Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate

Prepare for a new career in the high-growth field of data analytics, no experience or degree required. Get professional training designed by Google and have the opportunity to connect with top employers. There are 337,400 U.S. job openings in data analytics with a $67,900 average entry-level salary¹.
Data analytics is the collection, transformation, and organization of data in order to draw conclusions, make predictions, and drive informed decision making.
Over 8 courses, gain in-demand skills that prepare you for an entry-level job. You’ll learn from Google employees whose foundations in data analytics, served as launchpads for their own careers. At under 10 hours per week, you can complete the certificate in less than 6 months.
You’ll prepare yourself for jobs that include junior or associate Data Analyst, Database Administrator, and more. Upon completion of the certificate, learners can directly apply for jobs with Google and over 130 top employers, including Walmart, Best Buy, Astreya.
82% of Google Career Certificate graduates report a positive career outcome like a new job, promotion, or raise within 6 months².
¹Burning Glass: Labor Insight (Last 12 Months: Feb. 1, 2020 - Jan. 31, 2021)
²Coursera Learner Outcome Survey, all time for Google IT Support Certificate. Data is collected via on-platform surveys or email and is cumulative from Jan 2018 - Jan 2021.

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

  • Gain an immersive understanding of the practices and processes used by a junior or associate data analyst in their day-to-day job
  • Learn key analytical skills (data cleaning, analysis, & visualization) and tools (spreadsheets, SQL, R programming, Tableau)
  • Understand how to clean and organize data for analysis, and complete analysis and calculations using spreadsheets, SQL and R programming
  • Learn how to visualize and present data findings in dashboards, presentations and commonly used visualization platforms
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Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions (Coursera) Coursera
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Ask Questions to Make Data-Driven Decisions (Coursera)

Embark on the second part of the Google Data Analytics Certificate program, designed to hone your analytical prowess. This course builds upon foundational knowledge introduced earlier, focusing on how to effectively ask questions that lead to informed decision-making. Engage with expert instructors from Google as you learn to connect data analysis with stakeholder needs and apply practical skills to common tasks in data analytics.

Jun 2nd 2026
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Process Data from Dirty to Clean (Coursera) Coursera
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Process Data from Dirty to Clean (Coursera)

Embark on a journey from messy to pristine data with our 'Process Data from Dirty to Clean' course. Designed for aspiring data analysts, this course will teach you how to cleanse your datasets, ensuring accuracy and reliability in your analysis. Utilize spreadsheets and SQL to refine your data, and learn the critical steps of verification and reporting to ensure your findings are accurate and impactful.

Jun 2nd 2026
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Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere (Coursera) Coursera
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Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere (Coursera)

Embark on your journey into the world of data analytics with 'Foundations: Data, Data, Everywhere'. This introductory course is part of the Google Data Analytics Certificate program, designed to equip you with fundamental skills needed for entry-level data analyst roles. Dive into a comprehensive curriculum crafted by Google experts and learn how to apply practical data analysis techniques using top tools.

Jun 2nd 2026
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Share Data Through the Art of Visualization (Coursera) Coursera
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Share Data Through the Art of Visualization (Coursera)

Embark on an enlightening journey into the world of data visualization with 'Share Data Through the Art of Visualization' on Coursera. This course is part of the Google Data Analytics Certificate program designed to prepare you for entry-level data analyst roles. Dive deep into understanding how visual dashboards and other forms of data representation can transform raw data into compelling stories that inform decision-making.

Jun 2nd 2026
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Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study (Coursera) Coursera
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Google Data Analytics Capstone: Complete a Case Study (Coursera)

Embark on your final step towards becoming a proficient data analyst with the Google Data Analytics Capstone Course. This eighth module challenges you to apply all that you've learned by completing an in-depth case study. By tackling a scenario of your choice, you'll ask insightful questions, gather and process data, analyze findings, visualize results, and take actionable steps based on your insights.

Jun 2nd 2026
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Prepare Data for Exploration (Coursera) Coursera
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Prepare Data for Exploration (Coursera)

Embark on your journey towards becoming a skilled data analyst with 'Prepare Data for Exploration'. This course is the third installment in Coursera’s Google Data Analytics Certificate program, designed to equip you with practical skills in data extraction, organization, and protection. With expert guidance from current Google data analysts, you'll learn how to harness spreadsheets and SQL to prepare your data effectively for exploration and analysis.

Jun 1st 2026
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Data Analysis with R Programming (Coursera) Coursera
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Data Analysis with R Programming (Coursera)

Embark on a journey into the world of data analysis with 'Data Analysis with R Programming' - part of Google's Data Analytics Certificate program. This course is designed for those eager to delve deeper into data analysis techniques, utilizing the versatile R programming language within the user-friendly RStudio environment. Learn how to effectively clean, organize, analyze, visualize, and report on data using unique R tools and packages, gaining valuable skills that are essential in today's data-driven world.

Mar 30th 2026
5-12 Weeks
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