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Data Analytics Certification Miami
Upon Successful Completion
Earn the Data Analyst Certification (DAC™)
Accelerate your career with the globally recognized BrainStation Data Analyst Certification (DAC™), through hands-on experience in live courses taught by Data Analytics leaders from global tech companies.
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Course Overview Data Analytics Certification
Sydney
Associate Data Analytics Engineer at Spotify
Olga
Team Lead, Strategic Insights Analyst at LinkedIn
Get Certified as a Data Analyst
Gain essential Data Analyst skills with hands-on instruction from industry leaders working at the best global tech companies like Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft.
After taking the course, I was like: in two years I want to have my data job. But in less than two years I was in my role at Spotify.
Sydney
Associate Data Analytics Engineer at Spotify
After taking the course, I was like: in two years I want to have my data job. But in less than two years I was in my role at Spotify.
Sydney
Associate Data Analytics Engineer at Spotify
Data Analyst Certification (DAC™) Course Overview
DAC-2024Q3
- Concepts
Data Analytics Process
Excel Spreadsheets
Data Collection
Data Cleaning
MySQL
Database Normalization
Data Types
Regular Expressions
Data Visualization
Dashboards
Design Thinking
Data Communication
Storytelling
Problem Space Analysis
Data Analysis Lifecycle
Data Analytics Process
Database Normalization
Design Thinking
Excel Spreadsheets
Data Types
Data Communication
Data Collection
Regular Expressions
Storytelling
Data Cleaning
Data Visualization
Problem Space Analysis
MySQL
Dashboards
Data Analysis Lifecycle
- Skills
- Analysis Strategy
- Business Analytics
- Data Analysis in Excel
- Data Transformation in Excel
- SQL
- Regular Expressions
- Schema Design
- Data Management
- Data Visualization
- Data Cleaning
- Key Performance Indicator (KPI) Design
- Dashboard Design
- Analytics Reporting
- Problem Solving
- Critical Thinking
- Dashboard Presentation
- Industry tools
Why Get Certified as a Data Analyst
Taught By Leaders From Top Global Tech Companies
Receive hands-on training from data analytics leaders working at companies like Amazon, Meta, and Microsoft.
Build Your Data Analytics Portfolio
Build a data analytics portfolio that demonstrates your unique expertise and experience.
Globally Recognized By Top Companies
BrainStation certifications are globally recognized by top companies for the most advanced and up-to-date skills.
Data Analyst Success Stories
The highlight of my Data Analytics Course at BrainStation was working with the amazing Instructors, who were willing to go beyond the call to support the learning process.
Nitin Goyal
Senior Business Value Analyst at Hootsuite
Data Analytics Course Start Dates
Take the Data Analytics Certification online or in-person at any of BrainStation's campuses. Select a time that fits your schedule.
Class dates & times
Location
Instructor
December 10 - February 11
8 Tuesdays • Online
Online
January 14 - February 6
4 Tuesdays, 4 Thursdays • Online
Online
Data Leader at Spotify
January 22 - March 12
8 Wednesdays • Online
Online
Data Leader at Shopify
January 22 - March 12
8 Wednesdays • Online
Online
Senior Data and Machine Learning Engineer at Amazon (AWS)
January 29 - March 19
8 Wednesdays • Online
Online
Data Leader at Amazon
February 11 - April 1
8 Tuesdays • Online
Online
Data Engineer at Amazon
February 18 - March 13
4 Tuesdays, 4 Thursdays • Online
Online
Data Leader at Amazon
February 25 - April 15
8 Tuesdays • Online
Online
Senior Business Intelligence Engineer at Amazon
February 26 - April 16
8 Wednesdays • Online
Online
Data Leader at Amazon
March 5 - April 23
8 Wednesdays • Online
Online
Senior Data Leader at LinkedIn
March 18 - April 10
4 Tuesdays, 4 Thursdays • Online
Online
Data Leader at Amazon
Class dates & times
Location
Instructor
January 22 - March 12
6:30pm - 9:30pm EST
8 Wednesdays • New York
New York
Data Scientist at Citi
Class dates & times
Location
Instructor
December 4 - February 5
6:30pm - 9:30pm GMT
8 Wednesdays • London
London
January 21 - March 11
6:30pm - 9:30pm GMT
8 Tuesdays • London
London
Data Leader at Microsoft
February 17 - April 7
6:30pm - 9:30pm GMT
8 Mondays • London
London
Senior Insights Analyst at LinkedIn
Class dates & times
Location
Instructor
December 5 - February 6
6:30pm - 9:30pm EST
8 Thursdays • Toronto
Toronto
January 21 - March 11
6:30pm - 9:30pm EST
8 Tuesdays • Toronto
Toronto
Data Leader at RBC
February 19 - April 9
6:30pm - 9:30pm EST
8 Wednesdays • Toronto
Toronto
Data Leader at Uber
Class dates & times
Location
Instructor
December 4 - February 5
6:30pm - 9:30pm PST
8 Wednesdays • Vancouver
Vancouver
January 20 - March 17
6:30pm - 9:30pm PST
8 Mondays • Vancouver
Vancouver
Data Science Manager at Amazon
February 26 - April 16
6:30pm - 9:30pm PST
8 Wednesdays • Vancouver
Vancouver
Senior Data Scientist at Lululemon
Data Analytics Certification Course Curriculum
Unit 1
Intro to Data Analytics
BrainStation's Data Analytics courses begin with an introduction to data that covers data concepts and techniques to develop your foundational knowledge. You'll start your data learning journey by developing a framework for solving data problems and learning how to prepare and collect data for data analysis. Translate your learnings into job-ready skills by solving real-world problems with a variety of data sets.
