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General Assembly 4.75/5 (22 reviews)
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WeCloudData 5/5 (86 reviews)
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BrainStation 4.7/5 (223 reviews)
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Lighthouse Labs 4.75/5 (24 reviews)
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CareerFoundry 4.75/5 (66 reviews)
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University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies 4.15/5 (15 reviews)
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The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education, Toronto Metropolitan University 5/5 (5 reviews)
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McGill School of Continuing Studies 5/5 (1 reviews)
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York University School of Continuing Studies 3.8/5 (11 reviews)
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University of Calgary 5/5 (1 reviews)
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Springboard 4.95/5 (23 reviews)
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Toronto School of Management (TSoM) 4.8/5 (230 reviews)
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George Brown 3.55/5 (11 reviews)
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Trebas Institute 4.85/5 (22 reviews)
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British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) 4.75/5 (4 reviews)
General Assembly
General Assembly is a leader in digital skills education and career transformation, delivering dynamic hands-on training in today’s most in-demand data, coding, business and design skills. Its curated and adaptive programs in data analytics and data science, Python, JavaScript development, UX design, product management and digital marketing, are all designed to keep ahead of evolving employer demands. With more than 30 campuses across six countries and 25-plus vibrant online communities, General Assembly delivers accessible and award-winning education to upgrade your skills or transform your career.
Why Study Data Analytics at General Assembly?
While studying data analytics at GA, you’ll receive hands-on instruction from top analysts at market-leading companies such as Capital One and Deloitte. Your teachers deliver innovative and up-to-date content and real-world experience along with valuable industry insights and networking and mentoring opportunities.
What Students Are Saying
“Through my experience at General Assembly (note, when I started, it was still Bitmaker, but in effect, the content was General Assembly approved), I was able to land my first data science role. While the industry is hiring Sr. Data Scientist engineers, and Sr. Data Scientists, breaking in is difficult for more entry-level Data Analyst/Scientists. However, I do like how there are Data Scientists who come from a variety of backgrounds, from social sciences, cognitive sciences, to mathematics. On this journey, I’ve had a lot of support from my General Assembly instructor (Max is one of smartest, and also most effective teachers), career coaches and classmates. Note, your mileage may vary based on your instructor, or peers (to drive discussion and helping each other). I was lucky to have one of the best. Our instructor worked at two local start-ups before joining General Assembly, so he had real experience. Additionally, he often presented at conferences like Pycon and abroad. This is the by far the reason why I am rating General Assembly so high, it’s because you gain access to an instructor who can teach the material better than online materials. Anyone can find a Jupyter notebook on Random Forests, or youtube video on Neural Networks, but to get insights from an Engineer who has written production code, and has advice about ‘flex’ topics like why Docker, cloud computing, and a better way of approaching a problem is invaluable. Choose your boot camp based on your instructor. That’s the differentiating piece. Go to an info session, and ask him/her questions. ”
Wallace, Array
Certificate Programs
GA offers certification in data science in a beginner-friendly program with no prerequisites. The in-depth course covers 40 hours of instruction as well as independent coursework, lab materials and a capstone project. The course is available in several modes: in-person or online and at a pace to suit your lifestyle: full-time immersive (12 weeks of study), flex immersive (24 weeks) or a part-time format to accommodate working professionals.
Locations
Live Online, Toronto, Vancouver, plus 13+ other campuses worldwide
WeCloudData
WeCloudData prepares you for the next generation of data science challenges and offers everything you need to succeed in career transformation. WeCloudData is a leading data science education and career service provider in Canada. The school is known for serving as a bridge between devoted and passionate data scientists and companies who need help with challenging business problems in data analytics.
Why Study Data Analytics at WeCloudData?
WeCloudData was one of the first bootcamps in Canada to offer advanced training in data science, including applied instruction in machine learning, cloud computing and data engineering. For beginners, WeCloudData offers introductory courses in Excel, SQL and Tableau for as little as $300, making it one of the most affordable options on this list. What’s more, WeCloudData co-founder, Shaohua Zhang, still spends plenty of time in the classroom, where he consistently gets top marks for teaching. Before co-founding WeCloudData, Zhang taught big data at Ryerson University and managed research and development projects at Blackberry.
