Learners can self-select which platform they want to use throughout the program, Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel. It’s entirely up to the learner’s preference, and all activities throughout the syllabus can be performed on either platform. 

You'll learn to use analysis tools and platforms such as spreadsheets (Google Sheets or Microsoft Excel), SQL, presentation tools (Powerpoint or Google Slides), Tableau, RStudio, and Kaggle.

You will learn the skill set required for becoming a junior or associate data analyst in the Google Data Analytics Certificate. Data analysts know how to ask the right question; prepare, process, and analyze data for key insights; effectively share their findings with stakeholders; and provide data-driven recommendations for thoughtful action.

You’ll learn these job-ready skills in our certificate program through interactive content (discussion prompts, quizzes, and activities) in under six months, with under 10 hours of flexible study a week. Along the way, you'll work through a curriculum designed with input from top employers and industry leaders, like Tableau, Accenture, and Deloitte. You’ll even have the opportunity to complete a case study that you can share with potential employers to showcase your new skill set.

After you’ve graduated from the program, you’ll have access to career resources and be connected directly with employers hiring for open entry-level roles in data analytics.

This program teaches the open-source programming language, Python. The data analysis landscape is rapidly evolving, with Python solidifying its position as the industry-standard language for data manipulation, analysis, and visualization. This program will prepare you to meet the increased demand for Python skills in data analytics roles. We do not cover R programming in the curriculum but encourage learners to explore R after completion if they'd like to continue their learning journey.

We highly recommend completing the courses in the order presented because the content in each course builds on information from earlier lessons.

To access the course materials, assignments and to earn a Certificate, you will need to purchase the Certificate experience when you enroll in a course. You can try a Free Trial instead, or apply for Financial Aid. The course may offer 'Full Course, No Certificate' instead. This option lets you see all course materials, submit required assessments, and get a final grade. This also means that you will not be able to purchase a Certificate experience.