Certificate in Business Intelligence & Analytics

Course Duration4 months
Learning FormatOnline Learning

Course Overview

The Certificate in Business Intelligence & Analytics provides learners with foundational knowledge and practical skills in collecting, managing, analysing and presenting business data to support informed decision-making. The programme covers business intelligence concepts, data sources, data preparation, databases, spreadsheets, data analysis, key performance indicators (KPIs), dashboards, data visualisation and business reporting. Learners will develop an understanding of how organisations use data and analytical techniques to identify trends, monitor performance, improve processes and support strategic and operational decisions.

Skills Covered

Understanding business intelligence and analytics principles
Identifying business data sources and requirements
Data collection and organisation
Data quality and data preparation
Understanding structured and unstructured data
Spreadsheet-based data analysis
Basic database and SQL concepts
Data querying and information retrieval
Data cleaning and transformation fundamentals
Descriptive and basic statistical analysis
Identifying trends and patterns
Key performance indicators (KPIs)
Business performance measurement
Data visualisation principles
Charts, reports and interactive dashboards
Business intelligence reporting
Basic data interpretation
Evidence-based decision-making
Data storytelling and presentation
Data governance, privacy and responsible data use

Why Join This Programme?

Develop practical knowledge of business intelligence and data analytics.
Learn how organisations transform business data into useful information.
Build foundational skills in data preparation, analysis and interpretation.
Develop confidence in using spreadsheets, databases and visualisation tools.
Learn how KPIs and dashboards can support business performance monitoring.
Develop the ability to identify trends and patterns within business data.
Improve data-driven decision-making and business reporting skills.
Establish a foundation for further study in business intelligence, data analytics and related technology fields.

Course Objectives

The objectives of this programme are to:

Introduce learners to fundamental business intelligence and analytics concepts.
Develop an understanding of business data sources, structures and requirements.
Introduce data collection, preparation, cleaning and organisation techniques.
Develop foundational skills in analysing business data.
Familiarise learners with basic database, SQL and data-querying concepts.
Develop the ability to identify trends, patterns and performance indicators.
Introduce data visualisation, dashboards and business intelligence reporting.
Develop skills in interpreting analytical findings for business decision-making.
Promote accurate, secure, ethical and responsible use of business data.
Enable learners to apply basic business intelligence and analytics techniques in organisational environments.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the programme, learners should be able to:

Explain fundamental business intelligence and analytics terminology.
Describe how organisations use data to support operational and strategic decisions.
Identify common business data sources and data requirements.
Organise business data into appropriate structured formats.
Identify basic data quality, completeness and consistency issues.
Apply fundamental data preparation and cleaning techniques.
Use spreadsheets to organise, analyse and present business data.
Explain basic database concepts and the role of SQL in data analysis.
Perform basic data queries and retrieve relevant information.
Apply basic descriptive and statistical analysis techniques.
Identify trends, patterns, relationships and variations within business data.
Define and interpret relevant business performance indicators and KPIs.
Create tables, charts and basic data visualisations.
Develop basic business reports and dashboards.
Interpret dashboards and analytical outputs for business purposes.
Communicate data findings clearly to relevant stakeholders.
Use analytical information to support routine business decisions.
Recognise the importance of data accuracy and reliable sources.
Apply appropriate data privacy, confidentiality and information-security practices.
Recognise analytical limitations and issues requiring further specialist investigation.

Why Choose London Technology College?

• Open to All – Whether you're brand new or brushing up your skills, our courses are designed to meet you where you are.
• Practical Approach – Learn by doing, with hands-on exercises that reflect real-world office tasks.
• Experienced Tutors – Our instructors bring real industry know-how and a passion for teaching.
• Certificate of Completion – Add an accredited certificate to your CV or LinkedIn profile to boost your job prospects.
• Flexible Learning Options – Study at your own pace, from anywhere in the world. Ideal for working professionals and international students seeking flexibility without compromising quality.
• Job-Ready Skills – Get trained in tools and techniques that employers actually look for.
• Support That Stays With You – Need help? Our team is here from start to finish—no question is too small.
• Learn at Your Own Pace – Take your time or move quickly—the course is designed to adapt to your needs.
• Hands-On Projects – Put your skills into action with tasks like reports, spreadsheets, resumes, and more.

Certificate of Completion

Earn a professional Certificate of Completion from London Technology College, demonstrating your newly acquired skills. This certificate is ideal for academic CVs, research proposals, and job applications in professional roles.

Earn Your Certificate in Certificate in Business Intelligence & Analytics:

• Industry-recognised certificate issued by London Technology College.
• Demonstrate competence through real-world, practical projects.
• Validate your skillset for research, analytics, and professional careers.