What Students Are Saying
“After listening and comparing big data courses in different places in Toronto, I went to sign up all of the WeCloudData courses right after the Shaohua’s info session without any hesitation. He is not only very much knowledgable and experienced but also teaches so clearly and methodologically, which is way beyond my expectations. I have finished Python and big data courses up far, both courses are well-organized, project-oriented all along. You can start by applying what have learned, exploring your own tools from there, and also building up step by step as you learn more throughout the courses. Whenever I got stuck, I could get all the help I need from the instructor, TA and teammates, sometimes I also got motivated by other teams and pushed forward by my instructor to continue working on my project by doing in-class progress report and presentations. The things I have learned here and the final project presentation I did benefits me a lot by showing so much confidence in my big data interviews and helping me handing job offers. Quite often, I feel I know more than my interviewers! ^ ^ Many thanks to WeCloudData, it is a great learning platform with great instructor, TAs and classmates!! ”
Wenle, A must for everyone to start Big Data career!
Certificate Programs
WeCloudData’s certificate programs are popular among data professionals at the beginning and intermediate stages of their career. Beginners, check out SQL Fundamentals, the Applied Business Intelligence Certificate, or the more data-science focused Data Science with Python. Learners looking to advance foundational knowledge will find a worthwhile challenge in Big Data for Data Scientists. For career changers, the full- and part-time Data Science Bootcamps, plus the new Data Engineering Bootcamp, offer intensive training and significant career support.
Locations
Online, Toronto
BrainStation
BrainStation is a global leader in digital skills training. BrainStation empowers individuals and organizations to achieve digital success through courses, workshops, events and corporate training. BrainStation’s Education team of 250 industry professionals has trained over 50,000 people through campuses in New York, San Jose, Toronto and Vancouver.
Why Study Data Analytics at BrainStation?
BrainStation’s part-time data analytics certificate (5-10 weeks) is the perfect introduction to the field for anyone interested in understanding data’s vast real-world and business applications who also wants hard skills — from advanced functions and pivot tables in Excel to SQL and Tableau.
The bootcamp’s live online learning platform, Synapse, and 20,000 square-foot Toronto campus also make it seamlessly accessible, with tech panels, student workshops and community events held almost weekly. With career-focused, employer-designed learning experiences and industry-leading instructors, BrainStation is a living laboratory for Toronto’s aspiring tech talent.
What Students Are Saying
“This was my first course at Brainstation, I was hesitant at first as it's been almost 15 years since I've gone to "school" for anything. The process from the beginning was pretty seamless, they assign you a Brainstation lead who walks you through everything, from the prep course, how to use their platform called Synapse, all of this is done through Slack which is simple enough to use. Once you have all the prework done, it sets you up for what to expect in this class, how to use SQL and the software Tableau. Our instructors Rohan and Micheal were super transparent with us as a group - We weren't leaving this class with full understanding of SQL, and the various implementations of it.. but a solid foundation and what we need to know to get around SQL commands in the simplest form. This is exactly what I needed. It was a refreshing and fun way to get the basics, with the expectation to do extensive practice at home so we can sharpen our skills. Speaking of Micheal and Rohan, they were a pleasure to learn from. They both have a different background, one more analytical and one more on the data science side, and it was a perfect combination. It was a light environment and the classes seemed to fly by quickly. We had almost 20 students, but they both managed to give us all personal attention when needed - which was a plus. I entered this course to better understand how data works, how to understand data and pull key insights and i left with exactly that. Yes, the course is expensive, but if you actually implement what they're teaching you can learn quite a bit. ”
Matthew Castonguay, Data Analytics
Certificate Programs
BrainStation boasts a full roster of data science and data analytics certificate programs. Part-time certificate programs include an intro to data fundamentals in Data Analytics, plus the more programming intensive Data Science Course.
