This is the first course in the Google Data Analytics Certificate. Organizations of all kinds need data analysts to help them improve their processes, identify opportunities and trends, launch new products, and make thoughtful decisions. In this course, you’ll be introduced to the world of data analytics through hands-on curriculum developed by Google. The material shared covers plenty of key data analytics topics, and it’s designed to give you an overview of what’s to come in the Google Data Analytics Certificate. Current Google data analysts will instruct and provide you with hands-on ways to accomplish common data analyst tasks using the best tools and resources.
Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere
Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere
This course is part of Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
Instructor: Google Career Certificates
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What you'll learn
Define and explain key concepts involved in data analytics including data, data analysis, and data ecosystems.
Conduct an analytical thinking self assessment giving specific examples of the application of analytical thinking.
Discuss the role of spreadsheets, query languages, and data visualization tools in data analytics.
Describe the role of a data analyst with specific reference to jobs.
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8 quizzes, 9 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Professional Certificate.
- Learn new concepts from industry experts
- Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
- Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
- Earn a shareable career certificate from Google
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There are 4 modules in this course
Data helps us make decisions in both everyday life and in business. In this part of the course, you’ll learn how data analysts use a variety of tools and skills to inform those decisions. You’ll also get to know more about this course and the overall program expectations.
What's included
13 videos12 readings2 quizzes2 assignments4 plugins
In this part of the course, you'll learn about the data life cycle and data analysis process. They are both relevant to your work in this program and on the job. You’ll also be introduced to applications that help guide data through the data analysis process.
What's included
5 videos5 readings1 quiz4 assignments1 plugin
Spreadsheets, query languages, and data visualization tools are all a big part of a data analyst’s job. In this part of the course, you’ll learn the basic concepts to use them for data analysis. You’ll also understand how they work through interesting examples.
What's included
6 videos6 readings3 quizzes1 assignment
In this part of the course, you’ll examine different types of businesses and the jobs and tasks that analysts do for them. You’ll also learn how a Google Data Analytics Certificate will help you meet many of the requirements for an analyst position with these organizations.
What's included
11 videos7 readings2 quizzes2 assignments1 plugin
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DA
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Reviewed on Oct 7, 2021
Very good course, giving beginners an overview of various aspects of data analysis, as well as having data analysts share their experiences, which is a great way for learners to get to know the field.
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Reviewed on Sep 9, 2021
i love the course as it helped me understand the importance of asking the right questions, understanding the problem and expectations of stakeholders and impotance and the right way of communicatilon.
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Reviewed on Jun 26, 2021
It's interesting for all, who tried to understand, if they want to become data analysts, or analysts at all. Some topics were "empty" - they didn't give new information. But mostly, it is great course
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