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- Key Skills:
- Analysis Strategy
- Data Problem Solving
- Data Collection
- Data Cleaning
- Advanced Excel
Apply Data Strategy
Set yourself up for success by approaching data analysis correctly. Learn data analysis and apply strategic principles with an interactive problem-solving methodology to analyze data.
Assess Data Quality and Learn Data Cleaning
Learn essential techniques to help you assess data quality, prepare and clean raw data, as well as reduce bias, in order to support effective data analysis. Explore critical statistical analysis concepts used in data analysis.
Excel Data Analysis
Take your Microsoft Excel skills to the next level, exploring everything from basic formulas to advanced functions and powerful tools that drive efficient data analysis and accurate results.
Unit 2
Database Operations & Advanced Data Analytics
In the next unit of BrainStation's Data Analysis course, you'll go beyond the spreadsheet with relational databases. By learning how to use MySQL – a data industry-standard tool used by companies like Tesla, Netflix, and more – you'll discover how databases are constructed and organized for data analysis. Learn how to write SQL queries through real-world projects to explore a database and perform more advanced operations and analysis.
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- Key Skills:
- Exploratory Data Analysis
- SQL
- Regular Expressions
- Data Management
- Data Normalization
- Database Schema
Learn Database Fundamentals
Working with larger data sets and performing more complex data analysis requires an understanding of relational databases, schema, and other core data concepts used by Data Analysts as part of many industry tools.
SQL for Data Analysis
Explore the foundations of programming languages and learn Structured Query Language (SQL) – the best programming language for data analysis.
Advanced Data Analytics
Learn how to write advanced expressions to help you surface key data points, highlight patterns, and augment your search capabilities within large data sets.
Large Data Sets
Speed up your analysis and reduce complexity by learning a systematic approach to normalize and organize data, create data models, and develop along with important techniques for combining and sorting information within your data ecosystems.
Unit 3
Visualize Data
Completing your data analysis is only the start. In the final unit of BrainStation's Data Analyst course, you'll discover how to present actionable insights effectively through data visualizations by using Tableau, the world's leading business analytics platform. Go beyond simply presenting analysis results by learning best practices in storytelling with data and help drive effective decision-making informed by real data insights.
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- Key Skills:
- Data Visualization
- Dashboards
- Presentation Skills
- Data Communication
Tableau Data Visualization
Use Tableau – an industry-leading business intelligence and data visualization tool – to augment your analysis and distill the most important business insights into clear visualizations. Set custom parameters, filtering, and more when you visualize data to make sure the right data from your business analytics stand out.
Build Tableau Dashboards
Take your Tableau training further by learning all the skills to build and fine-tune a clear, communicative data visualization, tailored to unique business needs. Apply best practices in hands-on projects to create dynamic and easy-to-use Tableau dashboards like professional enterprise data analysts.
Data Storytelling
Data tells a story – what happened, what can happen, and what to focus on next. Learn how to capture the attention of a broad audience, and create Tableau data visualizations that present data findings and effectively communicate the value of your complete analysis to business stakeholders.
Earn Your Data Analyst Certification (DAC™)
Successfully completing BrainStation's Data Analytics Certification course will earn you the globally recognized BrainStation Data Analyst Certification (DAC™), demonstrating your mastery of the latest cutting-edge skills and tools. Add this credential to your LinkedIn profile and resume or CV.
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Join BrainStation's Global Alumni Network
With a BrainStation certification, you'll join our global alumni network: a community of accomplished professionals across a range of critical tech skills, including Data Analysts.
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Industry-Led Data Analytics Certification
BrainStation's globally recognized certifications are created by industry professionals, for industry professionals. Our network of experts from leading tech companies provide insights and guidance to ensure each certification demonstrates the latest cutting-edge skills and tools.
Location
Learn in Miami’s Vibrant Wynwood Community
Located in the heart of Wynwood, BrainStation is at the center of Miami’s tech scene, surrounded by the best tech companies in Miami. In addition to courses, BrainStation Miami offers bootcamps, courses, industry events, expert panel discussions, and more.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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What is the Data Analyst Certification (DAC™)?
