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    Master big data analytics for processing and analyzing large datasets. Learn to use tools like Hadoop, Spark, and NoSQL databases.

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      Vanderbilt University

      AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI

      Skills you'll gain: Generative AI Agents, Python Programming, Agentic systems, Generative AI, Artificial Intelligence, OpenAI, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineering, Software Development Tools, Application Development, Prototyping, Automation, Large Language Modeling, Interoperability, Systems Integration, Software Documentation, Design Strategies, File Management

      4.7
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      110 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of California, Irvine

      Interfacing with the Raspberry Pi

      Skills you'll gain: Internet Of Things, Application Programming Interface (API), TCP/IP, Electronics, Embedded Systems, Control Systems, USB, Networking Hardware, Electronic Systems, Hardware Design, Digital Communications, Computer Hardware, Computer Networking, Python Programming, Servers

      4.7
      Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
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      1.6K reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      National Taiwan University

      用 Python 做商管程式設計(一)(Programming for Business Computing in Python (1))

      Skills you'll gain: Information Systems, Information Management, Business Logic, Data Structures, Transportation Operations, Production Planning, Operations Management, Business Operations, Inventory Control, Logistics, Algorithms, Programming Principles, Computer Programming, Python Programming, Decision Making

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      892 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Meta

      Introduction to iOS Mobile Application Development

      Skills you'll gain: iOS Development, Apple iOS, Apple Xcode, Mobile Development, Swift Programming, Mobile Development Tools, Objective-C (Programming Language), User Interface (UI), Application Development, UI Components, Integrated Development Environments, Development Environment, Storyboarding

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      980 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

    • Y

      Yale University

      Introduction to Medical Software

      Skills you'll gain: Clinical Trials, Software Development Life Cycle, Software Quality Assurance, Systems Development, Usability, Software Development, Medical Privacy, Human Computer Interaction, Verification And Validation, Risk Management, Medical Management, User Interface (UI), Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Software Design, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Regulatory Compliance, Health Technology, Entrepreneurship, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Cybersecurity

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      265 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 3 - 6 Months

    • G

      Google - Spectrum Sharing

      Become a CBRS Certified Professional Installer by Google

      Skills you'll gain: Wireless Networks, Technical Communication, Software Installation, Key Management, Network Infrastructure, System Implementation, System Configuration, Telecommunications, Record Keeping, Data Entry

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      213 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

    • F

      Fractal Analytics

      Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior

      Skills you'll gain: Behavioral Economics, Human Development, Learning Theory, Psychology, Social Sciences, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Interpersonal Communications

      4.5
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      46 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of London

      Business and Marketing Strategies

      Skills you'll gain: Operations Management, Process Design, Operational Excellence, Business Operations, Marketing Planning, Strategic Marketing, Manufacturing Operations, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Operational Efficiency, Consumer Behaviour, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Business Ethics, Marketing Psychology, Global Marketing, Social Sciences, International Relations, Culture, Business Management, Marketing Analytics

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      354 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      The State University of New York

      How To Create a Website in a Weekend! (Project-Centered Course)

      Skills you'll gain: Web Design, WordPress, Web Language, HTML and CSS, Browser Compatibility, Web Content, Web Development, Web Analytics and SEO, Responsive Web Design, Cross Platform Development, Content Management

      3.3
      Rating, 3.3 out of 5 stars
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      581 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Pennsylvania

      Microeconomics: When Markets Fail

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Market Dynamics, Economics, Socioeconomics, Supply And Demand, Market Analysis, Behavioral Economics, Market Share, Public Policies, Policty Analysis, Research, and Development

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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      650 reviews

      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Colorado System

      Introduction to Applied Cryptography

      Skills you'll gain: Data Encryption Standard, Public Key Infrastructure, Cryptography, Cybersecurity, Public Key Cryptography Standards (PKCS), Key Management, Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Encryption, Authentications, Arithmetic, Algorithms, Applied Mathematics, Data Integrity, Probability, Computer Science

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      990 reviews

      Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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      Tally Education and Distribution Services Private Limited

      Tally Bookkeeper

      Skills you'll gain: Accounts Payable and Receivable, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Bookkeeping, Accounting Software, Budgeting, Accounting and Finance Software, Tax Returns, Data Import/Export, Inventory Management System, Order Management, Tax Management, Tax, General Ledger, Inventory Accounting, Tax Compliance, Billing & Invoicing, Inventory Control, Banking Services, Cost Management

      4.5
      Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
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      192 reviews

      Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    In summary, here are 10 of our most popular big data analytics courses

