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Data Analyst

A Data Analyst collects, cleans, and interprets data, using tools like Excel, SQL, and Tableau to analyze trends and provide insights for decisions.

Median Salary
$95,616
Jobs Available
67,071
Career Level
Entry Level
Growth Rate
23% annually

Key Responsibilities

  • Collect and analyze data from various sources
  • Clean and preprocess data for analysis
  • Create visualizations and dashboards to present insights
  • Generate regular reports on key business metrics
  • Identify trends and patterns in data to support business decisions

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Economics, or related field
  • Proficiency in SQL and experience with databases
  • Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with programming languages like Python or R
  • Knowledge of machine learning techniques
  • Experience in business intelligence and reporting
  • Understanding of statistical analysis methods

Future Outlook

Exceptional growth projected through 2032 as businesses increasingly rely on data-driven decision making

Bright Outlook

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If you like

  • •analyzing data to find insights
  • •creating reports and visualizations
  • •working with spreadsheets and databases

Top Employers

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Microsoft
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Google
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Amazon
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Meta
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IBM

Recommended Credentials

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Data Analytics Professional Certificate
by ITU
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SQL for Data Analysis
by ITU