In addition to Python, machine learning and part-time data science training, BrainStation also offers a full-time diploma program through its Data Science Diploma.
Locations
Online, Toronto, Vancouver, New York, Chicago, Boston
Lighthouse Labs
Lighthouse Labs provides students with the opportunity to learn from professional developers who bring years of experience into the classroom. Founded in 2013, Lighthouse Labs was created by a team of software developers to train the next generation of developers and change the way tech education is delivered.
Why Study Data Analytics at Lighthouse Labs?
This six-week part-time course is an Introduction to Data Analytics certificate program that provides students with the opportunity to learn data analysis using real-world datasets and tools such as MS Excel and Tableau. Whether you are an executive or someone in the early stages of their career, having the skills to analyze and present data is critical in today’s work environment. You will study the analytics process, learn how to ask the right questions, set measurable goals, conduct data collection, data cleaning techniques, perform analysis on data sets and extract insights using Excel, and data visualization using Tableau. The final capstone project tasks students to prepare and present a project from scratch.
Certificate Programs
Lighthouse Labs offers its Intro to Data Analytics Course which is a certificate program that will help you learn and make the most of common tools such as Excel and Tableau as well as how to ask the right questions for data-based decision making.
Locations
Online
CareerFoundry
CareerFoundry offers mentored online courses in UX design, UI design, web development and data analytics. The Berlin, Germany-based online educator is focused on helping beginners become tech professionals in as little as six months with help from dedicated mentors, tutors and career specialists. According to CareerFoundry, 96 percent of graduates land a job in their field within 180 days of graduation.
Why Study Data Analytics at CareerFoundry?
CareerFoundry added data analytics to its mentored UX design and web development programs in 2020. The new 5-8-month, part-time, certificate program is fully online and flexibly-paced to accommodate busy learners. Split into three parts, the programs begins with an introduction to data analytics before moving on to data immersion through project-based work, followed by a period of intensive job preparation. A carefully calibrated balance of self-paced learning, live support from tutors, and dedicated mentorship and career services continue to set CareerFoundry apart.
What Students Are Saying
“CareerFoundry is the best decision that changed my life forever. Best student support, wonderful tutor and mentor, practical exposure to concepts through well thought out curriculum structure makes CF the best ever school online. I feel very grateful to CF team who helped me to rediscover my potential as a UX Designer and boosted my confidence level to a greater extent to survive in UX/UI industry. I would recommend anyone to CF who wants to kickstart a impeccable career. Great work team! Proud to be a part of CareerFoundry! ”
Umadevi Mohan, UX Design
Certificate Programs
CareerFoundry offers the 5-8-month online Data Analytics Program, in which students learn statistical analysis and testing, data visualization, data querying and predictive analysis. When it comes to software, graduates can expect to complete their studies with in-depth knowledge of Excel, SQL, Python and Tableau. Issues like data bias, privacy, security machine learning and data mining are also covered.
Locations
Online
University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies
The University of Toronto School of Continuing Studies (SCS) offers an extensive roster of over 700 courses, over 40 program areas, and more than 100 certificates across a broad range of fields that help learners succeed in their careers, satisfy their curiosities, fulfill their passions, and live their best lives. Courses are delivered by a team of 700 instructors, all of whom are industry or subject matter experts who are passionate about teaching and learning.
Why Study Data Analytics at the University of Toronto?
Canada’s preeminent research university is known for attracting first-rate faculty able to teach a breadth of data analytics specialties. These include IT courses and certificates focused on IT and business, and how the two intersect, covering the fields of Privacy, Access, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Risk Management, Governance and Security, Data Analytics, Enterprise Architecture, User Experience Design, Data Science, and Artificial Intelligence. Programs are also designed to prepare learners for a variety of internationally recognized certifications.
