Data Analytics Foundations Course: Online Learning

This course includes

12 hours of project-based training from experts
Software Access
Answers from real instructors
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution

This beginner-level course provides an introduction to the key stages of the data analytics process, covering essential topics such as descriptive and inferential statistics, and data distribution concepts.

Explore how organizations use predictive and prescriptive analytics to make informed strategic decisions. Gain insight into the tools commonly used in the industry and the growing influence of Big Data in shaping business operations.

Learn about foundational statistical methods, algorithms, and models used for data analysis and forecasting. Gain hands-on experience in applying these techniques to solve real-world problems.

Grasp core statistical concepts such as measures of central tendency, data dispersion, and the normal curve
Explore descriptive and inferential statistics, including probability distributions like binomial and Poisson
Analyze and forecast data using correlation, linear regression, and multiple regression techniques
Apply predictive analytics using tools such as trendlines, moving averages, and scenario modeling
Create effective data visualizations with charts, histograms, icon sets, color scales, sparklines, and pivot tables
Learn prescriptive analytics techniques like Solver and linear programming to optimize decision-making

This course has a prerequisite

Students should feel comfortable using Excel at a basic level. Experience equal to our Excel Level II: Intermediate class is strongly recommended, but not required.

Tuition

As one of our smaller courses, tuition for this course is due in full before the start date. The best way to save on this course is to take it as part of a certificate program.

Full Tuition

$595
Due before the class starts

This course includes

12 hours of project-based training from experts
Software Access
Answers from real instructors
Verified digital certificate of completion
Learn at an accredited institution

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Participate in VDCI online discussion forums — share ideas and receive additional support.
Hands-on quizzes and mini projects to test and reinforce concepts.

Expert Instructors

Our instructors are veterans of their field and experienced educators, driven to help you succeed.

Garfield Stinvil

Instructor

Eugenio Solis de Ovando

Instructor

Colin Jaffe

Instructor

Brian McClain

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Earn a Certificate of Completion

Upon completion of this course, you’ll receive an official certificate testifying to your mastery of the curriculum. We’ll send you a link where you can download your certificate, share it online with your friends, post it to your professional network on LinkedIn, and view all your earned certificates. Congratulations on your achievement!

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Data Analytics Foundations Course Online Curriculum

Course Syllabus

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Basic Data Analysis

Measures of Central Tendency
Measures of Position
Measures of Dispersion
The Normal Curve
Descriptive Statistics

Predictive Analytics I

Forecasting
Series Forecast

Data Visualization I

Charts
Icon Sets
Histograms
Moving Average

Predictive Analytics

Correlation
Regression - overview
Regression - analysis
Linear regression
Multiple regression

Probability

Probability I
Probability II
Binomial Probability
Poisson Probability

Prescriptive Analytics I

What If Analysis
Data Table (3 variables)
Scenario Manager
Scenario Manager - Pivot

Data Visualization II

Sparklines
Color Scales
Drawing Shapes
Pivot Tables
Pivot Charts

Prescriptive Analytics II

Solver - overview
Linear Programming
The Solver model
Non-Linear Programming
Evolutionary Solver

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Corporate & Onsite Data Analytics Training

Purchase group class vouchers at a discount for our regularly-scheduled group classes, or create a custom training program at your offices.

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Available onsite at your location
Modern computer labs available at our offices
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Free instructor consultations to finalize content

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Extensive offerings and flexible scheduling
Simple billing and logistics
Computers and training resources provided

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	10% non-refundable deposit
$595.00	Total You Pay