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Data-driven Decision Making
Course Description (Long)
Welcome to Data-driven Decision Making. In this course, you'll get an introduction to Data Analytics and its role in business decisions. You'll learn why data is important and how it has evolved. You'll be introduced to “Big Data” and how it is used. You'll also be introduced to a framework for conducting Data Analysis and what tools and techniques are commonly used. Finally, you'll have a chance to put your knowledge to work in a simulated business setting. This course was created by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP.
Course Format
- Level: Beginner
- Study Hours: Approx. 8 hours
- Availability: Free, online, self-paced
Time to Complete
Approximately 8 hours.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the basics of data analytics.
- Learn the value of data analytics in business decision-making.
- Explore the framework for data analysis.
- Identify tools and techniques used in data analytics.
- Apply knowledge in a simulated business setting.
Skills Covered by the Course
- Data analytics fundamentals
- Big Data concepts
- Data analysis framework
- Practical application of data tools and techniques
Certifications
Free to Audit of if paid for Upon completion, you can earn a shareable career certificate.
- DEC2 L1 - Data Analysis & Analytics: You have knowledge of reporting tools, applications and systems used in your organisation and of standard statistical techniques.
- DEC2 L1 - Data visualisation (Data Engineer): You can adopt the most appropriate tool for analytical tasks and communicate results visually and verbally.
Resource details
| Contributed by: | NHS Data and Analytics Academy |
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| Licence: | More information on licences |
| First contributed: | 02 June 2025 |
| Audience access level: | General user |
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