Data Analyst Bootcamps | Are They Worth It?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ค. 2024
- Are Data Analyst Bootcamps worth the time and cost? In this video we talk about what bootcamps are all about and the pros and cons of doing one. I get asked this question all the time, and although personally I've never done one, we can look at them together and see if they're right for you.
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Coursera Courses:
Google Data Analyst Certification: coursera.pxf.io/5bBd62
Data Analysis with Python - coursera.pxf.io/BXY3Wy
IBM Data Analysis Specialization - coursera.pxf.io/AoYOdR
Tableau Data Visualization - coursera.pxf.io/MXYqaN
Udemy Courses:
Python for Data Analysis and Visualization- bit.ly/3hhX4LX
Statistics for Data Science - bit.ly/37jqDbq
SQL for Data Analysts (SSMS) - bit.ly/3fkqEij
Tableau A-Z - bit.ly/385lYvN
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If you've taken a bootcamp please let me know below! I'd love to hear your experience after taking one!
Im taking a data analyst bootcamp on udemy however the course does not teach SQL should i still take that course?
For real thank you man for directing us for the right way
Mohamed Ice glad to help and thanks for watching!
I have friends taking bootcamps for 15k and they ask for help quite often, my courses are from Udemy and some other cheap places, it is not about which course or school you taking it from it is about how passion you are to learn it and then how curious you are about whats next, love the frustration. Sometimes i dream in code, and i am not kidding
edd LG I’ve heard very similar stories before! Definitely not for everyone - I’m a fan of Udemy and Coursera a lot 👍
You have synethesia. If u dream in code
Thank you for the light & direction 🙏.
Glad to help!
Thank you for taking the time to give advice! The offer I was given by one bootcamp for UI/UX was $15,000, with a 3 month, full time track and job guarantee. I will research my way through Udemy, Khan, LinkedIn, and others.
Thank you so much Alex for all your videos. They are helping me with organizing my thoughts 🙂
Same with me
I just want to confirm that the links you have recommended are what you’d most definitely recommend and not just because of sponsorship. Thank you for putting such helpful content out for us
Karan Bhela these are ones that I personally took and really learned a lot from. It’s definitely not because of any sponsorship.
Hi Alex.. You're doing great. I really like your videos :)
Hey Alex! Thank you for all the information and time you put into making this video!Any thoughts on Colombia University Data Analysis bootcamp? Thank you
I have taken one, I highly recommend just going to Web dev bootcamp first and learning the data analyst stuff in your free time...One for the simple reason you can get a data analyst job just knowing sql and how to do charts....I took the data scientist route and when I interview with employers they are basically looking for software engineers then being able to apply data techniques maybe for visualization...Just my opinion
Did you get this information in a lot of job offers?
Alex - super quick question: if money was NOT an issue AT ALL, would you recommend any of these bootcamps? if yes, which one(s)?
PS I feel like my answer would've been no, given the plethora of astronomically cheaper/free courses out there + the dedication to truly learning all of the skills and technologies in depth can only be done by myself at my own pace and which schools and bootcamps aren't really conducive for
Have you ever heard of Merit America? I would love a video on that as I'm applying and I've only seen positives associated with it. You pay $0 up front and don't pay anything until you get a job making $40k or more a year. Plus, they work with your schedule so you don't have to quit your job. You put in about 20-25 hours per week for 16 weeks. The price is $5,400 no interest, and you pay $95 a month after you get a job. I want to know your opinions on this as I've watched your videos for a while and would love feedback!
I have come to believe that no matter what courses you have taken, what bootcamps you went to or what books you used to study, at the end of the day, it's about whether you know your stuff or not. Of course it's not purely binary, because some people know more about SQL, Python, or just have better insights in general than others, but what counts is passing the code interview (and the other interviews). Let me know if you have other angles on this.
Luiz Scheuer in the end that is true in terms of how well you’ll perform in a job. I do think that in terms of actually getting a job and getting hired certifications and bootcamps can make a difference, but not a huge difference. That’s why I wouldn’t be able to justify the price for a bootcamp when you can learn the same skills for free and make a portfolio that is just as competitive.
@@AlexTheAnalyst Makes sense, cheers!
@@AlexTheAnalyst you think it’s possible to make a portfolio (from just free online sources) without the boot camp?? and would that be credible enough to add to a resume?
