Would you like to answer questions, solve problems, and support decision-making processes?
As a Data Analyst, your role is to ascertain how data can be used in order to answer questions and solve problems. You will be responsible for requirement-gathering, inspecting, cleansing, transforming and modelling data with the goal of discovering useful information, informing conclusions and supporting decision-making. You will need to have strong communication skills as you will be liaising and sharing your work with different stakeholders. You will also need a good eye for details as you will be working with a lot of data and information that requires accuracy when handling the workload.
| Location | Dublin |
| Programme Duration | 24 months |
| Qualification & Level | NFQ Level 6 in Data Analytics |
| Working Hours | 40 Hours a week |
| Office Type | You may be based in a corporate office or an operations warehouse |
| Training Breakdown | Blended and Work-based Learning. Including, Face to Face workshops, digital learning and self-study. |
| Required Skills & Qualifications | • Must be 18 years or older. PLEASE NOTE: This position is a 24 month fixed-term contract. You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship |
What are the core components of this apprenticeship?
During your apprenticeship, you will acquire valuable skills and knowledge, including:
Data Analytics: Mastering the art of collecting, processing, and analysing data to derive meaningful insights, adding immense value to any organization.
Data Technologies: Gaining proficiency in cutting-edge big data tools and technologies, allowing you to work with vast datasets efficiently.
Data Security and Privacy: Understanding the critical aspects of data protection, ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of sensitive information.
Data Visualization: Learning to communicate complex data findings through engaging and informative visualizations, making data accessible to a broader audience.
Project Management: Acquiring the skills to manage data projects effectively, ensuring they're delivered on time and within scope.
What will I learn as I progress through my course?
- Analysing and interpreting data to provide actionable insights for your organization.
- Designing data models and managing databases to ensure efficient data storage and retrieval.
- Ensuring data security and compliance with legal and ethical standards, protecting sensitive information.
- Collaborating with professionals from various departments to understand their data needs and provide relevant solutions.
- Staying up-to-date with the latest advancements in data and technology to remain at the forefront of your field.
- Creating reports and data presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.
- Implement the stages of the data analysis lifecycle
- Apply principles of data classification within data analysis activity
- Analyse data sets taking account of different data structures and database designs
- Assess the impact on user experience and domain context on data analysis activity
- Identify data sources and the risks and challenges to combination within data analysis activity
- Select and apply the most appropriate data tools to achieve the optimum outcome
What qualifications will I gain?
NFQ Level 6 in Data Analytics
What are my career prospects after graduating?
Upon successful completion of the Data Analyst Degree program an Apprentice will be able to apply for a promotion within a Data Analyst full time role or seek other opportunities globally across Amazon and AWS. You'll have the skills and knowledge to explore or progress towards various high-level roles in the data/technology sector, including:
Data Scientist; Data Analyst; Data Engineer; Machine Learning Engineer; Data Security Specialist; Project Manager; Business analyst; Cyber security professional; Software engineer
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