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Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation

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Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation

This course is part of IBM Data Science Professional Certificate

IBM Skills Network Team

Instructor: IBM Skills Network Team

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
No prior experience required
9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace
Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
Beginner level
No prior experience required
9 hours to complete
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Describe the role of a data scientist and some career path options as well as the prospective opportunities in the field.

  • Explain how to build a foundation for a job search, including researching job listings, writing a resume, and making a portfolio of work.

  • Summarize what a candidate can expect during a typical job interview cycle, different types of interviews, and how to prepare for interviews.

  • Explain how to give an effective interview, including techniques for answering questions and how to make a professional personal presentation.

Skills you'll gain

  • Category: Oral Expression
  • Category: Writing
  • Category: Portfolio Management
  • Category: Professional Networking
  • Category: Problem Solving
  • Category: Business Research
  • Category: Professional Development
  • Category: Communication
  • Category: Data Science
  • Category: Interviewing Skills
  • Category: Presentations

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Assessments

6 assignments

Taught in English

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This course is part of the IBM Data Science Professional Certificate
When you enroll in this course, you'll also be enrolled in this Professional Certificate.
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  • Gain a foundational understanding of a subject or tool
  • Develop job-relevant skills with hands-on projects
  • Earn a shareable career certificate from IBM

There are 3 modules in this course

Your job search will be much more effective if you do some primary work before you begin. In Building a Foundation, you’ll learn how to clearly understand the jobs you will be looking for. You’ll learn how to write a basic resume and collect your previous work examples into a portfolio. You’ll also create some other materials that will be useful, such as a cover letter and an elevator pitch

What's included

10 videos2 readings2 assignments5 plugins

Job Seeking and Interview Preparation helps you understand how to put yourself forth as a memorable candidate. You’ll get guidance on researching prospective companies and assessing job leads to sift out the ones you want to focus on. You’ll learn about rehearsing for interviews and why it can make a big difference in your performance. And you’ll learn ways to network and let people you meet help you find your ideal role.

What's included

7 videos2 assignments2 plugins

After you’ve attracted a company’s attention, it’s important to know how to follow through. The Interviewing module will guide you through the interview process from beginning to end. You’ll learn about common types of interviews and what to expect from them, including code challenges. You’ll also learn some crucial tips for making a great impression in a final interview and how to follow up so that you stand out from the crowd.

What's included

14 videos3 readings2 assignments3 plugins

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