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    Find the Best Statistics Course for Your Goals

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Ethical Issues in Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Healthcare Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Security, Data Science, Medical Privacy, Machine Learning Algorithms, Algorithms, Information Privacy, Artificial Intelligence, Diversity Awareness, Cybersecurity, Emerging Technologies

      Build toward a degree

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      42 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      C

      Coursera Project Network

      Data Visualization using Plotly

      Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization

      3.9
      Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • U

      Universiteit Leiden

      Population Health: Predictive Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Analytics, Predictive Modeling, Risk Modeling, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Sample Size Determination, Statistical Inference, Regression Analysis, Statistical Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Sampling (Statistics), Data Manipulation, Data Validation

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      24 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Machine Learning - Anomaly Detection via PyCaret

      Skills you'll gain: Anomaly Detection, Jupyter, Exploratory Data Analysis, Application Deployment, Unsupervised Learning, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Interactive Data Visualization, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Machine Learning Algorithms

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • J

      Johns Hopkins University

      Управление анализом данных

      Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Literacy, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Data Management, Analytical Skills, Management Reporting, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      46 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Data Visualization and Transformation with R

      Skills you'll gain: Version Control, Ggplot2, R Programming, GitHub, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Statistical Methods, Git (Version Control System), Tidyverse (R Package), Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Science, Data Transformation, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Programming, Statistical Analysis, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • N

      Northeastern University

      An Overview of the U.S. Healthcare System

      Skills you'll gain: Health Systems, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Health Care Administration, Health Care, Primary Care, Health Policy, Health Equity, Consumer Behaviour, Health Technology, Cultural Diversity, Telehealth, Economics, Trend Analysis

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • E

      Edureka

      Introduction to PySpark

      Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Apache Spark, Distributed Computing, Big Data, Apache Hadoop, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Python Programming

      3.7
      Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • S

      Starweaver

      Foundations of Hotel Budgeting and Forecasting

      Skills you'll gain: Advanced Analytics, Budget Management, Hospitality Management, Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Hospitality, Variance Analysis, Forecasting, Operating Budget, Corporate Sustainability, Revenue Management, Demand Planning, Revenue Forecasting, Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Performance Analysis, Trend Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Performance Metric, Strategic Decision-Making

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • C

      Coursera Project Network

      Data Analysis with OpenAI API: Save time with GenAI

      Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Generative AI, Exploratory Data Analysis, OpenAI, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Product Knowledge, Sales Strategy, Application Programming Interface (API), E-Commerce, Data Manipulation, Python Programming

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      MathWorks

      Data Science Project: MATLAB for the Real World

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Reporting, Data Science, Machine Learning, Data Analysis, Matlab, Data Processing, Technical Communication, Predictive Modeling, Data Manipulation, Data Cleansing, Data Import/Export

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      25 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      O.P. Jindal Global University

      Digital Marketing Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Digital Marketing, Web Analytics, Digital Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Online Advertising, Google Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Web Analytics and SEO, Google Ads, Marketing Channel, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategies, Keyword Research, Marketing Planning, Paid media, Marketing Analytics, Social Media, Advertising, Blogs, Emerging Technologies

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Ethical Issues in Data Science: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Data Visualization using Plotly: Coursera Project Network
    • Population Health: Predictive Analytics: Universiteit Leiden
    • Machine Learning - Anomaly Detection via PyCaret: Coursera Project Network
    • Управление анализом данных: Johns Hopkins University
    • Data Visualization and Transformation with R: Duke University
    • An Overview of the U.S. Healthcare System: Northeastern University
    • Introduction to PySpark: Edureka
    • Foundations of Hotel Budgeting and Forecasting: Starweaver
    • Data Analysis with OpenAI API: Save time with GenAI: Coursera Project Network

    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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