Learners will build, query, analyze, optimize, and maintain SAS datasets using PROC SQL. They will apply joins, construct complex queries, generate reports, automate workflows with macro variables, enforce data integrity with constraints, and troubleshoot performance issues across real-world data scenarios.
Mastering PROC SQL in SAS: Analyze, Query & Optimize Data
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Mastering PROC SQL in SAS: Analyze, Query & Optimize Data
This course is part of Advanced SAS Programming, Macros & Reporting Specialization
Instructor: EDUCBA
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2 weeks to complete
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What you'll learn
Build, query, and analyze SAS datasets using PROC SQL joins, subqueries, and reporting features.
Optimize SQL performance, apply constraints, and troubleshoot real-world PROC SQL scenarios.
Automate and enhance SQL workflows using macro variables and advanced PROC SQL techniques.
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January 2026
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34 assignments
Taught in English
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This course is part of the Advanced SAS Programming, Macros & Reporting Specialization
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There are 9 modules in this course
This module introduces learners to the fundamentals of PROC SQL in SAS, covering essential SQL syntax, selection operations, basic functions, and foundational grouping techniques used in data processing.
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9 videos4 assignments
This module builds on core SQL skills by exploring random number generation, aggregate computations, ordering logic, and foundational SQL clause interactions used for structured data analysis.
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5 videos3 assignments
This module teaches learners to manage SAS datasets using PROC SQL, including creating result tables, computing new columns, applying filter logic, and detecting sequential or data structure issues.
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8 videos4 assignments
This module introduces inline views, explores key structures, examines join behavior, and builds competency in subqueries and correlated subquery logic.
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7 videos4 assignments
This module covers set operations, dictionary tables, creation of SQL views, reporting techniques, and formatting strategies to enhance data presentation.
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14 videos4 assignments
This module deepens understanding of logical operators, character handling, row analysis, and macro variable creation to support dynamic, automated SQL workflows.
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17 videos4 assignments
This module teaches table creation, metadata updates, numeric data handling, and constraint enforcement through keys and indexes to maintain relational integrity.
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12 videos4 assignments
This module builds expertise in multi-table joins, complex SQL query structures, view layering, debugging, and performance tuning for optimized SQL execution.
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14 videos4 assignments
This final module integrates advanced SQL capabilities, including multi-level subqueries, dynamic table creation and population, constraint enforcement, and matrix-style analytical solutions.
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6 videos3 assignments
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