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Introduction to Career Skills in Data Analytics

With Robin Hunt Liked by 25,090 users
Duration: 2h 21m Skill level: Beginner Released: 8/12/2022

Course details

Are you ready to take the first step on your journey as a data analyst? Whatever your goals, you don’t need a background in computer science to get started today. In this course, instructor Robin Hunt gives you a comprehensive, behind-the-scenes look at what it’s really like to be a data analyst, from wielding data concepts and business intelligence skills, to landing your first role and advancing your career.

Explore the power of data and data analysis to develop a better understanding of the role. Learn about business intelligence, data-driven decision-making, data collection methods, discovery, and interpretation, as well as how to structure, assess, and transform data using core functions in Excel and Power BI. Gather insights from Robin on modeling, visualization, and mapping out the job market as an early-career analyst. By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills you need to set out on a new career path and tackle the Microsoft GSI Data Analytics certification exam.

This course is part of a Professional Certificate from Microsoft.

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  • Shibana M Shibana M

    Shibana M

    Student at Shanmugha Arts, Science, Technology & Research Academy (SASTRA), Thanjavur. Currently Pursuing Master's of Data Science

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    Full-Stack Development Enthusiast | BCA Student | Eager to Contribute to the Web Development World with Innovative Solutions | Tech Explorer.

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  • Ravi kumar Ravi kumar

    Ravi kumar

    Aspiring Data Analyst | Power BI | SQL | Python | Excel | Actively Seeking Entry-Level Roles & Internships

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  • Practice while you learn 1 exercise file
  • Test your knowledge 8 quizzes
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