Data is constantly increasing; everything from app usage, to sales, to customer surveys generate data in an average business. Out on the streets data is everywhere too, from speed and security cameras, weather monitoring and measuring footfall to name just a few examples. Against this backdrop, data analysts are in higher demand than ever. This book is an essential guide to the role of data analyst. Aspiring data analysts will discover what data analysts do all day, what skills they will need for the role, and what regulations they will be required to adhere to. Practising data analysts can explore useful data analysis tools, methods and techniques, brush up on best practices and look at how they can advance their career.
Data Analyst - BCS Guides to IT Roles| Rune Rasmussen (Author,Editor) , Harish Gulati (Author), Charles Joseph(Author),Clare Stanier(Author), Obi Umegbolu (Author)| BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
Table of Contents
Chapter 1. INTRODUCTION TO DATA ANALYSIS
“What is data analysis?”, Advances in computer science, Advances in data storage, Advances in data processing, Advances in statistical and machine learning, Legal and ethical considerations for data analysis, How the IT industry can address the challenges of data analysis, Summary.
Chapter 2. THE ROLE OF DATA ANALYST
“What is a data analyst?”, Affiliated roles and differences, Key industries where data analysts work, Nature of tasks undertaken by data analysts, Data analyst key responsibilities, Data analyst key skills, Summary.
Chapter 3. TOOLS, METHODS AND TECHNIQUES
Tools, Methods, Techniques, Summary.
Chapter 4. RELEVANT REGULATIONS AND BEST PRACTICES FOR DATA ANALYSTS
Working with other people’s data, The regulatory response, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Data security, Data governance, Data quality, Engaging with the organisation – the data community, Data provenance, Summary.
Chapter 5. CAREER PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES
The changing role of the data analyst, Career opportunities, Building a career as a data analyst: getting started, Building a career as a data analyst: developing your role, Career progression: “what next as a data analyst?”, Career planning, Summary.
Chapter 6. A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A DATA ANALYST
A typical day in the life of a data analyst, Top tips for data analysts.
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