The university of Arizona boot camp is 11k.. I feel like that’s way over priced, especially with no job guarantee
With no degree, once I have some experience will that be enough? Or will I always struggle to find a job without a degree? And does a boot camp look good on a resume or does it just highlight my lack of higher education?
Nice video, I am really lost about my career path after leaving my nursing major , but I am going to be using ur resources n other resources that r online to teach my self. Hopefully in 6 month I will be able to do projects n build my pro folio.
Sorry to hear that. I’m glad you have a plan though! I have a few videos on Skills path and Career path for Data Analysts. Hope those help!
Aye man I’m thinking about applying for a Washington university data analytics boot camp for under a little under 13k for 24 weeks. I have no experience and but they go over most things in the field. Mentioned about helping with resumes and landing my first job. Also said that they would aid me with the degree if I choose to go further
Did you go ahead with the boot camp?
I am currently enrolled on the data analytics bootcamp from georges Washington University. I can tell that you don't need it if you have the dedication and the commitment to learn which is what I have been struggling ever since i started my data journey. But the fact that you can put that on your resume would help i guess.
I definitely can see that - some people really need a path and someone to motivate them. I think it does help on a resume, but I just can’t justify the cost in my mind. Definitely may be worth it for you though!
@@AlexTheAnalyst it is super expensive ! The prices are insane. Georges Washington charges 10k. But I honestly wanted something local (the dmv area) as they might have more insight regarding the job market here and they have a free interest loan option. You pay fixed price for 24 months. And also it doesn't seem to be appearing on your credit report which is a bummer. They use a British loan company. Anyways, good video as usual. Very realistic insight.
@@barnumingrid8739 Wow that's a crazy price. That's more than what I'm paying for my Bachelor's degree focussing on Data Analytics. Hopefully it's worth it though! Good luck
deukoue ingrid If I were to do one I would try to go local as well, just makes more sense. That’s really interesting!
Do they have a job placement program or a job guarantee?
@@AlexTheAnalyst no job placement or job guarantee. Just a career service and mentoring. To be honest I really do not believe in those job guarantee statement. I'm sure there are hidden conditions.same for refund if job is not found; but that is just my opinion. I might be wrong!
Alex, I got my bachelors degree in IT back in 2011, worked for a year in IT then life took in another route more with administrative work. I got my MBA in 2018 but I am lost now and would like to major in Data Analytics. I live DC area. How should I start?
So I got a masters in computer and information systems. My bachelors is in psychology. I did a career change and went into IT. My problem has been that the program undid my masters in was new so not as structured as it probably is now. Because of that I did not get any real experience and could not land any real entry level job because I am "over qualified". And since of that reason I have no real job experience because no one was really giving me a chance. Now I'm looking to get back into the workforce after being a stay at home dad but I think in order for me to do that, these bootcamps might be the quickest way. Not concerned about cost. Friend I know who have done these bootcamps have been successful and found a job quickly.
Alex, what would you suggest as an alternative? If I’m self taught or boot camp certified, that still leaves me with not meeting the minimum qualifications of a bachelors degree. And a bachelors degree is overall much more expensive and time consuming than a boot camp.
It does limit your job possibilities. I would try to look at small companies and non-profits as a starting job. Once you get experience you can always move up. It's definitely true that a Bachelor's being a minimum is pretty standard. Hard to get around that one.
Do you suggest to taking courses from Coursera first or any online courses or do bootcamps first? Right now I want a career change in my life and I've been interested in data analyst entry jobs.
What are your thoughts on bootcamps for people with degrees changing careers? I have a BA with a minor in stats. I work in finance and I want to move into analytics or data science. I plan on getting a MS but I want some on my resume now so I can start applying for jobs. I already have some coding experience through my minor such as SQL, R, and SAS.
Hello, did you end up doing it?
I don’t have a bachelors degree. I never finished school. I have some university coursework. I have a customer service background . I currently have a county job. I want to make a career change but I’m so confused on how. You said if you don’t have a bachelors degree and just a boot camp certificate you’re likely not to get the job. Should I go back and get my degree? It was in Sociology. Not really field related either. So idk what to do
Alex what do you think about Georgia techs data analysis bootcamp?
Are there card games or board games that are about Data Analytics? It would make learning fun.
