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      Knowledge Accelerators

      From Excel to Power BI

      Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Data Visualization, Power BI, Data Visualization Software, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Import/Export, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Expressions (DAX), Data Synthesis, Business Intelligence, Data Transformation, Trend Analysis, Data Sharing, Excel Formulas, Business Analytics, Microsoft 365

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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Simplilearn

      Business Analytics using Excel

      Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Microsoft Excel, Excel Formulas, Pivot Tables And Charts, Dashboard, Excel Macros, Data Analysis, Analytics, Data Cleansing, Data Processing, Regression Analysis, Descriptive Statistics

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      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Amsterdam

      Quantitative Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Scientific Methods, Research Design, Sampling (Statistics), Science and Research, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Social Sciences, Experimentation, Ethical Standards And Conduct

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Introduction to Spreadsheets and Models

      Skills you'll gain: Regression Analysis, Spreadsheet Software, Google Sheets, Financial Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Data Modeling, Forecasting, Risk Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Business Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Simulation and Simulation Software, Process Improvement and Optimization

      4.2
      Rating, 4.2 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Washington

      Machine Learning: Classification

      Skills you'll gain: Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Predictive Modeling, Text Mining, Machine Learning Algorithms, Feature Engineering, Data Cleansing, Scalability, Risking, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Big Data, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Unilever

      Implementing Supply Chain Analytics

      Skills you'll gain: Descriptive Analytics, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Systems, Supply Chain Planning, Transportation, Supply Chain, and Logistics, Predictive Analytics, Forecasting, Inventory Management System, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Business Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Analytics, Agile Methodology, SQL, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Technical Communication, Python Programming

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      54 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Northeastern University

      Statistical Learning for Engineering Part 2

      Skills you'll gain: PyTorch (Machine Learning Library), Applied Machine Learning, Unsupervised Learning, Reinforcement Learning, Supervised Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms, Dimensionality Reduction, Statistical Machine Learning, Machine Learning, Machine Learning Software, Artificial Neural Networks, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Deep Learning, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Random Forest Algorithm, Generative Model Architectures

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Pennsylvania

      The Business of Health Care

      Skills you'll gain: People Management, Financial Reporting, Financial Acumen, Financial Data, Financial Statements, Social Determinants Of Health, Managed Care, Operations Management, Income Statement, Employee Performance Management, Financial Analysis, Leadership and Management, Health Systems, Health Care Administration, Innovation, Organizational Effectiveness, Value-Based Care, Decision Making, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Insurance

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      University of Michigan

      User Experience Research and Design

      Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Usability Testing, User Experience Design, User Research, User Experience, User Story, Prototyping, Wireframing, User Centered Design, Survey Creation, Sampling (Statistics), Design Research, Interaction Design, Ideation, A/B Testing, Conceptual Design, Web Analytics, User Interface (UI)

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Stanford University

      Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference

      Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Network, Statistical Inference, Markov Model, Graph Theory, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Probability & Statistics, Algorithms, Machine Learning Algorithms, Computational Thinking

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

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      UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

      Remote Sensing Image Acquisition, Analysis and Applications

      Skills you'll gain: Image Analysis, Unsupervised Learning, Geospatial Information and Technology, Computer Vision, Spatial Analysis, Machine Learning, Dimensionality Reduction, Linear Algebra, Deep Learning, Data Validation, Supervised Learning, Probability & Statistics, Artificial Neural Networks

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      173 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

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      EDUCBA

      Predictive Models: Build, Explore Data & Deploy

      Skills you'll gain: Data Modeling, Classification And Regression Tree (CART), Data Validation, Statistical Analysis, Application Deployment

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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

    • From Excel to Power BI: Knowledge Accelerators
    • Business Analytics using Excel: Simplilearn
    • Quantitative Methods: University of Amsterdam
    • Introduction to Spreadsheets and Models: University of Pennsylvania
    • Machine Learning: Classification: University of Washington
    • Implementing Supply Chain Analytics: Unilever
    • Statistical Learning for Engineering Part 2: Northeastern University
    • The Business of Health Care: University of Pennsylvania
    • User Experience Research and Design: University of Michigan
    • Probabilistic Graphical Models 2: Inference: Stanford University

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