UCT Data Analysis online short course

The Data Analysis Online Short Course from the University of Cape Town (UCT) helps students build foundational data analysis skills sought by today’s organizations. Students will explore data collection, organization, analysis, interpretation, and visualisation using practical techniques, including Microsoft Excel and introductory database concepts like SQL.

• Before You Learn / Who This Course Is For

  • Professionals seeking to strengthen core data analysis skills for business decisions

  • Individuals new to analytics or looking to stay current in data-driven roles

  • Business analysts, managers, and cross-functional contributors needing practical Excel and SQL familiarity

• What to Expect

  • Modules on data organization, statistical analysis, interpretation, databases, and visualization

  • Practical work with real data sets and assignments guiding hands-on learning

• What You’ll Achieve

  • Fundamental skills to sort, analyze, interpret, and present data effectively

  • Confidence using Microsoft Excel and introductory database tools for analytics

  • A University of Cape Town digital certificate of completion