The Data Analytics Certification (DAC™) at BrainStation is a leading professional certification that verifies your completion of the course. Upon course completion, graduates receive the certificate and become a BrainStation-Certified Data Analyst. A BrainStation certification can boost your LinkedIn profile and resume, helping you stand out in the job market when applying for Data roles. BrainStation has been a global leader in digital skills training since its inception in 2011 and has trained over 30,000 professionals around the world.
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Is my professional background a good match for the course?
While in-depth, all of BrainStation’s certification courses are designed to be compatible with individuals from various professional backgrounds. The Data Analytics Certification course is considered beginner-friendly and is open to anyone looking to transition into data analysis, or enhance their existing skills.
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What are the prerequisites for enrolling in a Data Analytics Certification course?
BrainStation's Data Analytics course was created for those who are new to digital products or data but are interested in a career as a Data Analyst. The course is designed for individuals looking to transition into a data role or enhance their existing skills. It is considered to be beginner-friendly and requires no prior experience for admission.
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Who are the instructors?
BrainStation's Data Analytics instructors are seasoned leaders who actively work in roles at top companies like Amazon, Meta, and Google. They bring real-world experience from working on digital products used by millions, offering real-world examples and unique insights into what it takes to get hired and thrive as a Data Analyst.
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What are the classes like?
BrainStation's Data Analytics Certification classes are immersive and hands-on right from day one. You’ll work on real-world projects, use industry-standard tools, participate in group exercises, and develop portfolio content that showcases your skills. Throughout the sessions, you’ll build a strong foundation in data concepts and frameworks, and by the end, you’ll have practical experience and the confidence to continue your journey to your first data or promotion.
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How many students are in each class?
We prioritize creating an engaging and tailored learning experience by keeping our class sizes small enough to ensure that everyone receives focused support from the instructor, but large enough that learners have the opportunity to build valuable connections and benefit from the unique perspectives of professionals from diverse industries.
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Is the course online or in-person?
Both! You can take BrainStation's Data Analytics Certification course in person at one of our campuses or in an online live format. Whether digital or in-person, you will be participating in a live, interactive classroom environment taught by a leading Data Analytics expert.
Students in our online Data Analytics courses stay in touch with each other and instructors alike through BrainStation's industry-leading student learning platform, as well as a lively Slack community that provides support and updates even beyond graduation. There are several dates and times to offer flexibility for remote learning, and the course is designed to fit around professional schedules. Check out the course kick-off schedule here.
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How long is the course, and what is the schedule?
BrainStation's Data Analytics course is typically 4 or 8 weeks long, depending on the delivery format — currently offered in either 8 evening classes or 4 weekend day classes. In either case, the course adds up to a total of 24 hours of training, case studies, projects, lectures, and more. Our course schedule is designed to give you ultimate flexibility with delivery format, days of the week, and length. Check out the course kick-off schedule here.
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What kind of roles can I apply for after completing the certification?
After completing the Data Analyst Certification (DAC™), you can apply for roles such as Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Marketing Analyst, Financial Analyst, and Operations Analyst. With experience, you can also pursue advanced roles like Senior Data Analyst, Data Lead, or even Director-level roles depending on your background and industry focus.
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How does a Data Analytics Certification compare to a Degree or Master's program?
A certification provides targeted learning and immediate recognition of specific skills, making it ideal for data professionals looking to quickly validate their expertise and stand out in the job market. Unlike a degree or Master’s program, which takes longer and covers a wider range of topics, certifications are streamlined and practical, allowing you to apply new skills directly to your role. This makes certifications a great option for those looking to advance their careers efficiently without the time and financial investment of a traditional degree.
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What payment options do you offer?
BrainStation offers some of the most competitive payment options for data analytics training. Payment options include:
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Scholarship discount programs
Partial scholarships are available to help with tuition and are subject to eligibility. about these options.
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Monthly payment installments
Split your tuition into smaller amounts and pay in installments over 3, 6, or 12 months.
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Employer sponsorship
Many learners can have their tuition reimbursed by their employer through established Learning & Development budgets or on an ad-hoc basis.
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Scholarship discount programs
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Can I speak to someone about the course before I start?
Definitely! Our team of learning advisors is here to answer any questions you have. Simply at a time that is convenient for you — we look forward to speaking with you soon!
Data Analytics 101
What is Data Analytics?
Data Analytics involves examining raw data to uncover patterns, trends, and insights that can help guide decision-making. It uses various tools and methods, such as statistical analysis, machine learning, and analyzing data techniques, to transform data into actionable information. This process helps organizations optimize their operations, and data analysts play a crucial role in this by interpreting data from diverse sources like big data analytics and structured databases.