Skills you'll gain: Performance Metric, Open Mindset, Team Management, Organizational Strategy, Collaboration

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

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    LearnQuest

    Core Java

    Skills you'll gain: Java Programming, Java, File I/O, Eclipse (Software), Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Software Design, Computer Programming, Application Frameworks, Programming Principles, Virtual Machines, Web Development, Debugging, Data Persistence, Package and Software Management, Data Structures

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    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Michigan

    UX Research at Scale: Surveys, Analytics, Online Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, User Research, Survey Creation, Sampling (Statistics), A/B Testing, Web Analytics, Qualitative Research, Usability Testing, Research Methodologies, Web Analytics and SEO, Data Collection, Research Design, Sample Size Determination, Analytics, Data Analysis

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    Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    How Science Turns Data Into Knowledge

    Skills you'll gain: Data Literacy, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Scientific Methods, Data Analysis, Experimentation, Research Design, Research, Peer Review, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Media and Communications

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

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    Packt

    Complete Web Development: HTML, CSS, JS & PHP Projects

    Skills you'll gain: Cascading Style Sheets (CSS), Debugging, Search Engine Optimization, PHP (Scripting Language), jQuery, Hypertext Markup Language (HTML), MySQL, WordPress, Web Applications, Application Programming Interface (API), Web Development, Content Management Systems, Restful API, Javascript, Application Deployment, Cloud Hosting, Program Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Servers, Development Environment

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Business Strategies for A Better World

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Demography, Sustainable Business, Return On Investment, Market Trend, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Corporate Sustainability, Project Scoping, Trend Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategies, Strategic Leadership, Sustainable Development, Feasibility Studies, International Relations, Business Ethics, Case Studies, Socioeconomics, Governance, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

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    Berklee

    Guitar for Beginners

    Skills you'll gain: Music Theory, Music, Musical Composition, Instrumental Music, Music Performance

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

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    Imperial College London

    Probabilistic Deep Learning with TensorFlow 2

    Skills you'll gain: Tensorflow, Autoencoders, Generative Model Architectures, Deep Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Image Analysis, Bayesian Statistics, Probability Distribution, Unsupervised Learning, Sampling (Statistics)

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

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

  • Futures Thinking: Institute for the Future
  • Differential Equations for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
  • Your Ultimate Guide To AKS Infrastructure And Network: Packt
  • Solar Energy for Engineers, Architects and Code Inspectors: University at Buffalo
  • Effective Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: University of California, Irvine
  • Core Java: LearnQuest
  • UX Research at Scale: Surveys, Analytics, Online Testing: University of Michigan
  • How Science Turns Data Into Knowledge: University of Michigan
  • Complete Web Development: HTML, CSS, JS & PHP Projects: Packt
  • Business Strategies for A Better World: University of Pennsylvania

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