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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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      Universidad de los Andes

      Maestría en Inteligencia Artificial

      Skills you'll gain: Real-Time Operating Systems, Supervised Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Cloud-Native Computing, Computer Vision, Reinforcement Learning, Natural Language Processing, Artificial Intelligence, Biomedical Engineering, Dimensionality Reduction, Anomaly Detection, Deep Learning, Serverless Computing, Game Theory, Machine Learning, CI/CD, Probability & Statistics, Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Image Analysis

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      Degree · 1 - 4 Years

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Operations Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Descriptive Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Analytics, Demand Planning, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Operational Analysis, Business Operations, Risk Analysis, Forecasting, Operations Management, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Optimization, Decision Making, Decision Tree Learning, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Excel, Probability Distribution

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      5.1K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Matplotlib with Python: E-commerce Data Visualization

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Box Plots, E-Commerce, Business Analytics, Data Visualization Software, Data Processing, Histogram, Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Exploratory Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Software Installation

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Toronto

      Introduction to GIS Mapping

      Skills you'll gain: ArcGIS, Spatial Data Analysis, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Data Mapping, Global Positioning Systems, Data Capture

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      2.3K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Linear Regression & Supervised Learning in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Supervised Learning, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Machine Learning Methods, Scatter Plots, Statistical Analysis, Data Validation, Data Manipulation, Verification And Validation, Pandas (Python Package), Histogram

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Duke University

      Mastering Data Analysis in Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Predictive Modeling, Predictive Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Risk Management

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      3.9K reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      ESSEC Business School

      Strategic Business Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Business Analytics, Forecasting, Peer Review, Statistical Methods, Predictive Analytics, Customer Analysis, Case Studies, Information Technology, Analytical Skills, Digital Transformation, Advanced Analytics, Statistical Analysis, People Analytics, Statistical Programming, Data Storytelling, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, R Programming, Data Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      1.3K reviews

      Advanced · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Geneva

      Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development

      Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Geographic Information Systems, Environment, Environmental Resource Management, Natural Resource Management, Spatial Analysis, Sustainability Standards, Environmental Science, Environmental Policy, Hydrology, Economics, Governance, Stakeholder Engagement, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      726 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Portfolio Diversification using Correlation Matrix

      Skills you'll gain: Portfolio Management, Financial Management, Risk Management, Investment Management, Financial Market, Financial Modeling, Investments, Correlation Analysis, Analysis, Statistics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      284 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Perform exploratory data analysis on retail data with Python

      Skills you'll gain: Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Statistical Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Matplotlib, Data Manipulation, Customer Analysis, Analytical Skills, Trend Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming, Jupyter

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      19 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      EDUCBA

      Visualize Supermarket Sales with Kibana

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Interactive Data Visualization, Business Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Kibana, Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Transformation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Trend Analysis, Retail Sales, Data Import/Export

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      EDUCBA

      Python: Logistic Regression & Supervised ML

      Skills you'll gain: Feature Engineering, Supervised Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Applied Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Predictive Modeling, Data Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Machine Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Statistical Modeling, Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Maestría en Inteligencia Artificial: Universidad de los Andes
    • Operations Analytics: University of Pennsylvania
    • Matplotlib with Python: E-commerce Data Visualization: EDUCBA
    • Introduction to GIS Mapping: University of Toronto
    • Linear Regression & Supervised Learning in Python: EDUCBA
    • Mastering Data Analysis in Excel: Duke University
    • Strategic Business Analytics: ESSEC Business School
    • Ecosystem Services: a Method for Sustainable Development: University of Geneva
    • Portfolio Diversification using Correlation Matrix: Coursera Project Network
    • Perform exploratory data analysis on retail data with Python: Coursera Project Network

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