Data Analyst Training Course (Excel, SQL & Power BI)

Birmingham
3 days ago
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Your route into data, fully funded.

Data skills are among the most in-demand in today's job market, and this fully government-funded course allows you to study around your current job or commitments to get an NCFE Level 3 Certificate in Data. It takes you from the fundamentals all the way through to analysis, visualisation and reporting, the skills hiring managers are actively looking for.

Past learners have gone on to roles such as Junior Data Analyst, Operations Analyst, Business Intelligence Assistant and Database Administrator, across tech, finance, healthcare and the public sector.

Course details

  • Duration: 17 weeks

  • Format: Online, live practical workshops

  • Days: Monday to Thursday

  • Times: 6:00pm to 9:00pm

    What you'll learn

  • Data Management: Sourcing, gathering and storing data securely

  • Data Cleansing: Collating and formatting raw data for accurate processing

  • Analysis & Insight: Analysing datasets to support real business decisions

  • Visualisation: Presenting findings clearly to stakeholders

  • Tools & Tech: Hands-on exposure to Excel, SQL and Power BI concepts

  • Compliance: Secure data handling and GDPR principles

  • Collaboration: Working and developing professionally in a team environment

    Where could this take you?

    Graduates of this course have been connected with our UK-wide network of partner employers working with leading brands. Roles our learners have moved into include:

  • Junior Data Analyst

  • Reporting Assistant

  • Data Administrator

  • Business Analyst

    Is this for you?

    To be eligible, you must:

  • Live in the West Midlands

  • Be aged 19 or over

  • Earn below £34,194 gross per year

  • Not currently be on another government-funded training programme

  • Have lived in the UK/EU for the last 3 years and have the right to work in the UK, Student and Graduate visas are not eligible

    Cost: Free

    This is a fully government-funded course with no fees to pay. Complete the training, build in-demand data skills, and get connected with employers ready to hire

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