By the end of this course, learners will be able to analyze, query, and manipulate data efficiently using PROC SQL within the SAS programming environment. Learners will develop the ability to structure datasets, apply filtering logic, manage variables, and combine data from multiple sources using SQL joins and set operators.

Analyze and Manipulate Data Using SAS PROC SQL

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What you'll learn
Analyze and manipulate data using PROC SQL to filter, structure, and manage datasets in SAS.
Combine data from multiple sources using SQL joins and set operators for practical analysis tasks.
Write clear, efficient PROC SQL queries to improve data workflow efficiency and readability.
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February 2026
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There are 2 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to PROC SQL in SAS, explaining its role, syntax, and advantages for querying and manipulating data, while covering essential techniques such as variable renaming, labeling, formatting, and filtering for effective data preparation.
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6 videos4 assignments
This module focuses on advanced PROC SQL capabilities, including column management, SQL joins, and set operators, enabling learners to efficiently combine, structure, and analyze data from multiple sources within SAS.
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5 videos3 assignments
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