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      Google Cloud

      Gemini for Data Scientists and Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Google Gemini, Big Data, Google Cloud Platform, Marketing Analytics, Generative AI, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Predictive Analytics, Forecasting, SQL

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Exploratory Data Analysis for the Public Sector with ggplot

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Exploratory Data Analysis, Plot (Graphics), Data Presentation, Ggplot2, R (Software), Statistical Visualization, R Programming, Data Visualization Software, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Graphic and Visual Design, Histogram, Tidyverse (R Package), Public Administration, Trend Analysis, Policy Analysis

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      11 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Rice University

      Data Analysis for Managerial Decision-Making

      Skills you'll gain: Probability & Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Descriptive Statistics, Business Analytics, Box Plots, Probability Distribution, Data Visualization, Probability, Statistics, Business Mathematics, Spreadsheet Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Algebra, Bayesian Statistics, Arithmetic, Case Studies, Statistical Analysis, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Data Validation in Excel for Beginners

      Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Data Validation, Excel Formulas, Spreadsheet Software, Data Quality, Pivot Tables And Charts, Data Cleansing, Project Management, Data Visualization, Timelines, Data Presentation, Graphing

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

      Introduction to Complexity Science

      Skills you'll gain: Systems Thinking, Case Studies, Network Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Simulations, Social Sciences, Applied Mathematics, Policy Analysis, Agentic systems, Forecasting, Critical Thinking, Jupyter

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation

      Skills you'll gain: Political Sciences, Policy Analysis, Social Justice, Social Sciences, Public Policies, Game Theory, Demography, Logical Reasoning, Applied Mathematics

      5
      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      21 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Edureka

      Gen AI for Data Privacy & Protection

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI, Security Awareness

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search

      Skills you'll gain: LinkedIn, Professional Networking, Applicant Tracking Systems, Social Media, Editing, Job Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      266 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Wetland Science and Conservation

      Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Environmental Monitoring, Hydrology, Community Outreach, Water Resource Management, Environmental Engineering and Restoration, Water Resources, Cultural Diversity, Policy Analysis, Social Sciences, Cultural Sensitivity, Environment and Resource Management, Environmental Laws, Environmental Engineering, Natural Resource Management, Land Management, Case Studies, Water Quality, Environmental Issue, Climate Change Adaptation

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      10 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      LearnQuest

      Machine Learning Models in Science

      Skills you'll gain: Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Dimensionality Reduction, Data Cleansing, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Transformation, Artificial Neural Networks, Random Forest Algorithm, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Python Programming

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      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      12 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northwestern University

      Leadership Communication for Maximum Impact: Storytelling

      Skills you'll gain: Leadership, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communication, Storytelling, Business Leadership, Media Relations, Stakeholder Communications, Public Relations, Innovation, Crisis Management, Communication, Branding

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

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      Coursera Project Network

      Qlik Sense for Beginners: Analyze and Visualize Data

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Customer Analysis, Data Integration, Interactive Data Visualization, Dashboard, Data Visualization, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Data Visualization Software

      4.1
      Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
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      14 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular r for data science courses

    • Gemini for Data Scientists and Analysts: Google Cloud
    • Exploratory Data Analysis for the Public Sector with ggplot: University of Michigan
    • Data Analysis for Managerial Decision-Making: Rice University
    • Data Validation in Excel for Beginners: Simplilearn
    • Introduction to Complexity Science: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
    • The Mathematics of Democracy, Politics and Manipulation: Johns Hopkins University
    • Gen AI for Data Privacy & Protection: Edureka
    • Utilize LinkedIn for Career Search: Coursera Project Network
    • Wetland Science and Conservation: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • Machine Learning Models in Science: LearnQuest

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