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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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      Microsoft

      Building Powerful Reports and Dashboards in Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Dashboard, Power BI, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Reporting, Business Analytics, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Security, Data Management, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Data Analysis, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      20 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Data Analysis in Python: Using Pandas DataFrames

      Skills you'll gain: Pandas (Python Package), Scatter Plots, Histogram, Data Visualization, Data Manipulation, Data Import/Export, JSON, Data Cleansing, Data Visualization Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Python Programming

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      22 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Howard University

      Business Problem Solving

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Business Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Modeling, Business Analytics, Microsoft Excel, Data Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Analysis, Financial Modeling, Forecasting, Risk Analysis, Data Analysis, Complex Problem Solving, Predictive Modeling, Business Process, Process Optimization, Business Strategy

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      32 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      Fundação Instituto de Administração

      Pesquisa de Mercado e Estratégia de Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Marketing Analytics, Market Analysis, Market Research, Survey Creation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Marketing Strategies, Sampling (Statistics), Strategic Marketing, Marketing Management, Data Collection, Market Intelligence, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Predictive Modeling, Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      37 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Starweaver

      Foundations of Hotel Budgeting and Forecasting

      Skills you'll gain: Advanced Analytics, Hospitality Management, Budgeting, Financial Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Operating Budget, Corporate Sustainability, Revenue Management, Demand Planning, Financial Analysis, Performance Analysis, Trend Analysis, Sustainability Reporting, Applied Machine Learning, Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Benchmarking

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Analíticas en Páginas Web

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Search Engine Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Market Research, Digital Marketing, Search Engine Optimization, Analytical Skills, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Market Intelligence, Customer Insights, Consumer Behaviour, Digital Advertising, Pay Per Click Advertising, Customer Relationship Management, Browser Compatibility, Advertising Campaigns

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      31 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Wesleyan University

      Data Analysis and Interpretation Capstone

      Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Analytical Skills, Report Writing, Data Science, Data Management, Big Data, Statistical Analysis, Real Time Data, Research, Research Design

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      47 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Mining Quality Prediction Using Machine & Deep Learning

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Decision Tree Learning, Deep Learning, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Test Data, Artificial Neural Networks, Data Import/Export, Pandas (Python Package), Python Programming, Software Visualization

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      67 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      University of London

      Data Science Project Capstone: Predicting Bicycle Rental

      Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Collection, Regression Analysis, Data Science, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Exploratory Data Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Universidade de São Paulo

      Redes Ecológicas

      Skills you'll gain: Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Graph Theory, Exploratory Data Analysis, Environmental Science, Data Analysis, R Programming, Data Science, Mathematical Modeling

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      Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
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      35 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      SkillUp

      The DMAIC Framework - Define and Measure Phase

      Skills you'll gain: Process Capability, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Project Management, Six Sigma Methodology, Statistics, Work Breakdown Structure, Lean Six Sigma, Process Analysis, Data Collection, Project Scoping, Performance Measurement, Customer experience improvement, Quality Improvement, Quality Control

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Data Visualization using Plotnine and ggplot

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Box Plots, Plot (Graphics), Data Visualization, Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Scatter Plots, Histogram, Graphing, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      16 reviews

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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

    • Building Powerful Reports and Dashboards in Power BI: Microsoft
    • Data Analysis in Python: Using Pandas DataFrames: Coursera Project Network
    • Business Problem Solving: Howard University
    • Pesquisa de Mercado e Estratégia de Marketing: Fundação Instituto de Administração
    • Foundations of Hotel Budgeting and Forecasting: Starweaver
    • Analíticas en Páginas Web: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Data Analysis and Interpretation Capstone: Wesleyan University
    • Mining Quality Prediction Using Machine & Deep Learning: Coursera Project Network
    • Data Science Project Capstone: Predicting Bicycle Rental: University of London
    • Redes Ecológicas: Universidade de São Paulo

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