Data Analytics Core Concepts Certificate

Technology

CPE Self-study

Data Analytics Core Concepts Certificate

Learn the core concepts of data analytics and how to conduct a successful data analytics project.

$260 - $425

Do you have an AICPA or CIMA membership? Log in to apply your member discount.

Format

Online

NASBA Field of Study

Information Technology

Level

Basic

CPE Credits

Author(s)

Joyce J. Shen

Availability

1 year

Product Number

DAC1BUN21C

View

Business & partner

Part ofCertificate Program

MyCPE Manager compatible

Part of a discounted

Product Details

Establish a data-driven mindset

Develop the right mindset so that you can remain objective when solving complex problems, allowing you to make the best use of data and to provide insightful recommendations.

Understand data

Once you understand the language of data analytics, you’ll be able to effectively translate data analytics within your organization to business owners and associates clearly and concisely.

Turn data into insights

Understanding the core concepts of data analytics means you’ll know exactly how to conduct data analysis projects within your organization. By understanding these concepts, you’ll remain versatile throughout your career.

Learn from real-world scenarios

This course will cover three example scenarios: revenue analysis, financial planning and analysis, and business performance so that you’ll gain experience in applying data analytics in practice, not just theory.

Digital badges: A symbol of your expertise

Once you complete this certificate, you will receive a digital badge to share with your online professional network. The badge is also available as a downloadable PDF certificate suitable for printing and framing.

Want to learn more?

To learn how to identify, collect and troubleshoot data in preparation for analysis, review the Data Processing and Analysis Certificate, the next step in your data analytics learning journey.

Who Will Benefit

AICPA and CIMA members who want to improve their data literacy and make better data-driven decisions
Global accounting and finance professionals
Controllers
Finance directors
CFOs
CPAs

Key Topics

How to develop a data-driven mindset
How to approach a data analytics project
Understanding data and the data ecosystem

Learning Outcomes

Recall the characteristics of an analytical and data-driven mindset.
Recognize how to establish objectives and desired outcomes of a data analytics project for a business or client.
Recognize ways data is described and interpreted.
Identify the types and categories of data.
Recognize how data science and data analytics are connected.
Recognize characteristics of the technology and data ecosystem for data analytics.

Credit Info

CPE Credits

Online

NASBA Field of Study

Information Technology

Level

Basic

Prerequisites

None

Access

Online

This is a digital product. With full paid access the content will be available to you for 1 year after purchase date.

Digital Badge

After completing the course, you will receive a digital badge that can be easily shared with your professional network

For more information, please refer to CPE requirements and NASBA sponsorship information

Pricing

Do you have an AICPA or CIMA membership? Log in to apply your member discount.

Nonmembers

Online

$425.00

AICPA Members

Online

$355.00

CIMA Members

Online

$355.00

CITP Credential Holders

Online

$260.00

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2 to 5 registrants

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Author(s)

Joyce J. Shen

Joyce Shen is a venture capital/private equity investor and business builder. She has extensive strategy and operational experience and deep knowledge in incubating, investing in, growing, and managing new businesses in both global public companies and early to growth stage technology startups. With significant cross-functional experience that spans venture capital/private equity investing, technology M&A, CFO/FP&A, corporate strategy, technology and product innovation, operations, and go-to-market, Shen has partnered with companies of all sizes to build strong teams, unlock growth levers, implement innovative technology and data-driven business cases, and establish strong financial and operational rigor for success. Shen’s technical expertise centers around emerging technologies for enterprises, big data and analytics, machine learning and AI, and cybersecurity. She has published books on technology and innovation and is a patent holder on detecting and locating unsecured sensors in critical infrastructures. Shen received bachelor's degrees in both statistics and economics from The University of Chicago and an MBA with concentrations in quantitative finance, entrepreneurship, and strategy from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business.

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