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    Find the Best Statistics Course for Your Goals

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Trees and Graphs: Basics

      Skills you'll gain: Graph Theory, Data Structures, Algorithms, Tree Maps, Analysis, Computational Thinking, Network Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      158 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Codio

      Data Science and Analysis Tools - from Jupyter to R Markdown

      Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Plot (Graphics), Box Plots, Descriptive Statistics, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Jupyter, Matplotlib, Data Presentation, Ggplot2, Statistical Visualization, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Correlation Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Tidyverse (R Package), Data Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Data Visualization

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      22 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera

      Setting a Generative AI Strategy

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Strategic Thinking, Business Strategy, Growth Strategies, Organizational Strategy, Customer experience strategy (CX), Technology Strategies, Business Modeling, Thought Leadership, Value Propositions, Productivity Software, Artificial Intelligence, Operational Efficiency, Trend Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      61 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Mathematics, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Linear Algebra, Probability, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Science, Algebra, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Physics, Mechanics, Emerging Technologies

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Unsupervised Algorithms in Machine Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Data Science, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Python Programming, NumPy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Linear Algebra, Statistical Analysis

      Build toward a degree

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Irvine

      Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence

      Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Decision Support Systems, Data Warehousing, Data Mining, Database Design, Business Intelligence, Dashboard, Star Schema, Relational Databases, Database Management, Snowflake Schema, Data Visualization Software, Business Reporting, Database Management Systems, SAS (Software), Data Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, SQL, Data Mart, Data Storytelling

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      226 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      CertNexus

      CertNexus Certified Data Science Practitioner

      Skills you'll gain: Extract, Transform, Load, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Data Visualization, Unsupervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning, Analytical Skills, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Stakeholder Engagement, Project Scoping, Data Presentation, Business Priorities, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Stakeholder Management, Business Analytics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      70 reviews

      Intermediate · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Build your first Machine Learning Pipeline using Dataiku

      Skills you'll gain: Data Import/Export, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Applied Machine Learning, Data Pipelines, Data Manipulation, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      58 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Emory University

      Introduction to Social Media Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Analytics, Text Mining, Consumer Behaviour, Data Mining, Customer Insights, Market Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Trend Analysis, Research

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      108 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Evaluating Large-Scale Health Programs

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Program Evaluation, Survey Creation, Health Policy, Sampling (Statistics), Health Systems, Health Assessment, Systems Thinking, Health Equity, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Training Programs, Data Analysis, Maternal Health, Data Management, Statistical Analysis, Analysis, Nutrition and Diet, Public Health, Research Design

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      65 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Illinois Tech

      Introduction to Data Science Techniques

      Skills you'll gain: Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Presentation, Statistical Methods, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Reporting, Statistical Modeling, Data Cleansing, Forecasting, Applied Machine Learning, Analytics, Regression Analysis, R Programming, Machine Learning, Statistical Software, Data Science

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      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Macquarie University

      Judgmental Business Forecasting in Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Forecasting, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Business Metrics, Strategic Thinking, Business Economics, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Exploratory Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Decision Making, Statistical Methods, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Probability & Statistics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      59 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Trees and Graphs: Basics: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Science and Analysis Tools - from Jupyter to R Markdown: Codio
    • Setting a Generative AI Strategy: Coursera
    • Mathematical Foundations and Quantum Mechanics Essentials: Packt
    • Unsupervised Algorithms in Machine Learning: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Database Design and Operational Business Intelligence: University of California, Irvine
    • CertNexus Certified Data Science Practitioner: CertNexus
    • Build your first Machine Learning Pipeline using Dataiku : Coursera Project Network
    • Introduction to Social Media Analytics: Emory University
    • Evaluating Large-Scale Health Programs: Johns Hopkins University

    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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