Description

Outline

In today's data-driven world, the ability to extract meaningful insights from information is paramount. Data analysis empowers organizations across all industries to make informed decisions, optimize processes, and achieve strategic goals. This course provides a comprehensive foundation in data analysis, equipping you with the essential skills to unlock the power of your data.

What you'll gain:

• Targeted Technique Selection: Develop the expertise to select the most appropriate data analysis techniques based on the characteristics of your data set and the specific goals of your analysis.
• Data Preprocessing Proficiency: Master the art of data cleaning and structuring, transforming raw information into a well-organized format suitable for advanced analysis.
• Spreadsheet Software Mastery: Delve into intermediate-level spreadsheet functionalities, including creating tables and graphs using advanced techniques, pivot tables, advanced formulas, and custom sorting, enabling you to extract deeper insights from your data.
• Bias Mitigation Strategies: Gain a thorough understanding of potential biases within data sets and explore techniques to mitigate their influence, ensuring the objectivity and accuracy of your analysis.
• Explore Forecasting Models: Learn how forecasting models can be used to predict future trends and make data-driven decisions that propel your organization forward.

By the course's conclusion, you will be able to:

• Confidently select the most effective data analysis methods tailored to your specific project requirements.
• Preprocess and structure data sets for efficient and accurate analysis.
• Leverage advanced spreadsheet techniques to uncover hidden patterns and relationships within your data, including creating informative tables and graphs.
• Identify and address potential biases to ensure the integrity and reliability of your analysis.
• Select forecasting model options for predictive analytics to guide strategic decision-making.

This course is designed for individuals of all backgrounds, from those with limited data analysis experience seeking a strong foundation to those looking to refine and expand their existing skill set.  Join us and embark on a journey to transform data into actionable insights, empowering you to contribute meaningfully to data-driven decision-making within your organization.

Course Dates and Times

The next available course runs Monday, October 28 - Sunday, December 15, 2024.
Learners and instructors will meet as a group to workshop their design project at 6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m. US Central Time on: 

• October 31, November 7, 14, 21, December 5 & 12

Course Format

This six-week course blends elements of asynchronous and synchronous components to provide learners with flexibility in project work, while also having face-to-face time with instructors and fellow learners via Zoom. 
Each week students will:

attend one 90-minute Zoom, during which students will participate in discussions and workshop their project with the instructor and peers

complete three hours of assignments or project work

Students will be graded based on completion of assessed assignments/projects.

Technology Requirements

To participate in this course, learners will need:

• Access to Microsoft Excel
  • If you do not already have Excel, you can download a free version 
• Basic Excel skills - this course will teach towards intermediate Excel skills, so we recommend you have some skills in Excel including using functions

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Applies Toward the Following:

• Applied Data Analysis Certificate : Required Courses