Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study

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Overview

This course is the eighth and final course in the Google Data Analytics Certificate. Youll have the opportunity to complete a case study, which will prepare you for your data analytics job hunt. Case studies are commonly used by employers to assess analytical skills. For your case study, youll choose an analytics-based scenario. Youll then ask questions, prepare, process, analyze, visualize and act on the data from the scenario. Youll also learn about useful job hunting skills, common interview questions...

Syllabus

Learn about capstone basics

A capstone is a crowning achievement. In this part of the course, youll be introduced to capstone projects, case studies, and portfolios, and will learn how they employers better understand your skills and capabilities. Youll also have an opportunity to explore the online portfolios of real data analysts.

Optional: Build your portfolio

In this part of the course, youll review two possible tracks to complete your case study. You can use a dataset from one of the business cases provided or search for a public dataset to develop a business case for an area of personal interest. In addition, you'll be introduced to several platforms for hosting your completed case study.

Optional: Use your portfolio

Your portfolio is meant to be seen and explored. In this part of the course, youll learn how to discuss your portfolio and highlight specific skills in interview scenarios. Youll also create and practice an elevator pitch for your case study. Finally, youll discover how to position yourself as a top applicant for data analyst jobs with useful and practical interview tips.

Put your certificate to work

Earning your Google Data Analytics Certificate is a badge of honor. It's also a real badge. In this part of the course, you'll learn how to claim your certificate badge and display it in your LinkedIn profile. You'll also be introduced to job search benefits that you can claim as a certificate holder, including access to the Big Interview platform and Byteboard interviews.