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Data Analysis is quickly becoming one of the most sought-after skills in the workplace. Companies have vast amounts of data, but it is rare to have someone with the ability to analyze that data to see trends and make predictions. This course will give you a basic understanding of how to analyze data in a business setting. Businesses look for candidates with an understanding of how to analyze the data they have been collecting; this course will help you start on that journey.
CEUs/ILUs: 1.6
Length (in hours): 16
Price in USD $195.00
Price in CAD $265.00
Agenda
Unit 1
Understanding Data
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Identify sources of Data
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Discover methods of Collecting Data
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Examine Quantitative Data
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Examine Qualitative Data
Unit 2
Processing Data
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Introduction to Statistics
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Determine the Appropriate Statistical Method for use in various scenarios
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Identify methods of Sorting and Filtering Data
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Categorize Data
Unit 3
Analyzing Data
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Discuss Probability and the Normal Distribution
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Perform Trend Analysis
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Perform Breakeven Analysis
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Understand basic Statistical Modelling
Unit 4
Interpreting and Presenting Results
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Design Professional-looking Tables
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Generate Effective Charts
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Create Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts
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Compile a Dashboard for Management
Hear from our past students
It was challenging and informative. I learned a great deal in the course that can be immediately applied in my job. Thank you - Brenda Kohl, Cincinnati, OH
The ability to log on at odd hours was incredibly valuable to me! This course was just what I had hoped for. Thank you John. - James Martin, Dallas, TX
This was a terrific course. I found myself excited to start studying each day. It explained all aspects of the course clearly. - Brenda Green, Durham, NC