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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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      Packt

      ArcGIS Desktop for Spatial Analysis: Go from Basic to Pro

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Spatial Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Data Presentation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mapping, Descriptive Statistics, Data Access

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Remote Sensing Image Acquisition, Analysis and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Geospatial Information and Technology, Computer Vision, Spatial Analysis, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Linear Algebra, Deep Learning, Data Validation, Supervised Learning, Probability & Statistics, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      173 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Washington

      Computational Neuroscience

      Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Network Model, Matlab, Machine Learning Algorithms, Artificial Neural Networks, Computer Science, Computer Vision, Reinforcement Learning, Computational Thinking, Mathematical Modeling, Biology, Linear Algebra, Information Architecture, Differential Equations, Probability & Statistics

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      1.1K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pittsburgh

      Linear Algebra and Regression Fundamentals for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: NumPy, Matplotlib, Linear Algebra, Pandas (Python Package), Data Manipulation, Applied Mathematics, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Data Science, Regression Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Mathematics and Mathematical Modeling, Probability & Statistics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Machine Learning, Computational Logic, Logical Reasoning

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of California, Davis

      SQL für Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Data Governance, SQL, Data Quality, Data Manipulation, Database Design, Data Transformation, Query Languages, Data Modeling, Databases, Relational Databases, Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      29 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Customer Segmentation with K-Means: Model & Visualize

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Unsupervised Learning, Customer Insights, Correlation Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Heat Maps, Data Processing, Seaborn, Histogram, Matplotlib, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Visualization Software

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Understanding the Healthcare Innovation Process II

      Skills you'll gain: Lean Six Sigma, Performance Improvement, Statistical Process Controls, Operational Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Health Informatics, Statistical Methods, Continuous Improvement Process, Innovation, Telehealth, Operations Management, Medical Devices, Probability & Statistics, Problem Solving

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      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt Exam Prep Specialization

      Skills you'll gain: Process Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Lean Methodologies, Correlation Analysis, Process Improvement, Quality Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Methodology, Regression Analysis, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Continuous Improvement Process, Data Collection, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability & Statistics, Process Optimization, Process Management, Quality Management

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      User Experience Research and Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Usability Testing, User Experience Design, User Research, User Experience, User Story, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Centered Design, Survey Creation, Sampling (Statistics), Design Research, Interaction Design, Ideation, A/B Testing, Conceptual Design, Web Analytics, User Interface (UI)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      2.2K reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Measuring the Success of a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety VI)

      Skills you'll gain: Patient Safety, Performance Measurement, Data Analysis, Value-Based Care, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Data Analysis Software, Health Policy, Data Quality, Descriptive Statistics, Data Integration, Statistical Inference

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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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

    • ArcGIS Desktop for Spatial Analysis: Go from Basic to Pro: Packt
    • Remote Sensing Image Acquisition, Analysis and Applications: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
    • Computational Neuroscience: University of Washington
    • Linear Algebra and Regression Fundamentals for Data Science: University of Pittsburgh
    • SQL für Data Science: University of California, Davis
    • Customer Segmentation with K-Means: Model & Visualize: EDUCBA
    • Understanding the Healthcare Innovation Process II: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
    • ASQ-Certified Six Sigma Yellow Belt Exam Prep Specialization: SkillUp
    • User Experience Research and Design: University of Michigan
    • Measuring the Success of a Patient Safety or Quality Improvement Project (Patient Safety VI): Johns Hopkins University

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