What Students Are Saying
“Overall, the courses helped me develop the skills needed to manage analytics in a corporate environment. The program is recognized by the Project Management Institute (PMI) and it includes three courses: Managing Predictive Analytics & Big Data, Maximizing Value for Predictive Analytics and Big Data, and Advanced Management of Data Analytics. My only feedback for UofT is that there should be a faster way to finish the courses. Ryerson has a fast track program and York is introducing one. I was in the middle of a career transition but had to wait an entire semester for one of the courses to become available. There might be better certificates out there for you if your main goal is learn quickly and apply lessons in a new job. ”
Bart Khatri, Array
Certificate Programs
The University of Toronto’s School of Continuing Studies offers three certificates in data analytics and data science: Data Science, Management of Enterprise Data Analytics, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). Learners interested in studying AI should understand basic statistics and be comfortable programming in Python.
Locations
Toronto, Online
The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education, Toronto Metropolitan University
The G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education at Ryerson University is Canada’s largest, most successful continuing education program, with approximately 70,000 enrolments each year. The former polytechnic prides itself in providing superior and innovative programming; teaching staff who are thinkers and practitioners; connectedness through industry partnerships; a community of motivated students; and a collaborative teaching model that invites the city of Toronto into the university.
Why Study Data Analytics at The Chang School?
The Chang School combines degree accredited courses, dedicated Big Data Analytics Computer Labs, in-class coaching, and remote after-class tutoring services (included in the price of tuition) to provide a learning experience that’s as academically rigorous as it is career focused. Course curricula are updated regularly in consultation with employers. And the Certificate in Data Analytics, Big Data and Predictive Analytics allows learners to meet the educational requirement for the INFORMS CAP Exam.
What Students Are Saying
“This program offers a good introduction to statistics, data science, data management, working with large data sets, analytics theory and big data tools. As someone who hasn't coded for 10+ years, I was able to pick it up pretty quickly and complete all of the coding via what was taught in the class or tutorials/lab sessions. The program has exposed us to most of the standard tools: SQL, RegEx, R, Watson, Hive, Pig, Spark, Hadoop, etc.. Also, you get exposure to analytics methodologies (clustering, regression, decision trees, machine learning). The program has been a mix of theory and more practical learning - which helps ensure you really understand the purpose of the tool or method and how to apply it to real-world or business problems. The program has been a great way for me to build up my knowledge and expertise in big data and machine analytics. I am not a full-time technologist, but work with many, and we now have a common language and tool set to problem solve with together. This course would also be a great complementary skill set for someone who is already a technologist or already a data analyst who could then take what they learned and build more depth on it through their professional activities. ”
Anonymous, Data Analytics at the Chang School
Certificate Programs
The Chang School’s most popular certificate programs in data analytics are the Certificate in Data Analytics, Big Data and Predictive Analytics, and its 15-week accelerated format offered in the spring/summer term called Data Analytics Fast Track. The university also offers popular part-time intro courses in Python programming, Hadoop and Tableau, and Big Data, to name a few. For more, check out the school’s full offering of data analytics courses.
Locations
Online, Toronto
McGill School of Continuing Studies
The McGill School of Continuing Studies is located at the heart of the city of Montreal, on McGill University’s main campus. The school prides itself in excellence in teaching, innovative programs, entrepreneurial approaches to education and enabling learners through high-quality student services beyond.
Why Study Data Analytics at McGill’s School of Continuing Studies?
McGill University enjoys a sterling international reputation among even Canada’s best-known institutions of higher learning — and its School of Continuing Studies is no exception when it comes to continuing education. The school has transitioned quickly and effectively into virtual education across a wide range of in-demand subject areas (from aerospace and cybersecurity to entrepreneurship and writing), which are as diverse as its student body. It also attracts top-flight instructors with plenty of classroom and boardroom experience.
