What skills can I learn in data science courses on Coursera?

Data science courses on Coursera cover a comprehensive array of essential skills including: Fundamentals of data manipulation and data analysis using tools like Python and R Statistical analysis and probability modeling Machine learning techniques, including supervised and unsupervised learning Data visualization and communication using platforms like Tableau and PowerBI Big data technologies such as Hadoop and Spark Deep learning and artificial intelligence concepts Time series analysis for forecasting and trend analysis Data ethics and data privacy best practices

Do I need prior experience in programming to start these data science courses?

No prior programming experience is required to begin beginner data science courses . The curriculum is designed to support learners at various skill levels: Beginners can start with introductory courses on data analysis and basic programming. Intermediate learners can advance to more complex statistical methods and machine learning models. Advanced professionals can specialize in areas like artificial intelligence , deep learning , or big data technologies.

What data science certifications and credentials are available?

Data science courses on Coursera offer a variety of credentialing options: Professional certificates that demonstrate comprehensive data science skills Specialized course certificates in areas such as machine learning, business analytics, or data engineering Certifications from leading technology companies and academic institutions These certificates can help demonstrate data science skills, employability and career progression.

What career opportunities are available with skills in data science?

Skills in data science can lead to a wide range of career opportunities in various sectors including technology, healthcare, finance, and more: Data Scientist Data Analyst Machine Learning Engineer Business Intelligence Analyst Quantitative Analyst Data Engineers and Database Administrators Professionals in these roles utilize data science skills to extract insights from data, support decision-making, and innovate with new algorithms and predictive models. Discover which data science role suits you best by taking our career quiz !

How can I purchase data science training courses for my team?

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Status: Free Trial
University of Colorado Boulder
Data Science Foundations: Statistical Inference
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Probability, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Probability Distribution, Statistics, Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Modeling, Data Science, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Analysis, Data Ethics, Quantitative Research
Build toward a degree
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
322 reviews
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: Free Trial
University of Colorado System
Clinical Data Science
Skills you'll gain: Tidyverse (R Package), Clinical Data Management, Extract, Transform, Load, Data Modeling, Clinical Research, R Programming, Data Manipulation, Predictive Modeling, Database Design, Google Cloud Platform, Intensive Care Unit, Data Ethics, Data Quality, Risk Modeling, Natural Language Processing, Health Informatics, Statistical Modeling, Bioinformatics, Text Mining, Data Processing
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
469 reviews
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
University of Leeds
Programming for Data Science
Skills you'll gain: Jupyter, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Development Environment, Software Installation, Data Structures, Data Science, Software Documentation, Debugging
4.3
Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
25 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: New
Genentech
Data Science with Real World Data in Pharma
Skills you'll gain: Pharmaceuticals, Clinical Research, Clinical Trials, Statistical Analysis, Real Time Data, Data Analysis, Statistical Methods, Biostatistics, Data Science, Epidemiology, Health Informatics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Data Quality
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
IBM
Applied Data Science Capstone
Skills you'll gain: Plotly, Exploratory Data Analysis, Predictive Modeling, Data Science, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Presentation, Data Analysis, Pandas (Python Package), Web Scraping, Statistical Modeling, Data Wrangling, Machine Learning Methods, Data Collection
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
7.3K reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Johns Hopkins University
Data Science: Statistics and Machine Learning
Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Rmarkdown, Regression Analysis, Leaflet (Software), Exploratory Data Analysis, Statistical Inference, Predictive Modeling, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Plotly, Machine Learning Algorithms, Interactive Data Visualization, Probability & Statistics, Data Visualization, Statistical Machine Learning, Feature Engineering, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Modeling, Probability, Data Science, Data Analysis
4.4
Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
7.2K reviews
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Status: Free Trial
Google
Data Analysis with R Programming
Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Ggplot2, R Programming, Data Analysis, Tidyverse (R Package), Statistical Programming, Data Visualization Software, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Import/Export, Package and Software Management, Data Structures
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
11K reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
University of California San Diego
Big Data
Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Apache Hadoop, Data Integration, Exploratory Data Analysis, Big Data, Graph Theory, Data Pipelines, Database Design, Data Modeling, Regression Analysis, Applied Machine Learning, Data Presentation, Scalability, Data Mining, Data Processing, Statistical Analysis, Data Management, NoSQL, Database Management Systems, Network Analysis
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
14K reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months
Coursera Project Network
Statistics For Data Science
Skills you'll gain: Correlation Analysis, Probability & Statistics, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Data Science, Probability Distribution, Descriptive Statistics, Statistical Inference
3.9
Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
33 reviews
Beginner · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours
Status: Free Trial
Johns Hopkins University
R Programming
Skills you'll gain: Statistical Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Programming, Data Analysis, Debugging, Simulations, Computer Programming Tools, Program Development, Data Structures, Performance Tuning, Data Import/Export
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
22K reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Status: Free Trial
University of Colorado Boulder
Expressway to Data Science: Python Programming
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Seaborn, Plot (Graphics), Pandas (Python Package), NumPy, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Histogram, Functional Design, Package and Software Management, Data Import/Export, Scripting, Scripting Languages, Data Manipulation, Python Programming, Data Science, Data Structures
4.7
Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
285 reviews
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months
Status: Free Trial
Google
Get Started with Python
Skills you'll gain: Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Data Analysis, Data Structures, Jupyter, Python Programming, NumPy, Pandas (Python Package), Programming Principles, Scripting, Data Manipulation, Algorithms
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
1.6K reviews
Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months