Data Analyst

Almost every analyst, product and data role uses SQL to answer questions directly from company data.

Start with

• · Learn SELECT, WHERE, GROUP BY and JOIN on a practice dataset
• · Answer ten real questions about a public dataset

Python is the default language for data analysis, machine learning and scripting, and a common first language for engineers.

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• · Complete an introductory course with exercises
• · Automate a small task you do weekly

Statistics helps you avoid misleading conclusions and is required for data, economics and research roles.

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• · Cover descriptive statistics, distributions and hypothesis tests
• · Run a simple A/B test analysis

Analysts are judged on how clearly they communicate findings, not just on the analysis itself.

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• · Learn when to use bar, line and scatter charts
• · Build a one-page dashboard

Finance, consulting and business roles rely on spreadsheets daily for analysis and communication.

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• · Learn lookups, pivot tables and charts
• · Rebuild a simple budget or financial statement

Essays, research reports, policy memos and scholarship applications all depend on strong writing.

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• · Write a one-page memo each week
• · Enter an essay competition