What Students Are Saying
“The McGill Professional Development Certificate in Data Analytics for Business program was exactly what I needed to step up my career in the banking industry. The skills and expertise, but also the confidence, I now have to make data-driven decisions and manage my team has been invaluable. Learning about machine learning was also eye-opening, even if I don't use ML everyday on the job. ”
Sam Gallati, Professional Development Certificate in Data Analytics for Business
Certificate Programs
The Professional Development Certificate in Data Analytics for Business is designed for business leaders looking to bring expertise, insight and organization to their data and data teams. The program strives to give learners a holistic understanding of the data analytics cycle while teaching new hands-on techniques in statistical analysis and machine learning. Data governance and compliance knowledge, along with data visualization and storytelling tools and skills, are also emphasized. Learners are expected to work in cross-functional teams throughout the program. A bachelor’s degree in business or at least two years’ managerial experience are recommended.
Locations
Online, Montreal
York University School of Continuing Studies
York University is Canada’s third-largest university with approximately 52,300 students, 7,000 faculty and staff, and 295,000 alumni worldwide. The School of Continuing Studies at York University offers a constantly evolving roster of continuing education programs, designed to help you reach your goals (whatever they may be). The School doesn’t do things like other universities. It’s unique cohort program structure goes above and beyond the usual continuing education experience, offering students faster completion times, flexible study formats, and opportunities to develop the cross-functional skills sought by top employers.
Why Study Data Analytics at York University?
York’s data analytics certificate programs are designed for working professionals, with two 6-month programs running exclusively in the evenings. Students can choose to enroll in the initial certificate or both certificates at the same time to complete the full program, which combines core analytics training with mentorship and internship opportunities after graduation.
What Students Are Saying
“I took the certificate in big data analytics and the follow-on certificate in predictive analytics. I worked in finance for a telecommunications company and studied statistics in university. Honestly, I thought the first certificate was a bit basic for me, but the second allowed me to hit my stride and experiment with new tools and interesting business cases. If you want to jump straight into Predictive Analytics, you can do so by demonstrating equivalent work experience. York introduced me to valued mentors and, at the end of it all, helped me switch into a great role at a new tech firm. ”
Torvolds, Array
Certificate Programs
York offers the introductory Certificate in Big Data Analytics and the Certificate in Advanced Data Science and Predictive Analytics. To enrol in the Certificate in Advanced Data Science and Predictive Analytics, you must either complete the Certificate in Big Data Analytics or be able to demonstrate equivalent education/work experience.
Locations
Online, Toronto
University of Calgary
Founded in 1966, the University of Calgary is one of Canada’s top comprehensive research universities with five campuses and more than 33,000 students. The Faculty of Science, along with the Haskayne School of Business and the Cumming School of Medicine, offers the Certificate in Fundamental Data Science and Analytics.
Why Study Data Analytics at the University of Calgary?
This graduate-level four-course Certificate in Fundamental Data Science and Analytics provides a solid knowledge base and teaches applicable skills to manage large data sets and present real-world data analytics challenges using statistical modelling and data visualization tools. This program is ideal for students who have a four-year bachelor’s degree in any discipline and are looking to change careers or advance in a current role.
Certificate Programs
The Certificate in Fundamental Data Science and Analytics will count for credit toward the Diploma in Data Science and Analytics. You may choose to specialize in business analytics, data science or health data science and biostatistics. The diploma program is for students who have completed the certificate and will add four courses of specialized study.
Locations
Online, Calgary
Springboard
Springboard seeks to make 21st century skills accessible through mentor-led online courses in data science, cyber security, UX/UI design and software engineering. The San Francisco-based bootcamp believes the ideal learning experience should be designed to fit your life’s pace with part-time online offerings and a variety of payment plans. Despite its roughly $9,000 to $15,000 CAD tuition, Springboard is unmatched when it comes to funding options, which range from payment plans to job guarantees to Income Share Agreements that allow students to learn at no cost until they receive a job offer in a relevant field.
Why Study Data Analytics at Springboard?
Springboard is also well known for matching students to industry experts who provide considerable mentorship and support. It also has among the highest admission criteria of the coding bootcamps on CourseCompare, ensuring students are ready for a fast-paced learning environment.
