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The top 15 big data and data analytics certifications

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Data and big data analytics are the lifeblood of any successful business. Getting the technology right can be challenging but building the right team with the right skills to undertake data initiatives can be even harder — a challenge reflected in the rising demand for big data and analytics skills and certifications.

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12 data science certifications that will pay off

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Whether you’re looking to earn a certification from an accredited university, gain experience as a new grad, hone vendor-specific skills, or demonstrate your knowledge of data analytics, the following certifications (presented in alphabetical order) will work for you. Not finding what you’re looking for?

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Pentagon’s first chief AI officer leaves after two years

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There is no doubt that Dr. Plumb’s technical expertise and strategic acumen will enhance the CDAO’s innovative efforts, and help accelerate the DOD’s adoption of data, analytics, and AI to generate decision advantage from the boardroom to the battlefield,” Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin said in a statement.

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Businesses understand the value of big data, but employees aren’t being trained to use it

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Read Brandon Vigliarolo explains why there is a vast data skill gap in big data technology on the Tech Republic : A study from Accenture and data analytics firm Qlik has discovered a massive problem in the big data world: A skills gap that is costing companies billions of dollars.

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What is a data analyst? A key role for data-driven business decisions

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They form the core of any analytics team and tend to be generalists versed in the methods of mathematical and statistical analysis. The rising demand for data analysts The data analyst role is in high demand, as organizations are growing their analytics capabilities at a rapid clip. billion this year, and would see 19.3%

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Identifying budding big data talent in your company

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Big data is often called one of the most important skill sets in the 21st century, and it’s experiencing enormous demand in the job market. Hiring data scientists and other big data professionals is a major challenge for large enterprises, leading many to shift their efforts to training existing staff.

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The Link Between Big Data and Employee Training

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Big data benefits businesses in various ways during the employee training process. If you run a company that has analysts, administrators, and data scientists, there are several reasons why you may want to use applications that rely on big data. Better Training and Enhanced Performance. Brigg Patten.