Assessment for Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

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Assessment for Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations

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Instructor: IBM Skills Network Team

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

343 reviews

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Demonstrate readiness for performing foundational data analysis and data visualization tasks and key steps in the Data Analytics process.
Differentiate between the roles different data professionals play in a modern data ecosystem.
Perform basic Excel tasks for Data Analysis including data quality and data preparation skills.
Exhibit abilities in visualizing data using Excel and proficiency in creating dashboards using Excel and Cognos Analytics.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Analysis
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Data Visualization Software
Category: Data Analysis Software
Category: Excel Formulas
Category: Pivot Tables And Charts
Category: Dashboard Creation
Category: IBM Cognos Analytics
Category: Analytical Skills
Category: Data Cleansing
Category: Spreadsheet Software

Tools you'll learn

Category: Dashboard
Category: Microsoft Excel

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Assessments

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There are 2 modules in this course

This course is the final step in the Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations Specialization. It contains a graded final examination that covers content from three courses: Introduction to Data Analytics, Excel Basics for Data Analysis, and Data Visualization and Dashboards with Excel and Cognos.

From the Introduction to Data Analytics course, your understanding will be assessed on topics like the data ecosystem and the fundamentals of data analysis, covering tools for data gathering and data mining. Moving on to the Excel Basics for Data Analysis course, expect questions focusing on the use of Excel spreadsheets in data analytics, proficiency in data cleansing and wrangling, and skills in working with pivot tables. Finally, from the Data Visualization and Dashboards with Excel and Cognos course, you will demonstrate your knowledge of IBM Cognos basics and your ability to use Excel for effective data visualization.

In this module, you’ll review key concepts and skills from the Data Analysis and Visualization Foundations specialization. You’ll revisit core topics from previous courses, including data analytics fundamentals, essential Excel techniques for data analysis, and principles of data visualization and dashboard creation using Excel and Cognos. This review will help you refresh your knowledge and prepare for the final assessment.

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In this module, you’ll complete the final assessment designed to evaluate your understanding of key concepts and skills covered throughout the courses, including data analysis, Excel functionality, and data visualization. Successfully completing this assessment demonstrates your readiness to apply these skills in real-world data projects.

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Reviewed on Aug 3, 2023

Good course for beginner to learn about data visualization

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Thank you for this opportunity to learn about Data Analytics in the comfort of my home!

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Brillant course! I would defeinty recoment taking this to test out your progress

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