Springboard’s education model has launched thousands of students across more than 100 countries into professional roles. Students and mentors at Springboard have also created lifelong bonds that have proved critical to workplace advancement.
What Students Are Saying
“Honestly, I don't see any cons with Springboard. Staff is great and mentors are fantastic. When they say that the mentors are experts in the field, they mean it. The pros that I felt are note worthy are flexibility, mentors are VERY knowledgably and helpful, Springboard site is very easy to navigate, and Springboard does a great job at keeping track of your progress. Many bootcamps have great offers but not the flexibility. I was not ready to drop my job to go back to school. Springboard allowed me to take the courses at my own pace. Although that may not be most people's cup of tea, if you're motivated to succeed, you'll graduate in less than 6 months. ”
Jason Lor, Data Analytics Career Track
Certificate Programs
Springboard offers certification through its part-time, six-month long, online mentored Data Analytics Career Track and Data Science Career Track. Its “Career Track” programs, in particular, are geared to set up graduates directly for employment, boasting a nearly 100 per cent employment rate within 180 days of graduation and an average starting salary of $89,742.
Locations
Online
Toronto School of Management (TSoM)
Toronto School of Management (TSoM) is an award-winning college offering a range of programs designed to ensure students meet the demands of today’s ever-changing job market. TSoM has formed partnerships with some of the biggest organizations in the business world to train students to be proficient in the latest technologies and in-demand skillsets. Partners include CompTIA +, Oracle, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Tableau, Intuit Quickbooks and the Digital Marketing Institute, among others.
The school’s programs range from business, hospitality and tourism, and accounting, to programs in big data, digital marketing, data analytics and cybersecurity. Located in the heart of downtown Toronto (near the old Maple Leaf Gardens), students are close to employers looking for people with the skills they have acquired at TSoM. With a diverse student body from over 87 countries, the school welcomes those from around the world.
Why Study Data Analytics at the Toronto School of Management?
The one-year co-op diploma in Data Analytics at Toronto School of Management will aid students in landing a great job in a competitive employment market. Students will learn highly sought-after skills and knowledge to thrive in a data-driven world. Learn how to analyze data using the latest technology or traditional methods to drive proactive decision-making and optimize business performance. With the ability to interpret and transform large sets of data into actionable insights, students can increase business efficiencies.
What Students Are Saying
“If you are looking for a place to grow as a person on top of gaining knowledge and experience, TSoM is for you. The TSoM experience as I like to call it is an amazing journey in which I learned from CARING and EXPERIENCED professors that put an emphasis on each student as if he was the only one in the class. The school management cares about each student and provides a comprehensive infrastructure for success. The education platforms are well organized and easy to use. 10/10 would recommend TSoM to anyone. ”
Niv Mimran, Diploma in Data Analytics Co-op
Certificate Programs
The TSoM data analytics program is based on AWS Educate and Tableau. It integrates classroom learning with supervised practical work experience that is directly related to academic and career goals. Students will design and handle data using SAS and SQL, visualize and interpret data and present findings using software such as Tableau to transform large sets of data into actionable insights.
With the Diploma in Data Analytics Co-op program, graduates join an in-demand profession with the potential to earn an average of $80,000 per year.
Locations
Toronto
George Brown
Located in downtown Toronto at the heart of the city’s business district, George Brown provides students with a unique opportunity to study and obtain hands-on, real-world experience from faculty members who have current industry experience. Industry leaders inform the curriculum. The school has an 84 per cent graduate employment rate six months after graduation.
Why Study Data Analytics at George Brown College?
The eight-month graduate certificate program in Analytics for Business Decision Making prepares students to do data analysis specific to business decision making. Students learn to take data and turn the information into the next steps for an organization. The program combines face-to-face sessions with online delivery. The course prepares people for careers in this booming area of business decision-making and planning. Courses include Computer Applications Involving Analytics, Applied Business Communications, Statistics for Analytics, Digital Media Analysis and Data Mining & Modeling, and a final Data Capstone Project.
