Welcome to Data-driven Decision Making. In this course you'll get an introduction to Data Analytics and its role in business decisions. You'll learn why data is important and how it has evolved. You'll be introduced to “Big Data” and how it is used. You'll also be introduced to a framework for conducting Data Analysis and what tools and techniques are commonly used. Finally, you'll have a chance to put your knowledge to work in a simulated business setting.
This course is part of the Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach Specialization
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Data-Informed Decision-MakingBig DataData AnalysisData Visualization (DataViz)
Learner Career Outcomes
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got a tangible career benefit from this course
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Approx. 11 hours to complete
Suggested: 6 hours/week
English
Subtitles: English, Korean, French, Japanese
Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
3 hours to complete
Introduction to Data Analytics
In this module you'll learn the basics of data analytics and how businesses use to solve problems. You'll learn the value data analytics brings to business decision-making processes. We’ll introduce you to a framework for data analysis and tools used in data analytics. Finally, we’re going to talk about careers and roles in data analytics and data science.
3 hours to complete
12 videos (Total 58 min), 8 readings, 1 quiz
12 videos
Welcome to Data Driven Decision Making2m
What is Data Analytics?7m
Solving business problems using data analytics4m
Making business-defining decisions using data analytics4m
A Message from our Chief People Officer at PwC41s
Why do you need a data and analytics framework?3m
The 4 aspects of the data and analytics framework3m
Data and analytics framework: tools and techniques12m
Make better and faster decisions with data and analytics4m
Data and analytics at PwC5m
Week 1 recap with Amity and Mike1m
8 readings
Course overview and syllabus10m
Updating your profile10m
The value delivered by analytics10m
PwC's Global Data and Analytics Survey 201610m
The data and analytics framework10m
Types of analytics10m
Careers and roles in a professional services firm20m
Learn more about PwC and our career opportunities10m
1 practice exercise
Week 1 Quiz15m
2 hours to complete
Technology and types of data
This module is an introductory look at big data and big data analytics where you will learn the about different types of data. We’ll also introduce you to PwC's perspective on big data and explain the impact of big data on businesses. Finally we will name some of the different types of tools and technologies used to gather data.
2 hours to complete
7 videos (Total 53 min), 3 readings, 1 quiz
7 videos
Business impacts of technology advancements and data trends9m
What is Big Data?12m
PwC's perspective on big data5m
Data and analytics examples at PwC5m
Identifying, organizing and processing data7m
Week 2 recap with Amity and Mike1m
3 readings
"Structured", "Semi-Structured", and "Unstructured" data10m
Implications of unstructured data - Case studies20m
Data tools and technologies10m
1 practice exercise
Week 2 Quiz15m
1 hour to complete
Data analysis techniques and tools
In this module we will describe some of the tools for data analytics and some of the key technologies for data analysis. We will talk about how visualization is important to the practice of data analytics. Finally we will identify a variety of tools and languages used and consider when those tools are best used.
1 hour to complete
8 videos (Total 38 min), 2 readings, 1 quiz
8 videos
The role of Excel3m
The role of SAS2m
The role of R6m
The role of Python5m
The Power of Visualization3m
The role of QlikView4m
Week 3 recap with Amity and Mike2m
2 readings
Data analysis approaches and techniques10m
A Business Example of Data Visualization Tools10m
1 practice exercise
Week 3 quiz15m
2 hours to complete
Data-driven decision making project
The course project will give you an opportunity to practice what you have learned. You will participate in a simulated business situation in which you will select the best course of action. You will then prepare a final deliverable which will be evaluated by your peers. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to provide feedback on your peer's submissions.
