LEARNING PATH
This path is for aspiring data professionals looking to master a powerful stack of self-service business intelligence tools, including Excel, MySQL, Power BI and Tableau
50 hours
6 courses
4 guided projects
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About this path
Database Design
Data Prep
Data Analysis
Data Visualization
Data Foundations
This path is for aspiring data professionals looking to master a powerful stack of self-service business intelligence tools, including Excel, MySQL, Power BI and Tableau.
We'll start with Thinking Like an Analyst, a crash course designed to help you build a strong foundation for a successful career in data.
From there we'll dive into some of Excel's most powerful analytics tools (including formulas, PivotTables, and data visualization), then shift into MySQL, one of the most versatile and practical languages for building, exploring and analyzing databases.
Next we'll dive into two of the most popular business intelligence platforms on the market. You'll master Power BI Desktop by designing and building full-scale data models and reports from scratch, then use Tableau to transform raw data into stunning, interactive dashboards.
Finally, we'll wrap with Launching Your Data Career, a step-by-step guide to finding your path, building your brand, acing the interview, and landing your data dream job.
This path is designed to help you learn job-ready skills, solve real business problems, and build a project portfolio to showcase your skills to peers and employers.
Who this path is for
Aspiring analysts, data scientists or BI professionals
Anyone looking to develop a deep and well-rounded BI skill set
Students looking for a hands-on, project-based learning experience
What you’ll need
Microsoft Excel (ideally Microsoft 365 for Windows/PC)
Power BI Desktop (Windows/PC only)
MySQL Workbench & Community Server
Tableau Public (free) or Tableau Desktop
NOTE: We'll use free tools, and walk you through download & installation
