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About the Course

This is the first of seven courses in the Google Advanced Data Analytics Certificate, which will help develop the skills needed to apply for more advanced data professional roles, such as an entry-level data scientist or advanced-level data analyst. Data professionals analyze data to help businesses make better decisions. To do this, they use powerful techniques like data storytelling, statistics, and machine learning. In this course, you’ll begin your learning journey by exploring the role of data professionals in the workplace. You’ll also learn about the project workflow PACE (Plan, Analyze, Construct, Execute) and how it can help you organize data projects. Google employees who currently work in the field will guide you through this course by providing hands-on activities that simulate relevant tasks, sharing examples from their day-to-day work, and helping you enhance your data analytics skills to prepare for your career. Learners who complete the seven courses in this program will have the skills needed to apply for data science and advanced data analytics jobs. This certificate assumes prior knowledge of foundational analytical principles, skills, and tools covered in the Google Data Analytics Certificate. By the end of this course, you will: -Describe the functions of data analytics and data science within an organization -Identify tools used by data professionals -Explore the value of data-based roles in organizations -Investigate career opportunities for a data professional -Explain a data project workflow -Develop effective communication skills...

Top reviews

NM

Feb 24, 2024

I have really got a fine refresher through this course. One of the basic idea of preparing PACE strategy document and understanding on RACI matrix was new for me. I recommend this course to every one.

RM

Sep 21, 2024

Good intro. Was able to move through quickly to suit my level of comfort with material. Was more about filling in some practical details for me, rather than introducing me to a 'whole new world'.

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By Vỷ H

Jan 24, 2024

Good

By Rajeshkumar T

Dec 4, 2023

good

By Sarthak R

Dec 1, 2023

Nice

By Ryan H

Oct 23, 2023

good

By Saqib A

Oct 3, 2023

nice

By Christian V

Sep 12, 2023

very

By DIWAKAR S

Jun 4, 2023

Good

By tanisha

Oct 8, 2024

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Aug 2, 2024

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By Mohamed F H

Jul 6, 2023

I'm thrilled to share that I've successfully completed the first part of the Google Advanced Data Analytics Certification course, "Foundations of Data Science"! 📊🔍During this comprehensive program, I've gained a deep understanding of the core concepts, tools, and techniques used in the field of data science. From data exploration and visualization to statistical analysis and machine learning, this course has equipped me with the essential skills needed to derive valuable insights from complex datasets.I want to express my gratitude to Google for offering this remarkable learning opportunity and providing an exceptional curriculum. The course was challenging yet highly rewarding, pushing me to expand my analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.I'm now more confident than ever in my ability to tackle real-world data challenges and make data-driven decisions that drive meaningful outcomes. 📈💡I would like to extend a special thanks to my instructors and fellow classmates who contributed to the collaborative and engaging learning environment. It was a pleasure to connect with professionals from diverse backgrounds, all passionate about leveraging data for positive change.I'm excited to continue my journey in the Google Advanced Data Analytics Certification course, as I delve deeper into the intricacies of advanced data analytics and gain expertise in topics such as BigQuery, machine learning algorithms, and data visualization.If you're interested in the exciting world of data analytics and the power it holds to transform businesses, I highly recommend exploring this certification program offered by Google.

By Saad A K

Jun 30, 2023

The course did generally do a good job of providing necessary background knowlege about data careers and setting the pace for the upcoming courses. The only little thing I found that got annoying was for the final quarter of the course where things seemed to get a bit repetitive. Sane concepts about the PACE workflow were being repeated over and overagain in seperate reading and videos. I understand that the concepts being explained were important so it was important to reiterate but I think they wre reiterated a bit too much. Think the course can shave a few hours of without the unnecssary repetition. Overall though I really did find thhe course very helpful which is the most important thing.

By Steven M

Aug 14, 2023

Hi everyone,

This is honestly a great class, but it felt like a summary of the previous Google Data Analytics Certificate. In fact, I found myself having to speed up the videos since I just reviewed most of it.

Overall though, one very nice aspect about this course over the previous certificate was that you dive into job opportunities and projects right away. I thought that that was a much better option instead of having to wait until the end of the course like the original.

Can't wait to do class 2!

-Steven A. Monserrate

By Francesco V

Nov 1, 2023

I did like most of the material and I liked that the course puts the job of a data analyst in a context by also introducing not technical aspects of the job. However, although the course seems to be gathered for data analysis, the instructors and the examples throughout the course mentions mostly data scientists, which becomes annoying after a while. The course seems to be too "introductory" to prepare yourself fully for a data science role, and still this role is brought up consistently throughout the lectures.

By Corey F

Nov 14, 2023

While the course was engaging and interesting I find it a little strange that we are being taught about networking, mentorships, and LinkedIn profiles at the start of a course designed to give real world skills for data analysis. Landing the job is important but I feel like this content should be an optional final course for the advanced certificate. Quality of content was good, readings were up to date which is a change from a lot of online courses.

By Chiffon N

Jun 8, 2023

Informative course on the spectrum of data science, the different roles of data scientist and their standing in a data team. I'm impressed that this heavily emphasizes project management and communication at the very beginning. However, 4 star is rated because there are a lot of readings in a row. I prefer reading to videos, but I also got tired reading a ton and resorted to AI summary later in the course.

By Dylan V d L D

Mar 11, 2024

A well made foundational cource about the data career workflow. How a data project is carried out and other important skills needed in the workspace for a success in the project are discussed. With a focus on on interpersonal skills this cource also covers the data career market space & skills that would help standout more & land your first jobin the data field.

By Shivanshu K

Jun 8, 2024

While the course builds a great foundation for anyone entering the data-career space, sometimes it goes a bit beyond the limit into the details that might not have been necessary to understand fully at the moment. Overall, it was a decent course and it surely helped me gain a little more interest in the data analytics.

By Diego R F

Oct 3, 2023

It's really important to know how a data project is developed inside a company, the data stategy and more. Maybe you can make it more professional and maybe show real cases examples of the past or something like that. Showing how a project was developed from the begining it can be really insightful.

By Ravikanth D

Nov 1, 2024

The material about PACE in module 5 does not align with the strategy document in the Course 1 project. For ex: the PACE strategy document exemplar in the project identifies some tasks that they belong to multiple stages, but the material does not make that immediately clear.

By DeepakPandidurai

Jun 12, 2024

It was interesting to know the wide range of opportunities and the foundational skills required for each. The course is structured well and informative supporting material are provided. Excited to continue with the rest of the courses in this certificate programme

By Hyder H

Oct 16, 2024

This course was quite helpful in understanding the diverse data professions their requirements and their work ethics this course majorly builds you up to learn about effective planning and achieving the first milestone in making our future project a success.

By fasih A

May 7, 2024

I take one star because it have less vedios . but its very helpfull in pace strategy which give tool to plan my day and gain new skill daily and something meaning full from my day and not that much insights about data but its beginner level introduction

By Htay P

Sep 16, 2024

it is supportive even for revisiting if you have learn data science in college. it really worth the time to take this course especially you are to face data science and statistics linked project. Thanks for the course provider.

By Shanthan K

Aug 1, 2024

Much needed course for me, a person who is in middle of basic and advanced concepts of data science for overall quality of understanding how does the data is managed, organized, analysed in organizations was explained very well

By Elizanne L

Jul 18, 2023

This was a really great course to get you in the right mindset to continue with the certificate. I have learned how to complete the appropriate documentation and how important communication is. I look forward to learning more!