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    Master descriptive statistics for summarizing and describing data. Learn to use statistical measures, graphs, and tables for data analysis.

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      University of Michigan

      Capstone: Retrieving, Processing, and Visualizing Data with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data Processing, Data Visualization, Data Cleansing, Data Collection, Data Visualization Software, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Exploratory Data Analysis, Algorithms, Data Analysis, Web Scraping, Database Management

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Sales Transformation Fundamentals

      Skills you'll gain: Sales Enablement, Sales Management, Customer Analysis, Sales Strategy, Marketing, Target Market, Verbal Communication Skills, Sales Training, Sales Process, Sales, Business Transformation, Smart Goals, Return On Investment, Leadership, Organizational Structure

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      DeepLearning.AI

      AI for Medical Diagnosis

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Diagnostic Radiology, Predictive Modeling, Data Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Tensorflow, Applied Machine Learning, Medical Imaging, Keras (Neural Network Library), Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, Artificial Neural Networks, Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Probability & Statistics, X-Ray Computed Tomography

      4.7
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      2K reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      Data Visualization with Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Visual Design, Advanced Analytics, Stakeholder Analysis, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Design, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Proposal Development, Data Ethics, Data Analysis, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Mapping, Storyboarding

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Modern Regression Analysis in R

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Modeling, Regression Analysis, Data Ethics, Statistical Methods, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Data Science, R Programming, Data Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Linear Algebra

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      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Amsterdam

      Quantitative Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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

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      EDUCBA

      Predictive Models: Build, Explore Data & Deploy

      Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Validation, Statistical Analysis, Application Deployment

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Alberta

      Reinforcement Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Reinforcement Learning, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, Sampling (Statistics), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning Algorithms, Deep Learning, Feature Engineering, Markov Model, Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Simulations, Artificial Neural Networks, Performance Testing, Linear Algebra, Performance Tuning, Pseudocode, Probability Distribution

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      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of California San Diego

      Combinatorics and Probability

      Skills you'll gain: Combinatorics, Probability, Probability Distribution, Algorithms, Bayesian Statistics, Mathematical Modeling, Statistics, Arithmetic, Python Programming, Simulations

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      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Universiteit Leiden

      Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory and Practice

      Skills you'll gain: Public Safety and National Security, Research, Research Methodologies, Policy Analysis, Media and Communications, World History, International Relations, Political Sciences, Trend Analysis, Psychology, Case Studies

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

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      Simplilearn

      Business Analytics using Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Packt

      Foundations of Data Science and Machine Learning with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Matplotlib, Seaborn, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization, Regression Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Data Science, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Probability & Statistics, Python Programming, Unsupervised Learning, Data Analysis, Decision Tree Learning, AI Personalization, Feature Engineering, NumPy

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • Capstone: Retrieving, Processing, and Visualizing Data with Python: University of Michigan
    • Sales Transformation Fundamentals: EDUCBA
    • AI for Medical Diagnosis: DeepLearning.AI
    • Data Visualization with Tableau: University of California, Davis
    • Modern Regression Analysis in R: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Quantitative Methods: University of Amsterdam
    • Predictive Models: Build, Explore Data & Deploy: EDUCBA
    • Reinforcement Learning: University of Alberta
    • Combinatorics and Probability: University of California San Diego
    • Terrorism and Counterterrorism: Comparing Theory and Practice: Universiteit Leiden

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