Preparing to Get a Job in Data Analytics

This course offers a friendly guide to landing a job in the in-demand field of data analytics, including how to upskill, maximize LinkedIn, and build a tailored portfolio.

Introduction

• Data analytics: From initial interest to job interview

1. What Is Data Analytics?

• What is data analytics?
• What does a data analyst do?
• What are the different types of data analytics?
• Should you be a data analyst?
• How much work does it take to be a data analyst?

2. How to Upskill and Learn Data Analyst Skills

• Skills needed in data analysis
• How to learn statistics for data analytics
• How to learn basic data skills for data analytics
• How to learn Power BI and Tableau for data analytics
• How to learn SQL for data analytics
• How to learn programming in Python or R for data analytics

3. How to Network and Use LinkedIn for Data Analytics

• LinkedIn profile: First impressions
• LinkedIn profile: Skills, experience, and recommendations
• How to build a personal brand for data analytics
• How to maximize LinkedIn and network for data analytics
• How to get interviews for data analytics

4. How to Build a Portfolio for Data Analytics

• What is a data analytics portfolio?
• How and where to build a portfolio
• How to pick projects related to the role and industry
• How to leverage a portfolio in interviews

Conclusion

• Start upskilling, networking, and building a portfolio