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Introduction to Data Analysis


Adult Programs / Professional Development -
Adult Online Professional & Personal Development Wtr/Spr 2025

Data analysis is one of the most sought after skills in the workplace. Companies have vast amounts of data and need people with the ability to analyze it. Get an understanding of how to analyze data in a business setting.

This course can be taken alone or as part of the 3 course Certificate in Data Analysis. 

Class Details

Unit 1: Understanding Data
  • Identify sources of Data
  • Discover methods of Collecting Data
  • Examine Quantitative Data
  • Examine Qualitative Data
Unit 2: Processing Data
  • Introduction to Statistics
  • Determine the Appropriate Statistical Method for use in various scenarios
  • Identify methods of Sorting and Filtering Data
  • Categorize Data
Unit 3: Analyzing Data
  • Discuss Probability and the Normal Distribution
  • Perform Trend Analysis
  • Perform Breakeven Analysis
  • Understand basic Statistical Modelling
Unit 4: Interpreting and Presenting Results
  • Design Professional-looking Tables
  • Generate Effective Charts
  • Create Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts
  • Compile a Dashboard for Management

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John Rutledge

LERN Instructor

With over 25 years’ experience in the IT field, John Rutledge has a BA in Psychology and a Diploma in Computer Programming as well as having received numerous certifications and awards. He holds a Microsoft Office Master Certification and has a globally-recognized ICDL (International Computer Driver’s License) certification as well. John was the Manager of a Technical Support Desk for a multinational for several years. Prior to that, he held roles as Project Lead on a national software implementation project, Systems Analyst and Programmer Analyst. Currently the owner of an IT Consultancy firm, John works regularly with businesses of all sizes to assist them in understanding and managing their data.

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Virtual Class
Sun-Sat, Feb 3 - Feb 28
12:01 - 11:59 AM

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Min Age   16 yr.

$ 195.00
single class