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About the Course

This is the first of eight 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 eight 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 25, 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.

JA

Jul 16, 2023

interesting course outline and assessments given. and i also commend our various course instructors throughout our learning process for thei words of encouragement. thanks.

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By David A

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Jun 2, 2023

Very impactful course

By Mohamed A K

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Apr 8, 2023

Great clear concepts!

By Subramanian A

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May 31, 2024

Useful for beginners

By Mehwish z

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Dec 28, 2023

very well designed..

By Rufino J A

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Nov 25, 2023

verry challenging...

By Asraf Z

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Jun 20, 2023

good thing to learns

By Emmanuel U

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May 16, 2023

i really enjoyed it.

By Ezequiel C

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May 9, 2023

Great first course!!

By peter n

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Apr 17, 2023

Absolutely amazing!!

By Muhammad q

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Sep 26, 2025

outstanding content

By Yohanes S

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Dec 16, 2024

Good for beginners!

By Sohaib R Z

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Jun 12, 2023

Great Learning Step

By RODOLFO G V

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Sep 19, 2025

Buena introduccion

By Chayma H

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Aug 15, 2025

thank you coursera

By Natsu

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Apr 17, 2025

EASY TO UNDERSTAND

By SOON K L

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Feb 16, 2025

So happy and grand

By Atmabit P

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Jul 19, 2024

It was exceptional

By Mattia D R

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Mar 3, 2024

perfect, thank you

By feven e

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Apr 24, 2023

I enjoid thecourse

By INESIA D Q

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Dec 12, 2025

sesuai ekspektasi

By Celestine A

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Dec 5, 2025

I so much love it

By Rowyda A M A

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Jul 18, 2025

I benefited a lot

By Asad M

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Oct 1, 2024

just outstanding!

By Ejaz A

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Aug 13, 2024

very professional

By ANDREA S B H

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Jul 22, 2024

Mucho aprendizaje