A Digital Analytics Program is also offered at George Brown, a combination of web analytics, marketing campaign measurements, data visualization and social media metrics, all part of data analysis for most organizations.
What Students Are Saying
“This program gave me the practical skills and experience I didn't get during my undergraduate degree. Classes are taught by industry professionals and the co-op experience was a great way to give my education context. I highly recommend this program to anyone looking for a bridge between university and the digital marketing industry. ”
Bethany Flynn, Post-grad program gave me practical skills I was missing
Certificate Programs
George Brown offers a certificate in Analytics for Business Decision Making and a certificate in Digital Analytics which provides the foundation to pursue career opportunities in various fields including digital marketing.
Locations
Toronto
Trebas Institute
Trebas Institute is a longstanding pioneer in private postsecondary skill development, delivering a versatile mix of bilingual, cutting-edge programs since 1979.
From campuses in Toronto and Montreal, Trebas delivers hands-on, personalized training in a unique range of specialties, including audio, film & TV, and business and technology. The business and technology field offers an exciting range of in-demand skills, with new co-op programs in data analytics, cybersecurity, digital marketing, online business management and more. With class sizes topping out at a 25:1 student-faculty ratio, students enjoy a personalized learning experience from industry-focused experts.
Why Study Data Analytics at Trebas Institute?
Trebas’ data analytics program is a true deep dive. The full-time, 52-week program is intense and immersive, with in-depth modules on how to effectively mine, design, handle and visualize data to drive strategic decision-making. Students learn using industry-standard tools and software like SQL and SAS to develop a job-ready skillset.
As a widely accredited school, Trebas programs are also eligible for OSAP assistance.
Certificate Programs
Trebas delivers a co-op diploma program in data analytics for students ready for a full-time learning experience. Two semesters of daytime classes deliver 300 hours of state-of-the-art coursework from a curriculum that evolves to meet the demands of today’s business ecosystem. With its focus in experiential learning, Trebas also devotes a full semester to a co-op program, giving students ample time to gain real-world experience and a competitive edge in the job market.
Locations
Toronto, Montreal
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT) is a public polytechnic institute (college) that offers applied education and research in various fields of study. BCIT has five campuses in the Metro Vancouver area, as well as satellite locations and online learning options. BCIT offers over 300 programs, ranging from certificates and diplomas to bachelor’s and master’s degrees. BCIT also provides customized training, continuing education, and industry partnerships.
Why Study Data Analytics at BCIT?
If you want to learn how to build and manage data analytics systems, the Applied Data Analytics Certificate (ADAC) from BCIT Computing is for you. ADAC focuses on structured data and statistical data analysis. You will start with relational databases and SQL, then learn Excel, Python, and statistics to build the foundations for data analytics systems.
You will learn how to model and mine data, use IT tools for Business Intelligence (BI) and Visual Analytics, and create dashboards that help you make faster and better decisions. You will gain essential skills such as Business Analysis and Systems Design, IT Security, and Data Quality Improvement.
What Students Are Saying
“Well recognized college in western Canada. I studied applied data analytics and really enjoyed it. I had to fill in some gaps in theory by studying on my own but BCIT gave me the job skills I needed to switch careers when I was in my early thirties. Haven't looked back. ”
Charles, Great applied education for today’s workforce
Certificate Programs
BCIT has two data analytics certificate programs: ADAC and a Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics.
ADAC is a part-time program, and you can take the courses online or on campus, depending on the availability and your preference. The courses are offered in three terms: Fall (September to December), Winter (January to April), and Spring/Summer (May to August). The program is designed to be completed in three to five years.
The BCIT Graduate Certificate in Business Analytics is a full-time, nine-month program that is open to students with a bachelor’s degree in any field and a strong aptitude for quantitative analysis. You will learn topics such as data management, data visualization, predictive analytics, machine learning, and business communication. You will also work on a capstone project where you will apply your skills to a real-world problem.
