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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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      Kennesaw State University

      The Define Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt

      Skills you'll gain: Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Six Sigma, Analytical Skills, Process Improvement, Project Documentation, Quality Improvement, Customer Analysis, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Project Management, Business Process, Project Planning, Stakeholder Analysis

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      106 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Introducción a la Minería de Datos

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Mining, Data Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Manipulation, Databases, Data Science, Machine Learning Methods, Unsupervised Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Supervised Learning, Algorithms, Performance Testing

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

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks

      Skills you'll gain: Epidemiology, Public Health, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Health Systems, Community Health, Health Policy, Program Evaluation, Infectious Diseases, Data Collection, Trend Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      493 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Illinois Tech

      Model Diagnostics and Remedial Measures

      Skills you'll gain: Data Validation, Regression Analysis, Exploratory Data Analysis, Verification And Validation, Plot (Graphics), Mathematical Modeling, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Data Transformation, Predictive Modeling, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Inference, Linear Algebra

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      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      8 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Digital Twins

      Skills you'll gain: Manufacturing Operations, Production Planning, Digital Transformation, Technology Strategies, Business Modeling, Technology Roadmaps, Business Transformation, Product Lifecycle Management, Internet Of Things, Simulation and Simulation Software, Emerging Technologies, Real Time Data, Trend Analysis, Risk Analysis, Business, Systems Integration, Case Studies

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      98 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile

      Ingeniería de Tráfico

      Skills you'll gain: Civil Engineering, Control Systems, Process Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Differential Equations, Simulations, Spatial Analysis

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      451 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      The Brain and Space

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Neurology, Human Learning, Psychology, Computational Thinking, Visual Impairment Education, Experimentation, Anatomy, Laboratory Research, Physiology, Biology, Magnetic Resonance Imaging

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      653 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Meta Marketing Science Certification Exam

      Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Marketing Analytics, Registration, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Data Analysis, Professional Networking, Statistical Analysis

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      220 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      CertNexus

      Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Responsible AI, Accountability, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Information Privacy, Risk Mitigation, Safety and Security, Business Ethics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      95 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

      Introduction to Business Analytics and Information Economics

      Skills you'll gain: Business Analytics, Analytics, Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Valuation, Analytical Skills, Data Quality, Asset Management, Information Management, Business Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Trend Analysis, Advanced Analytics, Predictive Analytics, Management Information Systems, Data Strategy, Data Warehousing, Data Science, Information Privacy, Information Architecture

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      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      405 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Edureka

      Mastering AI: Neural Nets, Vision System, Speech Recognition

      Skills you'll gain: Computer Vision, Deep Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Probability & Statistics, Image Analysis, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning, Plotly, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Statistical Analysis, PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Visualization (Computer Graphics), Artificial Intelligence, Statistical Inference

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Microsoft

      Perform data science with Azure Databricks

      Skills you'll gain: PySpark, Databricks, Apache Spark, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Microsoft Azure, Big Data, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Data Processing, Deep Learning, Data Transformation, Machine Learning, Exploratory Data Analysis

      3.2
      Rating, 3.2 out of 5 stars
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      75 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

    • The Define Phase for the 6 σ Black Belt: Kennesaw State University
    • Introducción a la Minería de Datos: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • Surveillance Systems: The Building Blocks: Johns Hopkins University
    • Model Diagnostics and Remedial Measures: Illinois Tech
    • Digital Twins: University of Michigan
    • Ingeniería de Tráfico: Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile
    • The Brain and Space: Duke University
    • Meta Marketing Science Certification Exam: Meta
    • Detect and Mitigate Ethical Risks: CertNexus
    • Introduction to Business Analytics and Information Economics: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

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