Careers in data science are centred around extracting meaningful insights from vast sets of data to inform and guide organisational strategies. The roles available are versatile and span across industries, offering competitive salaries, flexibility, and often the option to work in hybrid or remote settings, which is increasingly valuable.
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Data Scientist career path
Explore the exciting career of data science. Discover how our targeted courses can prepare you for the challenges you may face in this fast-evolving field.
A career in data science
Is a career in data science right for me?
A career in data science offers great potential for growth, leading you to influential roles within the world’s most data-driven organisations. These roles provide the opportunity to work on innovative projects and make use of your inherent and learned skill set.
Skills required
- Analytical thinking
- Data visualisation
- Machine learning
- Statistical knowledge
- Problem-solving
- Programming / coding
Becoming a Data Scientist
An ideal career for those who enjoy tackling challenges and delivering strategic impact. Starting as a Data Analyst or Junior Data Scientist, you can progress to specialist roles or senior positions, such as Lead Data Scientist or Head of Data.
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Microsoft Power BI is a business analytics service that helps you analyse data and extract business insights through the use of dashboards. This course will offer practical advice on the various tasks you can complete using the programme, from gathering data to analysing it, as well as offering tips on troubleshooting various issues in Power BI.
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Designed to introduce you to the world of analytics using Microsoft Excel. You will learn the basic theory of data analysis and statistics and delve into the statistical concepts that are important in acquiring insights from available data.
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Things to consider
- Skill development
- Certifications and accredited training
- Hands-on experience
- Networking
- Awareness of industry updates and trends
- Continuous professional development
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How to develop your career in data science
To further develop your career in data science, continuous professional development is essential. Building on foundational knowledge, you should aim to deepen your expertise in areas such as machine learning, artificial intelligence, or big data. Pursuing certifications in these specialist areas will equip you with cutting-edge skills that help you stand out from the crowd.
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