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Introduction to Data Analysis in Excel
This interactive course will guide you through the initial steps of your data analysis learning journey. You will learn the fundamentals of working with data, from understanding how it can enhance decision-making to grasping the data analysis process. By the end, you'll be equipped to apply the core concepts of data analysis using real-world data.
- Beginner friendly
- 3 hrs
- 3 lessons
- Free
Course overview
Apply foundational data analysis concepts in Excel to organize information, interpret data, and support informed decision-making.
What's inside
3 lessons
- 01 42 minDefining Data
This lesson defines data, classifies the data we encounter according to type, and answers questions about confidence in the data.
- 02 68 minHow to Use Data
In this lesson, you'll learn how to convert data into information, knowledge, and wisdom. You'll learn how organizations use data to make decisions using KPIs, dashboards, data democratization, and data literacy.
- 03 80 minThe Data Analysis Process
In this lesson, we'll review the data analysis process — a powerful framework for extracting value from data. We'll examine a case study and ask data questions. We'll also prepare, explore, and analyze data, and we'll communicate the results of our analysis.
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