Free GeeksforGeeks Data Analytics Training using Excel, SQL, Python & PowerBI Alternative
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About the Course
The Data Analytics Training using Excel, SQL, Python & PowerBI program offered by GeeksforGeeks focuses on equipping participants with essential skills in data analysis using tools such as Excel, SQL, Python, and Power BI. The program is structured to enhance practical knowledge through hands-on projects and a unique challenge system designed to motivate learners.
Course Structure
The course is organized into several key components:
- Excel for Data Analysis:
- Introduction to Excel
- Advanced formulas and functions
- SQL and Database Fundamentals:
- Basics of SQL
- Data retrieval using SELECT statements
- Aggregation and grouping techniques
- Advanced SQL concepts including window functions, joins, and subqueries
- Python for Data Analysis:
- Introduction to Python programming
- Data manipulation and analysis using libraries like Pandas and NumPy
- Power BI for Data Visualization:
- Creating interactive dashboards
- Data modeling and reporting
Moocable Alternative
We carefully study a bootcamp/influencer course and provide a free/affordable alternative using MOOCs (online courses, books...). In addition, you can find study partners and have your own DIY-bootcamp for free!
Syllabus
We will be studying the IBM Data Analyst Professional Certificate, a program taught by IBM, offered by Coursera. Here's the syllabus in detail:
1. Introduction to Data Analytics
IBM via Coursera
This course presents you with a gentle introduction to Data Analysis, the role of a Data Analyst, and the tools used in this job. You will learn about the skills and responsibilities of a data analyst and hear from several data experts sharing their tips & advice to start a career.
- Free course
- Difficulty: Beginner
2. Excel Basics for Data Analysis
IBM via Coursera
This course is designed to give you a basic working knowledge of Excel and how to use it for analyzing data. This course is suitable for those who are interested in pursuing a career in data analysis or data science, as well as anyone looking to use Excel for data analysis in their own domain. No prior experience with spreadsheets or coding is required
- Free course
- Difficulty: Beginner
3. Data Visualization and Dashboards with Excel and Cognos
IBM via Coursera
Learn how to create data visualizations and dashboards using spreadsheets and analytics tools. This course covers some of the first steps for telling a compelling story with your data using various types of charts and graphs. You'll learn the basics of visualizing data with Excel and IBM Cognos Analytics without having to write any code.
- Free course
- Difficulty: Beginner
4. Python for Data Science, AI & Development
IBM via Coursera
Kickstart your learning of Python with this beginner-friendly self-paced course taught by an expert. Python is one of the most popular languages in the programming and data science world and demand for individuals who have the ability to apply Python has never been higher. This introduction to Python course will take you from zero to programming in Python in a matter of hours—no prior programming experience necessary!
- Free course
- Difficulty: Beginner
5. Python Project for Data Science
IBM via Coursera
This mini-course is intended to for you to demonstrate foundational Python skills for working with data. This course primarily involves completing a project in which you will assume the role of a Data Scientist or a Data Analyst and be provided with a real-world data set and a real-world inspired scenario to identify patterns and trends.
- Free course
- Difficulty: Intermediate
6. Databases and SQL for Data Science with Python
IBM via Coursera
Working knowledge of SQL (or Structured Query Language) is a must for data professionals like Data Scientists, Data Analysts and Data Engineers. Much of the world's data resides in databases. SQL is a powerful language used for communicating with and extracting data from databases. In this course you will learn SQL inside out- from the very basics of Select statements to advanced concepts like JOINs.
- Free course
- Difficulty: Beginner
7. Data Analysis with Python
IBM via Coursera
Analyzing data with Python is an essential skill for Data Scientists and Data Analysts. This course will take you from the basics of data analysis with Python to building and evaluating data models. Topics covered include: - collecting and importing data - cleaning, preparing & formatting data - data frame manipulation - summarizing data - building machine learning regression models - model refinement - creating data pipelines
- Free course
- Difficulty: Intermediate
8. Data Visualization with Python
IBM via Coursera
One of the most important skills of successful data scientists and data analysts is the ability to tell a compelling story by visualizing data and findings in an approachable and stimulating way. In this course you will learn many ways to effectively visualize both small and large-scale data.
- Free course
- Difficulty: Beginner
9. IBM Data Analyst Capstone Project
IBM via Coursera
By completing this final capstone project you will apply various Data Analytics skills and techniques that you have learned as part of the previous courses in the IBM Data Analyst Professional Certificate. You will assume the role of an Associate Data Analyst who has recently joined the organization and be presented with a business challenge that requires data analysis to be performed on real-world datasets.
- Free course
- Difficulty: Intermediate
10. Generative AI: Enhance your Data Analytics Career
IBM via Coursera
This comprehensive course unravels the potential of generative AI in data analytics. The course will provide an in-depth knowledge of the fundamental concepts, models, tools, and generative AI applications regarding the data analytics landscape.
- Free course
- Difficulty: Intermediate
11. Data Analyst Career Guide and Interview Preparation
IBM via Coursera
Get Certified
All the courses listed above are FREE to enroll. You can audit Coursera courses for free.
However, we understand that some learners need to get certified. In this case, you can still follow our syllabus and pay for the certificates.
If you pay for the certificates, you will obtain certificates granted by:
- IBM
- for less than 1/2th the cost of GeeksforGeeks program.
Benefits
Save upto INR 11,000
That's how much you'll save by choosing the alternative route versus GeeksforGeeks Data Analytics Training using Excel, SQL, Python & PowerBI program. You'll learn the same skills and topics, without the expensive price tag.
Curriculum taught by world-class experts
Our alternative syllabus is taught/provided by world-class experts
- IBM
Better material, richer communities
Unlike GeeksforGeeks' program, all the resources in our syllabus are free to access. That means it's open to more scrutiny and improvements.
In addition, all the courses & books listed in our syllabus have over +100k learners (cumulative) . That means, you can find peers, study partners, and reviews easily.
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Certificate recognised world-wide
Institutions like "IBM", "Coursera", etc, are recognised globally. These certificates have more credibility and authority, and can help you get better jobs.
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