# Data Analytics Certification Online Canonical URL: ## Overview Master the essential tools of data analytics with hands-on training in Excel, SQL, Tableau, and Power BI. Gain the skills to write SQL queries, design dynamic reports in Power BI, and craft insightful data visualizations in Tableau before taking the official exams in each subject. Students also have the option to replace the exams with an additional hour of private tutoring. This course is designed to help you pass these exams and includes: [Microsoft Excel Expert Exam (MO-211)](/exams/microsoft-office-specialist-excel-expert) with a free retake. [Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Exam](/exams/power-bi-data-analyst-associate-exam) (PL-300) with a free retake. [Salesforce Certified Tableau Desktop Foundations Exam](/exams/tableau-desktop-specialist-exam) with a free retake. [Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate Exam](/exams/oracle-database-sql-certified-associate-exam) with a free retake. Please note: This course teaches PostgreSQL, which closely resembles Oracle SQL. Differences can be covered in your private training sessions to prepare you for the certification exam. ## What you'll learn - **Excel for Data Analytics:** Use advanced Excel functions, PivotTables, and charts to analyze data efficiently and create clear visual reports for business insights. - **SQL Bootcamp:** Write and optimize SQL queries, join and filter data across multiple tables, and manage complex databases using PostgreSQL and DBeaver. - **Tableau Bootcamp:** Build interactive dashboards and compelling data visualizations with Tableau, applying advanced formatting and storytelling techniques. - **Power BI Bootcamp:** Connect and transform data from multiple sources, use DAX for calculated fields, and publish professional reports through Power BI Service. - **Exam Preparation:** Prepare for four industry certifications, Excel Expert (MO-211), Power BI Data Analyst (PL-300), Salesforce Certified Tableau Desktop Foundations, and the Oracle SQL Associate. ## Curriculum 1. **Beginner Excel Course** 2. **SQL Bootcamp** 3. **Tableau Bootcamp** 4. **Power BI Bootcamp** 5. **Intermediate Excel Course** 6. **Advanced Excel Course** 7. **Power BI Advanced Course** ## Instructors ### Bruce Gay — Instructor Bruce is an engaging trainer and program manager who brings 25+ years of practical experience to deliver effective and experiential training to students. Able to engage adult learners with a range of backgrounds and professional experiences. Successful at building effective stakeholder relationships and coordinating multi-disciplinary teams for solution delivery. Bruce has over 25 years of project and program management experience across multiple industries. He has a master's degree from The George Washington University and a B.A. from the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill. Bruce currently runs his own freelance training and consulting business, helping project managers and team leaders improve their business skills, become better leaders, and achieve professional greatness. Bruce is a well-received speaker in the areas of design thinking, project management, cross-team collaboration, and AI tools for projects, and has presented at regional and international conferences. ### Steve Pesklo — Instructor Steve is an energetic trainer who focuses on applying technical concepts to everyday work practices. He is the founder and president of SoftLake Solutions, a company that specializes in providing data and AI applications to identify fraud for Internal Audit, Criminal Investigations, Forensic Accounting, Privacy, and Compliance. Steve brings a large amount of experience across multiple industries and government agencies. He is an expert in implementing large data analysis projects across the world, including Inland Revenue in the UK and Argentina, New Zealand, Africa and across Europe. Previously, he was the manager of Data Architecture and Data Services for a large mortgage company. He is a frequent speaker on data analytics and project management topics and speaks fluent German. He has been teaching at the Graduate School for over 10 years. Steve has an M.B.A. from the University of St. Thomas and a B.S. in Computer Science from California Lutheran University and the Universität Salzburg in Austria. He is certified as a Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Project Management Professional (PMP), and a Certified ScrumMaster (CSM). ### Joe Mlakar — Instructor Joe has over 27 years of Federal Government and military service and has been a part-time instructor with Graduate School USA since 2023. He enjoys using his technical knowledge in Operations Research to teach his students to provide organization and structure to complex processes, and apply advanced analytical techniques to help leaders make better decisions. Joe is based in Fort Collins, Colorado. ## Pricing **Tuition:** $2995 Payment options: pay-as-you-go installments.