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CompTIA Data+

Gain knowledge and understanding of fundamental data analytics.

100% online format
Synchronous class times/instructor led

Why take this course?

The CompTIA Data+ course teaches in a hands-on manner knowledge and skills required to transform business requirements in support of data-driven decisions through mining and manipulating data, applying basic statistical methods, and analyzing complex datasets while adhering to governance and quality standards throughout the entire data life cycle.

As the importance for data analytics grows, more job roles are required to set context and better communicate vital business intelligence. Collecting, analyzing, and reporting on data can drive priorities and lead business decision-making. CompTIA Data+ teaches participants the skills required to facilitate data-driven business decisions, including:

  • Mining data
  • Manipulating data
  • Visualizing and reporting data
  • Applying basic statistical methods
  • Analyzing complex datasets while adhering to governance and quality standards throughout the entire data life cycle

Jobs that use Data Science:

  • Business Data Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Analyst
  • Data Scientist
  • Marketing Analyst
  • Operations Analyst
  • Reporting Analyst

What you'll learn

The Data+ program provides students with the knowledge and understanding of fundamental data analytics tasked with developing and promoting data-driven business decision-making. The course covers Data Mining, Data Analysis, and Data Visualization techniques.

This course is designed for professionals who are seeking positions like Data Analyst, Reporting Analyst, Business Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Clinical Analyst, Marketing Analyst or Operations Analyst. Participants need to have basic computer literacy e.g. using Microsoft Windows, Word, Excel etc.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, students will be able to:

  • Better analyze and interpret data
  • Communicate insights
  • Demonstrate competency

Course outline

Domain 1: Data Concepts and Environment
Domain 2: Data Mining
Domain 3: Data Analysis
Domain 4: Visualization
Domain 5: Data Governance, Quality and Controls

About the Exam

The Data+ exam is 90 minutes long and comprises of a maximum of 90 multiple choice questions and performance based questions examining the applicant’s knowledge and understanding of the Data+ domains. The results are computed on a scaled score, with a score of 675 or more out of a 900-point maximum needed to qualify for the credential.

Prerequisites

CompTIA Data+ has no required prerequisites for admittance.

Cost

Students are responsible for purchasing course materials and paying for professional certification exams, if applicable.

*This program is authorized for WIOA funding for eligible applicants. For information, click here.

Maryville Course Fee: $1,800

Estimated course material cost: $60
Estimated exam fee: $246
Estimated total cost to complete this course: $2,160

Course Dates and Registration

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