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Big Data courses can help you learn data analysis, data visualization, statistical modeling, and data mining techniques. You can build skills in interpreting large datasets, designing data-driven strategies, and utilizing machine learning algorithms. Many courses introduce tools like Hadoop, Spark, and Tableau, that support processing vast amounts of information and presenting insights effectively. Additionally, you may explore topics such as data warehousing, predictive analytics, and the ethical implications of data usage.


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Popular Big Data Courses and Certifications


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    Google Cloud

    Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow en Español

    Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Serverless Computing, Data Processing, Apache Kafka, Cloud Security, Identity and Access Management, Debugging, Google Cloud Platform, System Monitoring, Real Time Data, Data Integrity, Data Transformation, CI/CD, Containerization, Data Storage Technologies, SQL, Unit Testing, Performance Tuning, Scalability

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Google Cloud

    Serverless Data Processing Dataflow em Português Brasileiro

    Skills you'll gain: Dataflow, Data Pipelines, Apache Kafka, Serverless Computing, Site Reliability Engineering, Debugging, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Security, Real Time Data, Data Integrity, Data Security, Data Processing, Performance Tuning, System Monitoring, Google Cloud Platform, CI/CD, Unit Testing, Pandas (Python Package), Data Transformation, SQL

    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of California San Diego

    Teaching Impacts of Technology: Data Collection, Use, and Privacy

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Cybersecurity, Pedagogy, Data Security, Cryptography, Information Privacy, Encryption, Responsible AI, AI Personalization, Computer Science, Information Technology, Web Applications, Web Servers, Machine Learning, Supervised Learning

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    EDHEC Business School

    Python and Machine-Learning for Asset Management with Alternative Data Sets

    Skills you'll gain: Text Mining, Network Analysis, Data Visualization Software, Machine Learning Methods, Unstructured Data, Predictive Modeling, Web Scraping, Social Network Analysis, Financial Statements, Financial Market, Financial Analysis, Investments, Financial Modeling, Asset Management, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Consumer Behaviour

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    EDUCBA

    NoSQL Databases: Analyze & Implement Scalable Systems

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Mahout, NoSQL, Big Data, Databases, Real Time Data, Scalability, Distributed Computing, Data Persistence, Database Architecture and Administration, Model Evaluation, Data Integrity, Unstructured Data, Machine Learning Algorithms, Classification Algorithms

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Database systems

    Skills you'll gain: NoSQL, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Database Management, SQL, Extract, Transform, Load, Databases, Data Mining, Business Intelligence, Big Data, Database Architecture and Administration, Information Systems, Database Systems, MySQL, Predictive Analytics, Database Design, MongoDB, Data Modeling, Scalability, Database Management Systems

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Getting Started with CyberGIS

    Skills you'll gain: Geospatial Information and Technology, Geographic Information Systems, Apache Hadoop, Spatial Data Analysis, Geospatial Mapping, Spatial Analysis, Big Data, Matplotlib, Data Processing, Computational Thinking, Distributed Computing, Data Manipulation, Python Programming

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Washington

    Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods

    Skills you'll gain: Unsupervised Learning, Supervised Learning, Statistical Machine Learning, Predictive Analytics, Advanced Analytics, Data Analysis, R Programming, Statistical Methods, Statistical Inference, Statistical Analysis, Machine Learning Algorithms, Machine Learning, Graph Theory, Classification Algorithms, Probability & Statistics, Big Data

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Introdução à Ciência e Engenharia de Dados

    Skills you'll gain: Big Data, Data Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Data Modeling, Analytics, Data Science, Data Analysis, Business Analytics, Data Processing, Predictive Analytics, Databases, Machine Learning Methods

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    IBM

    Machine Learning with Apache Spark

    Skills you'll gain: Apache Spark, Machine Learning, Generative AI, PySpark, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Supervised Learning, Apache Hadoop, Data Pipelines, Unsupervised Learning, Data Preprocessing, Data Processing, Extract, Transform, Load, Predictive Modeling, Regression Analysis

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    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Análise de Dados para Workforce Management

    Skills you'll gain: Workforce Management, People Analytics, Big Data, HR Tech, Workforce Planning, Data Mining, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Human Resource Strategy, Deep Learning, Human Resources Management and Planning, Digital Transformation, Human Resources, Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Data Modeling, R Programming, Analytics, Data Science, Data Manipulation

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    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Inteligência Artificial Aplicada ao CRM

    Skills you'll gain: Customer Relationship Management, Customer Data Management, Big Data, Data Mining, Predictive Analytics, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Sales Process, Ggplot2, Data Visualization Software, Plot (Graphics), Data Modeling, Customer experience strategy (CX), R Programming, Customer Insights, Analytics, Business Metrics, Data Science, Data Manipulation, Applied Machine Learning, Machine Learning Algorithms

    4.4
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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular big data courses

  • Serverless Data Processing with Dataflow en Español: Google Cloud
  • Serverless Data Processing Dataflow em Português Brasileiro: Google Cloud
  • Teaching Impacts of Technology: Data Collection, Use, and Privacy: University of California San Diego
  • Python and Machine-Learning for Asset Management with Alternative Data Sets: EDHEC Business School
  • NoSQL Databases: Analyze & Implement Scalable Systems: EDUCBA
  • Database systems: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Getting Started with CyberGIS: University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
  • Practical Predictive Analytics: Models and Methods: University of Washington
  • Introdução à Ciência e Engenharia de Dados: Fundação Instituto de Administração
  • Machine Learning with Apache Spark: IBM

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