I have a masters degree in public policy from Germany and I have just been selected for a bootcamp in data analyst. The price is 12500 Euros that you can only pay once you get a job offer, 250 Euros per month. Does the risk worth it?
Would data entry clerk be a good job position to start the career through data analyst? (after having the job just upgrade skills with programming) ?
I think it's a lot better than a lot of other jobs to start out at!
I'm contemplating doing a bootcamp, but I have no other 'real' tech experience. I'm really wondering if a DA bootcamp + my liberal arts bachelor's degree will cut it.
How much do you use python is your daily activities? Compare it to your usage of SQL, proportion wise. (Hope my English is clear enough).
Kenny Emma probably something like 85% SQL and 15% Python - of course there are lots of other tools I use, but just for those 2 that’s the breakdown. I used to not use it at all in past jobs, now using it more and more in current job.
@@AlexTheAnalyst Thanks. I really appreciate your feedback.
I recently withdrew from a software engineering degree due to financial reasons but I can afford to take on a data analysis bootcamp while I'm out of school, do you think that will be enough for me to land a job? I have coding experience dating back to high school but not much job experience. I spent most of my years in college/high school doing freelance IT technical support on fiverr doing computer optimizations, desktop/laptop/phone repairs, and creating software programs for friends when I have the time.
i’m in the exact same situation as you woah
I am currently working on becoming an analyst and started a boot camp not too long ago. I’ve been looking for someone in the field to become my mentor, but haven’t had any luck. Would you be willing to guide me?
Hey, that's very cool! Any yes, that's what I'm here for! I am always free to answer any questions at AlexTheAnalyst95@gmail.com. I also have a mentoring program that includes monthly Face to Face calls and help finding jobs. You can look at this at www.patreon.com/AlexTheAnalyst. Look forward to talking more!
What about a masters degree in data analytics from wgu? What are your thought?
The price is lower and so is the reputation of the school, but I think a master's degree from there would still be worth it. It's still not going to be easy and you'll learn a lot of new skills. I would still do it if you have the option.
What materials/sites did you use to learn SQL?
I mostly used TH-cam and Udemy. SQL is relatively easy to learn with free resources. I also liked Khan Academy if you want more reading than videos.
Hi Alex I have recently subscribed to your channel as I plan to become a Data analyst. I would appreciate your input on the below.
I currently hold a Masters's Degree in Supply chain management but have not worked in this space. I have worked in the Project management and Operations management space with shipping companies. Recently I moved to Canada and am looking for courses through which I can enhance my knowledge in Data Analytics. I finally narrowed down my search to the University of Toronto Data Analytics boot camp and Mc Gill University's Professional Development Certificate in Data Analytics for Business or Professional DevelopmentCertificate In Data Science and Machine Learning. I am 40 and need a University name also to back my credentials. Hoping to get some clarity from you
Please check these resources th-cam.com/video/7fSaad1kcX4/w-d-xo.html
Does the bachelors degree have to be a computer science degree?
No, but I think that's a really good one to get
Hi Alex are you going to add any advanced sql courses, you are a very good teacher
Kimblee K hey! Yes, I’ll be starting back up my Intermediate SQL Course soon and will finish that up. Then I will move onto the Advanced SQL Course :)
@@AlexTheAnalyst Looking forward to it.Thanks
You mentioned that if you only have a degree and a data analyst boot camp on your resume then you won’t meet the minimum requirement. Besides the obvious experience, what would you recommend to make me qualified? Thanks
I believe what I said is if you don't have a degree and you only have a bootcamp - Correct me if I'm wrong though. I would create a portfolio and if you're able try to get a Microsoft Certification. Those 2 things will make a big difference.
You are right, I didn’t hear it correctly. Thanks for the response
What about bootcamps that requires you to pay only after getting placed
I think some of those aren't bad - job guarantees are much better than not having one
@@AlexTheAnalyst but 3000$ seems pretty costly for me.
Those are usually income share agreements. Read all the fine print and research your desired job. You can end up paying a ton of money with an ISA vs paying up front or getting a loan.
My wife and I are thinking about taking the boot camp but we're worried with the new AI technology taking over
Is it required to take data science before taking data analytics courses?
Would you mind sharing your email? I want to ask some detailed questions. Thanks in advance
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