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Introduction to Data Analytics

This course is designed to help learners understand and apply the core concepts of big data and data analytics. By exploring real-world applications, participants will gain essential skills in data analysis, visualization, and decision-making.

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3 hrs 29 mins

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45 Lessons

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5.5 NASBA CPE Credits

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Language: English

The Intro to Data Analytics Course offers a comprehensive journey into the world of big data and analytics. Through a combination of foundational learning, statistical tools, and hands-on case studies, participants will delve into techniques for analyzing complex datasets to uncover trends, patterns, and actionable insights.

The course emphasizes practical application, ensuring learners are equipped to solve real-world problems. 

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In this course, you'll learn...

✅  Big Data Fundamentals: Understand what big data is, its characteristics, and its impact on decision-making.

✅  Core Analytical Techniques: Gain proficiency in descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics.

✅  Statistical Bootcamp: Learn key statistical concepts like averages, standard deviation, correlation, and regression analysis.

✅  Data Visualization: Master tools and methods for visual representation of data insights.

✅  Case Study Application: Apply analytics to a real-world business scenario involving gender pay gap analysis.

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How you'll apply these skills...

  • In Business Decision-Making: Use data-driven insights to enhance business strategies and operations.
  • In Problem Solving: Analyze and interpret large datasets to identify and resolve organizational challenges.
  • For Strategic Planning: Predict trends and model future outcomes to guide decision-making.
  • In Communication: Present complex data in accessible formats through visualization techniques.

Additional Info

📝  Format
      3-6 minute videos, 6 quizzes, and a final exam

🖥️  Field of Study
      Statistics

💼  CPEs
      5.5

📋  Prerequisites
      You don’t need any background in statistics or advanced math. However, you should have an intermediate knowledge of Excel (e.g. IF statements, VLOOKUP, COUNTIFS, etc.). If you are not comfortable with these Excel tools, we highly recommend taking our Microsoft Excel Bootcamp.

      Also, we strongly recommend taking our Dynamic Dashboards course which goes hand-and-hand with this course.

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