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    Master medical statistics for healthcare research. Learn about statistical methods for analyzing medical data and interpreting clinical trials.

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    Explore the Medical Statistics Course Catalog

    • U

      University of Minnesota

      Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics

      Skills you'll gain: Health Informatics, Health Technology, Telehealth, Interoperability, Electronic Medical Record, Health Care, Health Information Management, Community Health, Health Systems, Public Health, Data Ethics, Nursing, Information Privacy, Medical Terminology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      313 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • P

      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Python para Ciencia de Datos

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics, Business Analytics, Database Management, Data Science, Relational Databases, Data Processing, Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Data Manipulation, Python Programming

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      Illinois Tech

      Statistical Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Science, Statistical Programming, Statistical Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Regression Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Advanced Analytics, Machine Learning, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Inference, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Unsupervised Learning, Feature Engineering

      Build toward a degree

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      É

      École normale supérieure

      Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Physics, Simulations, Statistical Programming, Computational Logic, Numerical Analysis, Markov Model, Mechanics, Quantitative Research, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Applied Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Integral Calculus

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      264 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Maryland, College Park

      Dealing With Missing Data

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Programming, Data Cleansing, Data Quality, Data Analysis Software, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, R Programming, Regression Analysis, Statistical Inference

      3.8
      Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
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      135 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      M

      Macquarie University

      Business intelligence and data analytics: Generate insights

      Skills you'll gain: SAS (Software), Business Analytics, Dashboard, Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Intelligence, Data Analysis, Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Histogram, Correlation Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Statistics, Predictive Modeling, Innovation, Sustainability Reporting

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      450 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: New
      New
      Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      I

      IBM

      IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking

      Skills you'll gain: Search Engine Marketing, Keyword Research, Google Ads, Digital Advertising, Web Analytics and SEO, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Target Audience, Digital Media Strategy, Advertising Campaigns, Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Optimization, Email Marketing, Content Marketing, Paid media, Advertising, Marketing Analytics, Web Analytics, Generative AI, Marketing Automation

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

    • M

      Michigan State University

      The Emergence of Oncofertility (Past, Present & Future)

      Skills you'll gain: Oncology, Pediatrics, Patient Safety, Obstetrics And Gynecology, Treatment Planning, Urology, Epidemiology, Healthcare Ethics, Patient Education And Counseling

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      D

      Duke University

      MLOps Platforms: Amazon SageMaker and Azure ML

      Skills you'll gain: AWS SageMaker, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Microsoft Azure, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Pipelines, Amazon Web Services, Feature Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Serverless Computing, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Containerization

      3.6
      Rating, 3.6 out of 5 stars
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      48 reviews

      Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Translational Science

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Health Disparities, Clinical Research, Health Equity, Public Health, Epidemiology, Health Policy, Health Care, Medical Science and Research, Policy Development, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Community Health, Health Systems, Research, Policy Analysis, Advocacy, Public Policies, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Scientific Methods, Pharmaceuticals

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
      U

      University of Michigan

      Green Skills for a Sustainable and Just Future

      Skills you'll gain: Social Justice, Geographic Information Systems, Organizational Change, Environmental Policy, Sustainability Reporting, Environmental Issue, Environmental Regulations, Geospatial Mapping, Culture Transformation, Spatial Data Analysis, Datamaps, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Strategic Leadership, Organizational Strategy, Corporate Sustainability, Spatial Analysis, Organizational Leadership, Systems Thinking, Health Equity, Environmental Laws

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

    • Status: Free
      Free
      E

      Erasmus University Rotterdam

      Enjoyable Econometrics

      Skills you'll gain: Econometrics, Data Collection, Probability & Statistics, Regression Analysis, Survey Creation, Quantitative Research, Data Wrangling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Descriptive Statistics, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Analysis

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      121 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Interprofessional Healthcare Informatics : University of Minnesota
    • Python para Ciencia de Datos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Statistical Learning: Illinois Tech
    • Statistical Mechanics: Algorithms and Computations: École normale supérieure
    • Dealing With Missing Data: University of Maryland, College Park
    • Business intelligence and data analytics: Generate insights: Macquarie University
    • IBM Digital Marketing and Growth Hacking: IBM
    • The Emergence of Oncofertility (Past, Present & Future): Michigan State University
    • MLOps Platforms: Amazon SageMaker and Azure ML: Duke University
    • Translational Science: University of Michigan

    Frequently Asked Questions about Medical Statistics

    Medical statistics is a field in which the use of statistics is applied to show correlations between medicine, illness, public health, clinical research, and forensic medicine. Also known as biostatistics, medical statistics has applications in clinical medicine, lab research, and national systems of health care. During the COVID-19 pandemic, medical statistics were used on a daily basis to track how well certain areas were doing to control the spread of the virus.

    Medical statistics represents a large growth opportunity to learn more about, with the ever-increasing numbers of graying baby boomers seeking medical treatment in the coming years, along with the growing use of big data around medical records.‎

    Medical statistics are an essential part of medical research, and it is valuable to learn this to gain knowledge that can be used in medical experiments, medical tests, global pandemics, and clinical trials of medicine. When statistics are used in medicine, the results can help provide a general snapshot of the threat or severity of a certain illness.

    Understanding medical statistics can also help medical professionals and pharmaceutical companies figure out which new drugs should be tested and brought to market. With more information about health and medicine through statistics, the better equipped our society will be about illnesses and more.‎

    When you learn medical statistics, you can find work in medicine and the health sciences, including careers in medical labs, hospitals, public health facilities, government institutions, and medical testing facilities. Health care organizations use a great deal of data and statistics today to drive performance outcomes. Knowing medical statistics can help you find career work in medical service provider organizations that use data to grow quality improvement throughout the organization.‎

    When you take online courses on Coursera about medical statistics, you can learn key concepts about research models and statistical analysis along with how to apply and measure statistical hypothesis testing, binary data, variability regression, and confidence intervals. You have the opportunity to discover how to read and understand mathematical formulas that will give you greater confidence to understand medical statistics as well as explore public health policy issues and assess how they impact the medical community at large.‎

    Online Medical Statistics courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your knowledge or learn new Medical Statistics skills. Choose from a wide range of Medical Statistics courses offered by top universities and industry leaders tailored to various skill levels.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Medical Statistics, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    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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