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Data Analyst: Careers in data analysis [Pehme köide]

  • Formaat: Paperback / softback, 202 pages, kõrgus x laius: 198x129 mm
  • Sari: BCS Guides to IT Roles
  • Ilmumisaeg: 12-Mar-2019
  • Kirjastus: BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
  • ISBN-10: 1780174322
  • ISBN-13: 9781780174327
  • Formaat: Paperback / softback, 202 pages, kõrgus x laius: 198x129 mm
  • Sari: BCS Guides to IT Roles
  • Ilmumisaeg: 12-Mar-2019
  • Kirjastus: BCS, The Chartered Institute for IT
  • ISBN-10: 1780174322
  • ISBN-13: 9781780174327
Data is constantly increasing and 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.

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'Data Analyst is an entertaining and comprehensive guide to an increasingly important role in modern life. An upbeat romp through all facets, it introduces and explains definitions, techniques, structures, regulations and career paths at a pace which leaves no room for boredom. For someone contemplating life as a data analyst, this book is an eloquent eye-opener on what to expect and how to get involved, written by people who know.

Written not unlike a piece of code, it does the job efficiently and thoroughly. Practical career tips, anecdotes and a day-in-the-life description bring the mysteries of the profession to life. The authors have a passion for the subject and do a good job in sharing their enthusiasm. Packed with useful information, the book is clearly aimed that those starting out, although many seasoned professionals may also consider it a valuable resource, particularly if considering a new career direction.' -- Hugh Clark * Award Winning Quant Hedge Fund Manager, retired, and Strategic expert consultant in banking * 'Youll realise what life as a data analyst is really like. -- Graeme McDermott * Chief Data Officer, Addison Lee *

List of figures and tables
vii
Authors viii
Foreword x
Acknowledgements xi
Abbreviations xii
1 Introduction To Data Analysis
1(21)
What is data analysis?
2(4)
Advances in computer science
6(1)
Advances in data storage
7(2)
Advances in data processing
9(1)
Advances in statistical and machine learning
10(2)
Legal and ethical considerations for data analysis
12(4)
How the IT industry can address the challenges of data analysis
16(4)
Summary
20(2)
2 The Role Of Data Analyst
22(28)
What is a data analyst?
22(1)
Affiliated roles and differences
23(1)
Key industries where data analysts work
24(2)
Nature of tasks undertaken by data analysts
26(3)
Data analyst key responsibilities
29(1)
Data analyst key skills
30(19)
Summary
49(1)
3 Tools, Methods And Techniques
50(39)
Tools
50(6)
Methods
56(13)
Techniques
69(19)
Summary
88(1)
4 Relevant Regulations And Best Practices For Data Analysts
89(39)
Working with other people's data
89(2)
The regulatory response
91(1)
General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
92(10)
Data security
102(7)
Data governance
109(2)
Data quality
111(9)
Engaging with the organisation - the data community
120(4)
Data provenance
124(3)
Summary
127(1)
5 Career Progression Opportunities
128(30)
The changing role of the data analyst
129(1)
Career opportunities
129(6)
Building a career as a data analyst: getting started
135(6)
Building a career as a data analyst: developing your role
141(6)
Career progression: what next as a data analyst?
147(1)
Career planning
148(9)
Summary
157(1)
6 A Day In The Life Of A Data Analyst
158(18)
A typical day in the life of a data analyst
159(14)
Top tips for data analysts
173(3)
References 176(2)
Further reading 178(2)
Index 180
The editor and authors of this book are all data analysis experts including a Data Analyst Skills Coach; data analytics, risk and management consultants, and a Senior Lecturer in data management and business intelligence.