## Professional Certificate – 8-Course Series Even if you don’t have a degree or previous experience, you can build a career in the fast-growing field of data analysis. Join Google’s professional training and take advantage of the opportunity to connect with leading employers. **Data analysis** involves collecting, transforming, and organizing data to draw conclusions, make predictions, and make informed decisions. Through 8 courses, acquire in-demand skills that will prepare you for entry-level jobs. Learn from Google employees whose background in data analysis served as the foundation for their careers. You can complete the certificate in less than 6 months, investing less than 10 hours a week. It’s preparation for Junior or Associate positions in fields such as data analysis, database management, and more. **75% of Google Certificate graduates in the US report improvements in their career path within 6 months of completing the certificate.** All Google professional certificates are available [here](https://www.coursera.org/google-career-certificates). **Quote: *Based on responses to a graduate survey, US 2021** ### Hands-on Learning Project The program includes over 180 hours of study and hundreds of practical exams, in which you will play out real data analysis scenarios, which are critical for success in the job. The interactive content was developed by Googlers with decades of experience. Through a combination of videos, exams, and practical exercises, you will be exposed to analysis tools and platforms, as well as the important analysis skills required for entry-level jobs. **You will work on:** Data cleaning, problem solving, critical thinking, data ethics, and data visualization. **You will learn:** Presentations, spreadsheets, SQL, Tableau and R programming. In addition to professional training and practical projects, you will work on a case study that you can present to employers to demonstrate your new skills. Acquire practical skills that leading employers are looking for today.
