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  • MASTERSTART INSTITUTE

    Data Analysis Essentials

    15 Credits | 150 Notional Hours | 15 Weeks | 10 Hours per Week

    This 15-credit microcredential is one of eight credit-bearing modules that make up the Higher Certificate in Business Dynamics. Complete all eight required microcredentials to build towards the full 120-credit Higher Certificate

    Duration: 15 Weeks

    Weekly: 10 hours per week

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About this course

Organisations generate more data than ever, but data only becomes useful when people can interpret it, identify what matters and communicate the story behind the numbers. Being able to use evidence confidently is increasingly important across roles and industries.

Data Analysis Essentials introduces learners to practical data analysis in a business context. Learners develop skills in analysing and interpreting data, presenting findings clearly and using data to support decisions, strategies and real-world problem-solving.

The course also encourages self-led exploration and critical thinking, helping learners become more confident asking questions of data and turning findings into useful business insight.


This course is ideal for:

Individuals who want to build foundational data skills and use evidence more confidently to support business decisions, solve problems and communicate insights.

This 15-credit microcredential is one of eight credit-bearing modules that make up the Higher Certificate in Business Dynamics. Complete all eight required microcredentials to build towards the full 120-credit Higher Certificate
What will I learn?
  • Apply data analysis techniques to business decisions.
  • Present findings clearly and effectively.
  • Undertake self-led data exploration.
  • Strengthen critical thinking through data-driven decision-making.

Skills you will develp
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation
  • Data Communication
  • Data-Driven Strategy
  • Data Ethics
  • Basic Data Analysis
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This qualification is accredited by the Council on Higher Education and registered on the National Qualifications Framework by the South African Qualifications Authority. MasterStart Institute is registered with the Department of Higher Education as a Private Higher Education Institution.