What skills can I learn in Tableau courses on Coursera?

Tableau courses on Coursera equip learners with the skills needed to effectively visualize and analyze data, including: Fundamentals of data visualization concepts and principles. Mastery of Tableau’s interface and tools to create interactive dashboards and reports. Techniques for connecting Tableau to various data sources such as Excel , SQL databases , and cloud data services. Skills for data manipulation and calculation within Tableau to derive meaningful insights. Best practices for designing visually appealing and user-friendly visualizations. Advanced analytical techniques such as predictive analytics and geospatial analysis in Tableau. Strategies for sharing and presenting data visualizations to stakeholders.

Do I need prior experience in data analysis to start these Tableau courses?

Coursera’s Tableau courses are designed to accommodate learners at different stages of their data analysis journey: Beginners: No prior experience in data analysis or visualization is required. Introductory courses will cover the basics of Tableau and foundational data visualization techniques. Intermediate Learners: Those with some background in data analysis can deepen their skills in using Tableau’s more advanced features and complex data setups. Advanced Professionals: Experienced data analysts can refine their expertise with specialized courses focused on strategic data handling, complex calculations, and large-scale data projects in Tableau.

What certifications and credentials can I earn through Tableau courses on Coursera?

Engaging with Tableau courses on Coursera can lead to various credentials that showcase your development and expertise: Course Certificates: Earn a certificate for each Tableau course you complete, demonstrating your proficiency in specific data visualization techniques. Professional Certificates: These certificates are designed to prepare you for roles that require advanced data visualization skills, showcasing comprehensive knowledge across multiple Tableau applications. Specializations: A series of courses that provide in-depth knowledge of Tableau, from the basics to advanced practices, culminating in a hands-on project to apply what you’ve learned.

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University of California, Irvine
Data Visualization Best Practices
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Data Presentation, Data Storytelling, Tableau Software, Exploratory Data Analysis, Descriptive Statistics, Data Analysis, Descriptive Analytics
4.1
Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
17 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of California, Irvine
Data Storytelling
Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Statistical Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Data Ethics, Exploratory Data Analysis, Scatter Plots, Heat Maps, Data Integrity
3.7
Rating, 3.7 out of 5 stars
6 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Data Visualization
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Tableau Software, Plot (Graphics), Graphing
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
1.4K reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Johns Hopkins University
Publishing Visualizations in R with Shiny and flexdashboard
Skills you'll gain: Shiny (R Package), Data Visualization, Dashboard, Ggplot2, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Application Development, UI Components, User Interface (UI), Application Deployment
4.9
Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
69 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Johns Hopkins University
Advanced Data Visualization with R
Skills you'll gain: Rmarkdown, Tidyverse (R Package), Ggplot2, Spatial Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Statistical Visualization, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Manipulation, Scatter Plots, Plotly, Interactive Data Visualization, R Programming, Data Wrangling, Correlation Analysis
4.9
Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
78 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
Johns Hopkins University
Building Data Visualization Tools
Skills you'll gain: Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Data Visualization, Datamaps, Interactive Data Visualization, Scatter Plots, Statistical Visualization, Histogram, Graphic and Visual Design, R Programming, Spatial Data Analysis
3.9
Rating, 3.9 out of 5 stars
158 reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Corporate Finance Institute
Fundamentals of Data Analysis in Excel
Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Pivot Tables And Charts, Spreadsheet Software, Dashboard, Data Transformation, Data Analysis, Excel Formulas, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Data Presentation, Data Manipulation, Data Modeling, Data Cleansing
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
38 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
University of Washington
Communicating Data Science Results
Skills you'll gain: Data Ethics, Data Presentation, Statistical Visualization, Data Storytelling, Data Visualization Software, Data Governance, Big Data, Technical Communication, Cloud Computing, Amazon Web Services, Information Privacy, Ethical Standards And Conduct
3.4
Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
142 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
IBM
BI Dashboards with IBM Cognos Analytics and Google Looker
Skills you'll gain: IBM Cognos Analytics, Data Visualization, Dashboard, Business Intelligence, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Looker (Software), Data Visualization Software, Business Intelligence Software, Data Analysis, Analytics
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
26 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of California, Irvine
Dashboarding and Deployment
Skills you'll gain: Dashboard, Data Storytelling, Data Presentation, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Tableau Software, Geospatial Information and Technology, Data Analysis, Analytical Skills, Application Deployment, Network Analysis, Financial Data, Financial Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting
5
Rating, 5 out of 5 stars
7 reviews
Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Visualization for Data Journalism
Skills you'll gain: Data Visualization, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Presentation, Infographics, Data Visualization Software, Data Wrangling, Data Storytelling, Plotly, Matplotlib, Journalism, Graphing, Statistical Visualization, Graphic and Visual Design, Color Theory, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Visual Design, Design Elements And Principles
4.5
Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
67 reviews
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months
Macquarie University
Excel Fundamentals for Data Analysis
Skills you'll gain: Excel Formulas, Microsoft Excel, Data Cleansing, Data Manipulation, Data Transformation, Data Validation, Data Analysis, Pivot Tables And Charts, Automation
4.8
Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
3.9K reviews
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months