    • AI Agents and Agentic AI with Python & Generative AI: Vanderbilt University
    • Interfacing with the Raspberry Pi: University of California, Irvine
    • 用 Python 做商管程式設計(一)(Programming for Business Computing in Python (1)): National Taiwan University
    • Introduction to iOS Mobile Application Development: Meta
    • Introduction to Medical Software: Yale University
    • Become a CBRS Certified Professional Installer by Google: Google - Spectrum Sharing
    • Behavior Architecture - Understanding Human Behavior : Fractal Analytics
    • Business and Marketing Strategies: University of London
    • How To Create a Website in a Weekend! (Project-Centered Course): The State University of New York
    • Microeconomics: When Markets Fail: University of Pennsylvania

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    Frequently Asked Questions about Big Data Analytics

    Big data analytics refers to the application of advanced data analysis techniques to datasets that are very large, diverse (including structured and unstructured data), and often arriving in real time. The ability to process data at this scale is increasingly essential to navigating today’s business world, and it is at the core of important applications such as machine learning, business intelligence, financial engineering, and other software tools to enable data-informed decision-making.

    Computer programs have been used to assist with data analysis for decades, but tools like Microsoft Excel and traditional relational database management systems (RDBMS) queried with SQL are not capable of handling today’s high-volume, high-velocity datasets. Instead, today’s data management professionals rely on high-powered data infrastructure designed to work with distributed file systems and cloud computing resources - particularly the open-source Apache Hadoop ecosystem, including high-speed data processing with Apache Spark and distributed SQL engines like Apache Hive.‎

    Organizations of all types and sizes are seeking ways to leverage the possibilities of big data to improve operations through reduced costs and faster decision-making, create new products and services, or advance our knowledge about the world. Big data analytics skills can thus open up a wide range of career opportunities, from working as a “quant” on Wall Street to developing navigation systems for autonomous vehicles to helping to discover more effective medicines and drugs in health science.

    Two of the most broadly-applicable roles in this field are data engineers, who build the data infrastructure needed to deliver big data-scale datasets efficiently and reliably, and the data scientists responsible for analyzing them. These roles are in high demand, and are highly-paid as well; according to Glassdoor, data engineers earn an average annual salary of $102,864, and data scientists earn an average annual salary of $113,309.‎

    Absolutely! Data science is one of the most popular topics to learn about on Coursera, and there are a variety of options to build your skills in big data analytics. You can take online courses and Specializations from top-ranked schools like the University of Pennsylvania and the University of California San Diego, as well as leading companies like IBM, PwC, Cloudera, and Google Cloud. And regardless of where you choose to learn from, Coursera gives you the ability to access course materials and complete assignments on a flexible schedule, making this a great fit for students and mid-career professionals alike.‎

    Before you start learning big data analytics, it’s helpful to have an understanding of database management and the fundamentals of how programming languages work. Specifically, experience with SQL, Python, Java, or R can be useful when studying big data analytics. You also may find it beneficial to know how to work with Hadoop and Linux and use basic math and statistics. Additionally, strong analytical skills and a curiosity about playing with data come in handy when you learn big data analytics.‎

    The right people for roles in big data analytics are inquisitive problem solvers who like working with numbers and using statistics to sort through large amounts of data. They typically have work experience or coursework in high-level math or computer programming. A background in behavioral analysis can also be useful for roles in big data analytics because individuals often seek to understand or predict what influences the behavior represented by data. Big data analysts may often need soft skills, such as communication and collaboration skills they use when explaining what they see in the data and working with team members on projects.‎

    If you like working with numbers and are comfortable using statistical techniques, learning big data analytics may be right for you. The amount of data collected on a daily basis is already massive and continues to grow, so organizations need analysts who can curate and prepare data for businesses, governments, and other groups to use. Learning big data analytics may interest you if you possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills and want to apply those skills to sorting and analyzing data to find what’s useful for a client. You may be able to use the knowledge you gain to land an internship or seek a career in data science filling roles in a variety of industries.‎

    Online Big Data Analytics courses offer a convenient and flexible way to enhance your existing knowledge or learn new Big Data Analytics skills. With a wide range of Big Data Analytics classes, you can conveniently learn at your own pace to advance your Big Data Analytics career skills.‎

    When looking to enhance your workforce's skills in Big Data Analytics, it's crucial to select a course that aligns with their current abilities and learning objectives. Our Skills Dashboard is an invaluable tool for identifying skill gaps and choosing the most appropriate course for effective upskilling. For a comprehensive understanding of how our courses can benefit your employees, explore the enterprise solutions we offer. Discover more about our tailored programs at Coursera for Business here.‎

    This FAQ content has been made available for informational purposes only. Learners are advised to conduct additional research to ensure that courses and other credentials pursued meet their personal, professional, and financial goals.

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