Preparing and analysing data - micro course

Preparing and analysing data covers the tasks of data gathering, preparation (including data cleansing and transformation), and analysis of data using either descriptive or diagnostic analytics approaches. Learners will apply their learning by working with a case study organisation to prepare and analyse data in realistic situation.   

This micro course consists of 8 hours of self-paced digital learning. 

The above self-paced timings are an estimate. This course provides the flexibility to access the online content at any time and study at your own pace. The time it takes you to complete the digital learning component will depend on your level of prior knowledge, competency level and pace of study. 

This course does not have a mandatory assessment component. However, you are encouraged to attempt online quizzes to challenge yourself and validate your understanding of the course topics. 

By completing this micro course, you will be able to:  

• Critically evaluate the suitability of data  
• Gather data into a data analysis tool (Microsoft Power BI) 
• Manage privacy during data-gathering  
• Prepare data for further analysis  
• Describe the data analysis strategies available to businesses   
• Select the data analysis strategy best suited to the business needs   
• Apply data analysis strategies to generate insights.