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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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      Coursera Project Network

      Logistic Regression with NumPy and Python

      Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Data Visualization, Seaborn, Exploratory Data Analysis, NumPy, Data Analysis, Jupyter, Data Science, Machine Learning, Python Programming, Supervised Learning, Algorithms

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      394 reviews

      Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

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      Board Infinity

      Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI

      Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Generative AI, Data Ethics, Talent Acquisition, Human Resource Strategy, Recruitment, Trend Analysis, Employee Training, Employee Retention, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Workforce Development, Workforce Planning

      4.3
      Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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      234 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
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      Queen Mary University of London

      Analysis and Interpretation of Data

      Skills you'll gain: Analytics, Data Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Correlation Analysis, Quantitative Research, Regression Analysis, Marketing Analytics, Data Quality, Statistical Methods, Data Cleansing, Digital Marketing, Exploratory Data Analysis, Market Research, Return On Investment

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      13 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free
      Free
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      New York University

      Climate Change and Human Rights

      Skills you'll gain: Environmental Issue, Environmental Policy, Social Justice, Climate Change Adaptation, Sustainable Development, Case Law, Environmental Laws, Advocacy, Climate Change Mitigation, Legal Proceedings, Lawsuits, Legal Strategy, Litigation and Civil Justice, Trend Analysis

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      798 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Tecnológico de Monterrey

      Analíticas y Métricas de Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Web Analytics and SEO, Marketing Analytics, Marketing Effectiveness, Content Performance Analysis, Digital Marketing, Business Metrics, Target Audience, Analytics, Performance Measurement, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Competitive Analysis, User Research

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      198 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of Michigan

      Writing and Editing: Revising

      Skills you'll gain: Editing, Constructive Feedback, Concision, Writing, Proofreading, Critical Thinking, Detail Oriented, Collaboration, Time Management, Creativity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      391 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      University of California, Irvine

      E-Marketing

      Skills you'll gain: Pay Per Click Advertising, Search Engine Marketing, Customer Retention, Persona Development, Digital Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), Target Audience, Keyword Research, Social Media Strategy, Digital Advertising, Marketing Effectiveness, Customer Acquisition Management, Customer experience improvement, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Customer Engagement, A/B Testing, Web Analytics, Social Media

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      394 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Imperial College London

      Global Disease Masterclass

      Skills you'll gain: Infectious Diseases, Epidemiology, Public Health and Disease Prevention, Public Health, Health Disparities, Cardiology, Social Determinants Of Health, Chronic Diseases, Microbiology, Health Care, Community Health, Health Systems, Socioeconomics, Preventative Care, Health Policy, Health Education, Health Assessment, Public Policies, Trend Analysis, Immunology

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      322 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
      Free Trial
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      Fractal Analytics

      Python for Data Science

      Skills you'll gain: Exploratory Data Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Statistical Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Pandas (Python Package), Data Analysis, Jupyter, Data Processing, Data Manipulation, Data Science, Data Transformation, Applied Machine Learning, Data Cleansing, Python Programming

      4
      Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
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      62 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Preview
      Preview
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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1

      Skills you'll gain: Social Sciences, Economics, Policy, and Social Studies, Socioeconomics, World History, Sociology, Trend Analysis, Data Analysis, Big Data, Research, Higher Education, Political Sciences, Case Studies

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      126 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne

      Éléments de Géomatique

      Skills you'll gain: Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Spatial Analysis, GIS Software, Global Positioning Systems, Land Development, 3D Modeling, Survey Creation, Systems Of Measurement

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      142 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • Status: Free Trial
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      The University of Melbourne

      Alternative Approaches to Valuation and Investment

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Statement Analysis, Financial Analysis, Investments, Business Valuation, Capital Budgeting, Portfolio Management, Asset Management, Return On Investment, Risk Management, Risk Analysis, Corporate Finance, Decision Making, Probability & Statistics

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      310 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • Logistic Regression with NumPy and Python: Coursera Project Network
    • Generative AI in HR - Impact and Application of Gen AI: Board Infinity
    • Analysis and Interpretation of Data: Queen Mary University of London
    • Climate Change and Human Rights: New York University
    • Analíticas y Métricas de Marketing: Tecnológico de Monterrey
    • Writing and Editing: Revising: University of Michigan
    • E-Marketing: University of California, Irvine
    • Global Disease Masterclass: Imperial College London
    • Python for Data Science: Fractal Analytics
    • Understanding China, 1700-2000: A Data Analytic Approach, Part 1: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

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