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VVela University

Foundations of Data Analytics

Professional Certificate · Build job-ready skills and earn a shareable credential from Vela University.

4.8(182,940 reviews) 1.2M+ already enrolled

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Starts Jul 7 · Financial aid available

  • 6 months at 5 hrs/week
  • Beginner level
  • Taught in English
  • Shareable certificate
  • Flexible schedule

Shareable certificate

Add to your professional profile

Beginner level

No prior experience required

6 months

At 5 hours a week

What you’ll learn

  • Apply core concepts to real, hands-on projects you can add to your portfolio.
  • Use industry-standard tools and workflows from day one.
  • Analyze problems and communicate findings to stakeholders.
  • Build a job-ready foundation recognized by hiring partners.
  • Prepare for entry-level roles and industry certification exams.
  • Develop a repeatable, professional approach to your craft.

Skills you’ll gain

Critical ThinkingData AnalysisProblem SolvingCommunicationProject PlanningCollaborationToolingReporting

Modules

4 modules · 22 hours to complete

  • Welcome and course overview
  • Setting up your environment
  • How this program works
  • Core concepts at a glance
  • Foundational principles
  • Working through a first example
  • Reference guide and glossary
  • Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
  • Building a real-world project
  • Iterating on feedback
  • Project rubric and checklist
  • Presenting your results
  • Capstone brief
  • Putting it all together
  • Career resources and certification path

Instructor

DR

Dr. Riley Chen

Vela University

Senior lecturer and practitioner with over a decade of experience teaching applied skills to learners worldwide. Has reached more than 800,000 students across Vela University programs.

Learner reviews

4.8

182,940 reviews

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“Clear, well-paced, and genuinely practical. The projects made the concepts stick.”
Jordan P.
“A great starting point — the instructor explains everything without assuming prior knowledge.”
Priya K.
“Solid content and useful career resources at the end. Would recommend to a friend.”
Marcus L.

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