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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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      Duke University

      Data Visualization and Modeling in Python

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Predictive Modeling, Scientific Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Data Visualization Software, Predictive Analytics, Data Manipulation, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Cleansing, Data Science, Machine Learning Algorithms, Statistical Inference, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Python Programming

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Colorado Boulder

      Data Visualization & Analytics in Tableau

      Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Statistical Visualization, Geospatial Mapping, Histogram, Advanced Analytics, Spatial Analysis, Scatter Plots, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Business Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Analytics, Forecasting

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Nonlinear Kalman Filters (and Parameter Estimation)

      Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Control Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, System Implementation, Computer Programming Tools

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GenAI for Market Research Analysts

      Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Market Analysis, Customer Analysis, Responsible AI, Generative AI, Market Intelligence, Customer Insights, Market Trend, Personalized Service, Trend Analysis, Analytics, Data Analysis, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Social Media Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Social Network Analysis, Network Analysis, Data Visualization, Graph Theory, Relational Databases, Data Visualization Software, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, Database Theory, Exploratory Data Analysis, Social Sciences, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning, R Programming, Analytics, Sociology, Natural Language Processing, Data Manipulation, Text Mining, Statistical Modeling

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Emory University

      Marketing Analytics Capstone Project

      Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Analytical Skills, Business Analytics, Regression Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Validation, Data Visualization

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      30 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Project Network

      Create a services customer satisfaction process

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Service, Customer experience strategy (CX), Customer Analysis, Process Mapping, Customer Insights, Process Design, Customer Support, Cross-Channel Marketing, Marketing Operations, Business Process, Web Analytics, Marketing

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      40 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Project Network

      Sales Analysis with Claude: Data Driven Sales Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Anthropic Claude, Business Intelligence, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Trend Analysis, Sales, Business Analytics, Sales Strategy, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Analysis, Business Strategy, Business Analysis, LLM Application

      Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Vanderbilt University

      From Data to Decisions: Making Predictions with AI

      Skills you'll gain: Statistical Methods, Data Presentation, Regression Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Technical Communication, Probability & Statistics, Scatter Plots, Data Analysis, Predictive Analytics, Generative AI

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      6 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Florida

      Agroforestry IV: Climate, Carbon Storage and Agroforestry

      Skills you'll gain: Land Management, Environment and Resource Management, Climate Change Mitigation, Climate Change Adaptation, Natural Resource Management, Water Resource Management, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Spatial Analysis, Research Methodologies, Biology

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      18 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Coursera Project Network

      Google Analytics for Beginners: Marketing Essentials

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Content Performance Analysis, Customer Analysis, E-Commerce, Marketing Analytics, Performance Analysis, Marketing Effectiveness

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      7 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      GIS Mastery: Spatial Data, Remote Sensing, Decision Support

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

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      17 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Data Visualization and Modeling in Python: Duke University
    • Data Visualization & Analytics in Tableau: University of Colorado Boulder
    • Nonlinear Kalman Filters (and Parameter Estimation): University of Colorado System
    • GenAI for Market Research Analysts: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Social Media Analytics: Johns Hopkins University
    • Marketing Analytics Capstone Project: Emory University
    • Create a services customer satisfaction process: Coursera Project Network
    • Sales Analysis with Claude: Data Driven Sales Analytics: Coursera Project Network
    • From Data to Decisions: Making Predictions with AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Agroforestry IV: Climate, Carbon Storage and Agroforestry: University of Florida

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