PBC-DA · Associate
Data Analyst
Turn messy real-world data into clear business decisions. Excel, SQL, Python, dashboards.
Duration
20h self-paced
Exam
50 Qs · 90min
Pass mark
70%
What you'll learn
Master the four pillars every employer expects: structured thinking with spreadsheets, SQL for real databases, Python for data cleaning and analysis, and storytelling with dashboards. Capstone uses a real anonymized e-commerce dataset.
Course modules
- 01~150min
What a Data Analyst actually does (it's not what tutorials show)
The job is 70% asking the right question, 20% pulling clean data, 10% making the chart. Most beginners get this backwards — and that's why their dashboards don't get used.
- 02~150min
Spreadsheets — the underrated tool you'll use most
Excel and Google Sheets handle 70% of real-world analysis tasks. The patterns in this module are what separate analysts who do 4-hour jobs in 4 hours from ones who do them in 4 minutes.
- 03~150min
SQL fundamentals — reading, filtering, joining
SQL is the most universal data analyst skill. By the end of this module you'll read and write the queries that handle 80% of real analyst work.
- 04~150min
SQL aggregations & window functions — the queries that pay you
GROUP BY makes you useful. Window functions make you valuable. By the end of this module you'll write the queries that take other analysts hours in seconds.
- 05~150min
Statistics for analysts — when a difference is real
Most analyst mistakes are statistical. This module gives you the basics needed to NOT draw wrong conclusions — without making you take a stats class.
- 06~150min
Visualization — choosing the right chart
Most analyst charts are bad. The rules in this module fix that. By the end you'll know which chart for which question, what to leave off, and how to make the chart's message instant.
- 07~150min
Storytelling — making your analysis actually matter
The best analysis ignored is worth nothing. The decent analysis acted on is worth millions. This module is about making yours the second one.
- 08~150min
Putting it together — a full case study
Everything from modules 1-7 applied to one realistic problem. By the end of this module you'll have the template for a senior-quality analysis end-to-end.
What you walk away with
Not just a certificate. A career-grade credential built to open doors.
A credential employers verify in one click
Unique cert ID, QR code, and tamper-evident signature. No more wondering if your certificate is taken seriously.
A portfolio piece, not just a paper
Your capstone project lives on your public PBV portfolio. Recruiters click and see actual work — that beats a cert badge every time.
Lifetime access, no expiry
Once you earn it, it's yours. No renewals, no subscriptions, no surprises.
A profile that stands out
Verified PBV credentials show up on your PBridge freelancer profile, putting you ahead of unverified candidates in client searches.
Why PBC works
- ✓USD pricing, transparent and global. Pay in USD, accepted globally.
- ✓Built for the global context. Case studies and capstone briefs use real-world business scenarios.
- ✓Reviewed capstone project. A human reviews your final project.
- ✓Verifiable digital certificate. QR code and cryptographic hash for one-scan verification.
- ✓PBridge job board access. Featured in front of employers hiring on PBridge.
Data Analyst certification FAQs
How much does the Data Analyst certification cost?+
The PBridge Certified Data Analyst certification costs $99 for the exam-only path and $149 for the full path which includes the capstone project review. Both prices are in US Dollars. Payment via secure international checkout (Visa, Mastercard, Amex).
Is the PBridge Certified Data Analyst certification recognized internationally?+
Yes. PBridge Certified certifications are issued with verifiable digital credentials including a unique cert ID, QR code, and hash signature. Hiring managers anywhere in the world can verify any cert at https://www.pbridgeco.com/verify/{cert-id}.
How long does it take to complete the Data Analyst certification?+
The Data Analyst certification takes approximately 20 hours of self-paced study. The exam itself is 90 minutes with 50 questions. Most candidates complete the full path including the capstone project in 4-8 weeks studying part-time alongside work.
What makes PBridge Certified the right fit for learners and employers globally?+
PBridge Certified is built for the global market — USD pricing, capstone scenarios drawn from real-world business cases, international hiring manager recognition, and direct integration with the PBridge job board so certified holders get featured in front of employers actively hiring.
Can I get a job after the Data Analyst certification?+
PBridge Certified cert holders get priority access to the PBridge job board where global and remote employers post data analyst roles. Pair the certification with the capstone project as a portfolio piece — most certified holders see callbacks within 30 days.