2 hours to complete
2 videos (Total 5 min), 2 readings, 2 quizzes
2 readings
Final course simulation10m
Learn more about PwC and our career opportunities10m
1 practice exercise
Final course simulation quiz10m
Reviews
4.6
TOP REVIEWS FROM DATA-DRIVEN DECISION MAKING
by CEMay 9, 2018
Great high-level introduction into what big data is, how data & analytics is impacting business decision making, and how PwC uses data & analytics to improve the quality of work delivered to clients.
by DDOct 22, 2018
Good course to learn how to begin with any raw data we receive. To get a rough idea on where to get the data from? how to use them? and what analysis can we use to derive at a particular decision.
by AFAug 15, 2018
This is a great course in data and analytics for the every day professional. It gives great insight into how data and analytics can support decision making. The mode of delivery of the course is e
by RFOct 13, 2019
Great course for would be management analyst or those wanting to have a deeper look into the profession. PwC offers a concise and practical methodology useful in today's fast and data rich world.
by MSNov 7, 2017
Good basic level understanding of analytics. It would have been better to have studied some of the analytical techniques by doing practical problems, to get a better grasp of how exactly does the
by JJNov 13, 2018
What an excellent laid out course curriculum. Bite size learning, various mediums, understandable concepts applied to real life business cases made for a 100% take away and applied knowledge. We
by MVNov 16, 2017
An excellent course to get a high level overview of various tools- how things work in a professional consultancy- concise frameworks.\n\nGood for people who are just starting up with analytics.
by AMMar 20, 2017
It is a good introduction to data analytics techniques and methodologies. However, I think there is over-repetition of basic points which undermines the more subtle, yet significant, points.
by STJul 17, 2019
Informatice, a wise investment if one's time and effort. Get ready for the train to future. Its common sense to be future proof. Excellent and to the point communication by the instructors.
by ASep 19, 2018
It was an amazing course, learning from the top officials of PWC. I had a great experience. Anand sir had an amazing level of explanation. I would definitely recommend this course to all.
by CPApr 29, 2019
Great introduction to data analytics. This course is undeniably accessible and will help neophytes better understand how business decision making can strongly benefit from data analytics.
by AKJul 1, 2017
The explanation on each and every topic was very much easy to understand and there is not pre requisites required for this course.. I would like to thanks PwC for this great opportunity.
by DFFeb 12, 2018
This course offers great foundation to anyone who is starting out in data analytics field and it's really providing valuable insight that will set your mindset on right analytical track.
by AONov 29, 2017
Very-well structured and very interesting course. I did not realise before that social media created data can bring insights and can be a useful source of data for business strategies.
by XLApr 3, 2020
I like it but don't know if I am dumb or it is too vague from my actual life I don't think I had the deeper understanding of this. However I did know the basic procedure and a picture
by AENov 2, 2017
Good introduction to the world of data, analytics and big data.\n\nA bit too much PwC pitch.\n\nThe chapter were the analysis techniques are explained could do with better examples.
by KSMar 20, 2017
A very nice course for beginners and professionals.\n\nIt helps one to improve, achieve results and also gives a chance to experience the knowledge and expertise of Professionals
by ASJul 2, 2017
Very relevant material. Great for aspiring and new consultants to get a feel of the business view of the Analytics goal of Business Intelligence and Systems Integration efforts.
by JANov 25, 2017
Provides a very insightful introduction to Data and Analytics on a more theoretical perspective that is necessary to understand all the tools and techniques used in the field.
by AMApr 12, 2019
Gained a lot of insights from this course. Really opened my eyes on the basics of Data driven decision making. Will definitely complete all the courses of this specialization!
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About the Data Analysis and Presentation Skills: the PwC Approach Specialization
If you are a PwC Employee, gain access to the PwC Specialization and Courses for free using the instructions on the PwC L&D Spark page or simply search "Coursera" on PwC Spark.
This Specialization will help you get practical with data analysis, turning business intelligence into real-world outcomes. We'll explore how a combination of better understanding, filtering, and application of data can help you solve problems faster - leading to smarter and more effective decision-making. You’ll learn how to use Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other common data analysis and communication tools, and perhaps most importantly, we'll help you to present data to others in a way that gets them engaged in your story and motivated to act.
What's more, should you enroll in these courses, you will be invited to join PwC's talent network. Those who opt into this talent network will receive information about PwC career opportunities, thought leadership, and happenings in the PwC global network.
Please note: If you'd like to audit the courses in this Specialization, you'll need to enroll in each course separately and then you will see the audit option.
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