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Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions
  • Level Foundation
  • Duration 21 hours
  • Course by Google
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About

This is the second course in the Google Data Analytics Certificate. These courses will equip you with the skills needed to apply to introductory-level data analyst jobs. You'll build on your understanding of the topics that were introduced in the first Google Data Analytics Certificate course. The material will help you learn how to ask effective questions to make data-driven decisions, while connecting with stakeholders' needs. Current Google data analysts will continue to instruct and provide you with hands-on ways to accomplish common data analyst tasks with the best tools and resources. Learners who complete this certificate program will be equipped to apply for introductory-level jobs as data analysts. No previous experience is necessary. By the end of this course, you will: - Learn about effective questioning techniques that can help guide analysis. - Gain an understanding of data-driven decision-making and how data analysts present findings. - Explore a variety of real-world business scenarios to support an understanding of questioning and decision-making. - Discover how and why spreadsheets are an important tool for data analysts. - Examine the key ideas associated with structured thinking and how they can help analysts better understand problems and develop solutions. - Learn strategies for managing the expectations of stakeholders while establishing clear communication with a data analytics team to achieve business objectives.

Modules

Problem-solving and effective questioning

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Plugin
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1 Videos

  • Introduction to problem-solving and effective questioning

3 Readings

  • Course 2 overview: Set your expectations
  • Helpful resources and tips
  • Evaluate your current data analytics skills

Take action with data

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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2 Videos

  • Data in action
  • Nikki: The data process works

1 Readings

  • From issue to action: The six data analysis phases

1 Quiz

  • Test your knowledge on taking action with data

Solve problems with data

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Plugin
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Test your knowledge on solving problems with data

3 Videos

  • Common problem types
  • Continue exploring business applications
  • Anmol: From hypothesis to outcome

1 Readings

  • Six common problem types

Craft effective questions

    • 2 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 3 Quiz
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2 Videos

  • SMART questions
  • Evan: Data opens doors

1 Readings

  • More about SMART questions

3 Quiz

  • Self-Reflection: Practice working SMART
  • Self-Reflection: Ask your own SMART questions
  • Test your knowledge on crafting effective questions

Module 1 challenge

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Readings

  • Glossary terms from module 1

1 Quiz

  • Module 1 challenge

Understand the power of data

    • 3 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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3 Videos

  • Data and decisions
  • How data empowers decisions
  • Qualitative and quantitative data

2 Readings

  • Data trials and triumphs
  • Qualitative and quantitative data in business

1 Quiz

  • Test your knowledge on the power of data

Follow the evidence

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 2 Quiz
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2 Videos

  • The big reveal: Sharing your findings
  • Data versus metrics

2 Readings

  • Tools for visualizing data
  • Design compelling dashboards

2 Quiz

  • Self-Reflection: Go deeper into dashboards
  • Test your knowledge on following the evidence

Connect the data dots

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • Mathematical thinking

1 Readings

  • Big and small data

1 Quiz

  • Test your knowledge on connecting the data dots

Module 2 challenge

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Readings

  • Glossary terms from module 2

1 Quiz

  • Module 2 challenge

Work with spreadsheets

    • 3 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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3 Videos

  • The amazing spreadsheet
  • Get to work with spreadsheets
  • Basic spreadsheet tasks

3 Readings

  • Spreadsheets and the data life cycle
  • Step-by-Step: Basic spreadsheet tasks
  • Learn more about spreadsheet basics

1 Quiz

  • Hands-On Activity: Introduction to Google Sheets

Formulas in spreadsheets

    • 2 Videos
    • 3 Readings
    • 3 Quiz
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2 Videos

  • Formulas for success
  • Spreadsheet errors and fixes

3 Readings

  • Step-by-Step: Formulas for success
  • Quick Reference: Formulas in spreadsheets
  • More about spreadsheet errors and fixes

3 Quiz

  • Hands-On Activity: Data analysis and formulas: Bakery sales insights
  • Hands-On Activity: Resolve spreadsheet errors
  • Test your knowledge on using formulas in spreadsheets

Functions in spreadsheets

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 2 Quiz
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1 Videos

  • Functions 101

2 Readings

  • Step-by-Step: Functions 101
  • Quick Reference: Functions in spreadsheets

2 Quiz

  • Hands-On Activity: Create a custom data table
  • Test your knowledge on using functions in spreadsheets

Save time with structured thinking

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 3 Quiz
    • 1 Plugin
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3 Videos

  • Before solving a problem, understand it
  • Scope of work and structured thinking
  • Staying objective

1 Readings

  • The importance of context

3 Quiz

  • Hands-On Activity: Create a scope of work
  • Self-Reflection: Work with datasets
  • Test your knowledge on structured thinking

Module 3 challenge

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Readings

  • Glossary terms from module 3

1 Quiz

  • Module 3 challenge

Balance team and stakeholder needs

    • 3 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Plugin
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3 Videos

  • Communicating with your team
  • Balance needs and expectations across your team
  • Focus on what matters

1 Readings

  • Working with stakeholders

Clear communication is key

    • 6 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Test your knowledge on clear communication

6 Videos

  • Clear communication is key
  • Tips for effective communication
  • Navigate expectations and realistic project goals
  • Sarah: How to communicate with stakeholders
  • The data tradeoff: Speed versus accuracy
  • Think about your process and outcome

2 Readings

  • Use multiple communication strategies to reach your audience
  • Limitations of data

Amazing teamwork

    • 4 Videos
    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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4 Videos

  • Meeting best practices
  • Ximena: Joining a new team
  • From conflict to collaboration
  • Nathan: From the U.S. Marine Corps to data analytics

1 Readings

  • Lead great meetings

1 Quiz

  • Test your knowledge on teamwork

Module 4 challenge

    • 1 Readings
    • 1 Quiz
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1 Readings

  • Glossary terms from module 4

1 Quiz

  • Module 4 challenge

Course wrap-up

    • 1 Videos
    • 3 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Congratulations! Course wrap-up

3 Readings

  • Reflect and connect with peers
  • Course 2 glossary
  • Coming up next...

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Dive into the world of data-driven decision-making with "Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions," the second course in the Google Data Analytics Certificate. Guided by experienced Google data analysts, this foundational course in Data Science & AI will teach you effective questioning techniques, data-driven decision-making, and stakeholder management. With no prior experience required, you'll explore real-world business scenarios, learn to use spreadsheets, and develop structured thinking skills. Available on Coursera with various subscription options, this 1260-minute course is perfect for aspiring data analysts seeking entry-level roles.

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