Data Analytics

Futures

Learn how to collect, analyze and present data to make informed decisions for your business, community, or employer.

Application Deadline

TBD

Start
Date

TBD

Course
Length

8

Weekly
Schedule

Wednesdays, 10:30AM-1:30PM

Program
Delivery

Live, online instruction

No dates available

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About This Course

All businesses, organizations, and communities collect data, whether its sales figures, market research, logistics, or environmental rehabilitation on the land. No matter what the data is, a data analyst’s job is to translate it into plain language that helps employers and clients make informed decisions. The data analytics course teaches you how to build and manage databases, identify dataset trends, and present insights by building visually dynamic dashboards using the latest data analysis software.

This course is delivered by a trusted partner, meaning that it is not taught by our instructors. Applicants to this course will complete the same application form and are eligible to receive the same supports as other courses. Learn more about this course on our partner's website here.

This course is in partnership with:

Learning Outcomes

Data collection and analysis
Advanced Excel data analysis
Data cleaning
SQL for data analysis
Visualization and presentation of data
Tools used: MAMP, Excel, Tableau

Credentials earned upon completion

Professional Certificate

You'll Gain

Career-ready professional skills and certifications.

You'll Need to Have

An internet connection and basic computer skills including; laptop operation and maintenance, video conferencing, MS office as well as some developed skills within the area you’re interested in pursuing.

Job Outlook

Common job titles are database analyst, database architect, database administrator, and more. There are approximately 4,600 people working in this field in BC, earning between $20.19 and $56.41 an hour.