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Applied Data Science and Analytics Specialization

Madecraft

Applied Data Science and Analytics Specialization

Big Data, Analytics, and Data Strategy.

Analyze data with regression, Big Data tools, and visualization to drive strategic decisions.

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Instructor: Madecraft

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Intermediate level

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4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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Get in-depth knowledge of a subject
Intermediate level

Recommended experience

4 weeks to complete
at 10 hours a week
Flexible schedule
Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

  • Run and interpret regression models in Excel, SPSS, and R to uncover relationships in your data.

  • Map Big Data architecture, cloud infrastructure, and tools like Hadoop and Spark to real business needs.

  • Translate KPIs, benchmarks, and visualizations into data-driven strategies your stakeholders can act on.

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August 2026

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Specialization - 3 course series

Big Data: Demystifying the Big Idea

Big Data: Demystifying the Big Idea

Course 1, 4 hours

What you'll learn

  • How to tell Big Data apart from a data warehouse and decide when to use each, or both, in your organization.

  • How to map the five layers of a Big Data architecture and match tools like Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka to the job.

  • How to weigh on-premise, cloud, and hybrid hosting using performance, scalability, and cost to guide real decisions.

  • How to spot common Big Data pitfalls and use the Data as a Product model to deliver lasting business value.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Big Data
Category: Data Warehousing
Category: Cloud Computing
Category: Data Processing
Category: Apache Hadoop
Category: Data Architecture
Category: Apache Spark
Category: Data Storage
Category: Cloud Technologies
Category: Data Engineering
Category: Cloud Deployment
Category: Analytics
Category: Machine Learning
Category: Data Pipelines
Category: Cloud Hosting
Category: Data Strategy
Category: Data Infrastructure
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Data Governance
Category: Data-Driven Decision-Making
Regression Analysis Fundamentals

Regression Analysis Fundamentals

Course 2, 4 hours

What you'll learn

  • How to run and read a regression in Excel, SPSS, and R, and locate the coefficient, R², and p-value in any output.

  • How to choose the right type of regression to match your question, outcome, and data.

  • How to check model assumptions and handle outliers so you can trust your results.

  • How to turn regression findings into clear charts and business insights that drive decisions.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Scatter Plots
Category: Data Analysis Software
Category: Data Visualization
Category: Microsoft Excel
Category: SPSS
Category: Data Presentation
Category: R Programming
Category: Statistical Analysis
Category: Predictive Analytics
Category: Estimation
Category: Analytical Skills
Category: Model Evaluation
Category: Data Storytelling
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Statistical Modeling
Category: Regression Analysis
Category: Statistical Methods
Category: Statistical Reporting
Category: Correlation Analysis
Turning Data into Strategies

Turning Data into Strategies

Course 3, 4 hours

What you'll learn

  • How to set SMART, data-driven goals that align with business needs and sidestep the pitfalls that derail data projects.

  • How to evaluate data availability and quality so every analysis rests on a foundation you can trust.

  • How to select the right metrics and tailor insights and data stories to any audience, from peers to executives.

  • How to choose the right chart and format, then measure and adjust your strategy over time.

Skills you'll gain

Category: Data-Driven Decision-Making
Category: Data Quality
Category: Strategic Thinking
Category: Data Storytelling
Category: Data Visualization
Category: Performance Measurement
Category: Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Category: Interactive Data Visualization
Category: Business Metrics
Category: Stakeholder Communications
Category: Business Intelligence
Category: Data Strategy
Category: Business Analytics
Category: Business Strategies
Category: Business Priorities
Category: Dashboard
Category: Data Analysis
Category: Smart Goals
Category: Strategic Decision-Making
Category: Data Presentation

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