IoT Award in Data Analytics

What will I do?

Data analytics is a range of processes that converts data into actionable insight using a range of statistical techniques. Data analytics is a relatively new term – it is an overarching term for all decision support and problem solving techniques.

This unit will introduce the theoretical foundation of data analytics and a range of data analytic processes and techniques to provide hands-on experience for enhancing your skills.

You’ll study units such as:

• Data analytic terminologies
• Types of data analytics
• Data Cleansing & Missing Values Treatment
• Data exploration and visualisation
• Outlier & Anomaly Detection
• Understanding data with descriptive, predictive and prescriptive analytics.

Is it for me?

You will develop skills such as communication literacy, critical thinking, analysis, reasoning and interpretation which are crucial for gaining employment and developing academic competence.

Moreover, you will gain hands-on experience of implementing data analytic processes and techniques using tools such as Excel including the Data Analysis Toolpak & Solver, Power-Bi & The Power Query Editor Not ready to apply yet?

Why not give us an email, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible. We’ll be able to advise on whether this programme is right for you and take it from there.

What’s next?

Following successful completion of this programme, you will receive a Certificate of Unit Credit (CoUC) from Pearson, our awarding body for the qualification. You can select additional short-programmes to complement this Certificate and use this towards the HNC in Digital Technologies.

Did you know?

Data analysts are in high demand across all sectors, such as finance, consulting, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, government and education. The ability to pay attention to detail, communicate well and be highly organised are essential skills for data analysts.