Q: Do you need to be strong at math to succeed in this certificate?

You don't need to be a math all-star to succeed in this certificate. You need to be curious and open to learning with numbers (the language of data analysts). Being a strong data analyst is more than just math, it's about asking the right questions, finding the best sources to answer your questions effectively, and illustrating your findings clearly in visualizations.

Question 1

What is data analytics?

Accepted Answer

Data is a group of facts that can take many different forms, such as numbers, pictures, words, videos, observations, and more. We use and create data everyday, like when we stream a show or song or post on social media.
Data analytics is the collection, transformation, and organization of these facts to draw conclusions, make predictions, and drive informed decision-making.

Question 2

What background is required?

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No prior experience with spreadsheets or data analytics is required. All you need is high-school level math and a curiosity about how things work.

Question 3

Do you need to be strong at math to succeed in this certificate?

Accepted Answer

You don&#x27;t need to be a math all-star to succeed in this certificate. You need to be curious and open to learning with numbers (the language of data analysts). Being a strong data analyst is more than just math, it&#x27;s about asking the right questions, finding the best sources to answer your questions effectively, and illustrating your findings clearly in visualizations.

Question 4

Do you need to take each course in course order?

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We highly recommend taking the courses in the order presented, as the content builds on information from earlier courses. This is the fourth course in a series of nine courses that make up the Google Data-Driven Decision Making Specialization.

Question 5

When will I have access to the lectures and assignments?

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To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.

Question 6

What will I get if I subscribe to this Specialization?

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When you enroll in the course, you get access to all of the courses in the Specialization, and you earn a certificate when you complete the work. Your electronic Certificate will be added to your Accomplishments page - from there, you can print your Certificate or add it to your LinkedIn profile.

Question 7

Is financial aid available?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In select learning programs, you can apply for financial aid or a scholarship if you can’t afford the enrollment fee. If fin aid or scholarship is available for your learning program selection, you’ll find a link to apply on the description page.

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