Locations
Burnaby, Vancouver, Online
MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses)
Online learning platforms like Coursera, edX and Udacity offer access to Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), promising certifications and even degrees. These courses generally consist of pre-recorded videos and online quizzes or exams that can be completed at your own pace — they are flexible, typically low cost, and lean heavily on carefully calibrated Learning Management Systems (LMS’s) designed to break learning into bite-sized chunks and, often, gamify your experience to help keep you motivated.
It’s important to understand, however, what MOOCs are not: they do not offer live instruction, cohort-based learning and interaction with a group of peers, direct and ongoing feedback from professors, or live mentorship, networking opportunities or career support, compared to the benefits of attending an actual coding bootcamp or experiencing life on a college or university campus.
Keep in mind, too, that colleges and universities in Canada are provincially regulated, and each province outlines its own accreditation requirements for certificates, diplomas and degrees. Generally speaking, college certificate programs require the completion of two semesters (or one year) of study as approved by the province’s ministry of post-secondary education. MOOCs offering “professional certificates” are not accredited by provincial education ministries in Canada.
Nevertheless, MOOCs can be a great way to survey new academic territory while you decide if you are indeed ready to pursue comprehensive training at an accredited college or university. Below are some of the most popular platforms for taking that first step toward a data analytics certification in Canada or internationally.
Coursera
Coursera is partnered with more than 275 universities and other organizations to provide students with an affordable online way to learn data analytics and other in-demand skills.
Coursera operates on a “freemium” model. That is, some courses are free, but if you want to earn a certificate, such as a certificate in data analytics, you need to subscribe to Coursera Plus and pay a monthly fee of $79 CAD.
Popular data analytics certifications on Coursera include the IBM Data Analyst Professional Certificate and the Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate.
In the IBM course, you will learn how to use spreadsheets and Excel for various data analysis tasks such as data wrangling and data mining; create different charts and plots in Excel and use IBM Cognos Analytics to make dashboards; use Python libraries like Matplotlib to visualize data; leverage Python libraries like Pandas and Numpy to analyze data and call APIs and Web Services; and explain data ecosystem and write queries to access cloud databases using SQL and Python from Jupyter notebooks.
In the Google course, you will experience the practices and processes of a junior or associate data analyst in their daily work; gain essential analytical skills (data cleaning, analysis and visualization) and tools (spreadsheets, SQL, R programming, Tableau); comprehend how to clean and organize data for analysis, and do analysis and calculations using spreadsheets, SQL and R programming; and learn how to present and communicate data findings in dashboards, presentations and common visualization platforms.
edX
edX is a MOOC provider created by Harvard and MIT with a freemium model similar to Coursera. It is now partnered with more than 250 post-secondary institutions and private companies.
edX also offers the IBM Data Analyst Professional Certificate, but at a different price tag. While Coursera charges a monthly fee until you complete the certificate, edX charges a one-time fee of $1,030 CAD.
Furthermore, edX is partnered with Canadian universities such as the University of Toronto, University of British Columbia (UBC) and Queen’s University to bring these institutions’ courses to a larger online audience. You can earn a professional certificate from UBC in Excel for Everyone: Data Analysis Fundamentals for $196 CAD, for example.
Udacity
Udacity is another leading American MOOC provider with 16.9 million registered users. Udacity does not offer professional certificates but rather “nanodegrees” developed in-house, sometimes in collaboration with private companies. The nanodegree programs are built around real-world projects and offer project feedback from reviewers.
The Data Analyst nanodegree by Udacity is offered through a “pay as you go” model at $529 USD per month or $1,796 USD for 4-month access. On average, it takes three months to complete the course.
Udacity teaches you how to use popular Python libraries like NumPy and pandas to analyze data. You will learn the fundamentals of the data analysis process, then master advanced data wrangling techniques to handle messy, complex real-world datasets. You will also make custom visualizations using the Matplotlib Python library.
Interested in learning more? Check out our interactive career guides on How to Become a Data Analyst and How to Become a Data Scientist.
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