Data-Driven Decisions: Scaling Impact at Google
Unlock the power of data to drive impactful decisions and scale your impact, Google-style! This comprehensive course, developed with insights from Google's leading data scientists and decision-makers, provides you with the knowledge, skills, and tools needed to transform raw data into actionable insights and achieve measurable results. Participants receive a prestigious certificate upon completion, issued by The Art of Service.Course Overview This course is designed to be interactive, engaging, comprehensive, personalized, and up-to-date. You'll gain practical, real-world applications through hands-on projects, bite-sized lessons, and actionable insights. Enjoy lifetime access, gamification, progress tracking, a user-friendly mobile experience, and become part of a community-driven learning environment.
Course Curriculum Module 1: Foundations of Data-Driven Decision Making
- Chapter 1: Introduction to Data-Driven Decision Making: What, Why, and How
- Chapter 2: The Data Ecosystem: Understanding Data Sources and Types
- Chapter 3: Defining Business Objectives and KPIs: Aligning Data with Strategic Goals
- Chapter 4: Ethical Considerations in Data Analysis: Privacy, Bias, and Responsible Use
- Chapter 5: Data Governance and Compliance: Ensuring Data Quality and Security
Module 2: Data Collection and Preparation
- Chapter 6: Data Collection Methods: Surveys, Experiments, and Observational Studies
- Chapter 7: Data Warehousing and Data Lakes: Centralizing and Organizing Data
- Chapter 8: Data Cleaning and Preprocessing: Handling Missing Values and Outliers
- Chapter 9: Data Transformation and Feature Engineering: Creating Meaningful Variables
- Chapter 10: Data Validation and Verification: Ensuring Data Accuracy and Reliability
Module 3: Data Analysis and Visualization
- Chapter 11: Descriptive Statistics: Understanding Data Distribution and Central Tendency
- Chapter 12: Inferential Statistics: Making Predictions and Drawing Conclusions
- Chapter 13: Hypothesis Testing: Formulating and Testing Business Hypotheses
- Chapter 14: Data Visualization Principles: Creating Effective Charts and Graphs
- Chapter 15: Data Visualization Tools: Mastering Tableau, Power BI, and Google Data Studio
Module 4: Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning
- Chapter 16: Introduction to Machine Learning: Concepts and Applications
- Chapter 17: Regression Analysis: Predicting Continuous Outcomes
- Chapter 18: Classification Algorithms: Predicting Categorical Outcomes
- Chapter 19: Clustering Analysis: Identifying Patterns and Segments
- Chapter 20: Time Series Analysis: Forecasting Future Trends
Module 5: A/B Testing and Experimentation
- Chapter 21: Principles of A/B Testing: Designing and Running Effective Experiments
- Chapter 22: Statistical Significance and Power Analysis: Interpreting Results Accurately
- Chapter 23: Multivariate Testing: Optimizing Multiple Variables Simultaneously
- Chapter 24: Personalization and Targeting: Delivering Relevant Experiences
- Chapter 25: Iteration and Optimization: Continuously Improving Performance
Module 6: Data Storytelling and Communication
- Chapter 26: Crafting Compelling Data Narratives: Communicating Insights Effectively
- Chapter 27: Presentation Skills for Data Professionals: Delivering Engaging Presentations
- Chapter 28: Data-Driven Report Writing: Creating Clear and Concise Reports
- Chapter 29: Stakeholder Management: Building Consensus and Driving Action
- Chapter 30: Communicating Technical Information to Non-Technical Audiences
Module 7: Data-Driven Product Development
- Chapter 31: Data-Informed Product Strategy: Identifying Opportunities and Priorities
- Chapter 32: User Research and Data Integration: Understanding User Needs
- Chapter 33: Agile Development and Data Feedback Loops: Iterating Quickly and Effectively
- Chapter 34: Measuring Product Success: Defining and Tracking Key Metrics
- Chapter 35: Using Data to Prioritize Features and Improvements
Module 8: Data-Driven Marketing and Sales
- Chapter 36: Customer Segmentation and Targeting: Reaching the Right Customers
- Chapter 37: Campaign Measurement and Optimization: Maximizing ROI
- Chapter 38: Lead Scoring and Qualification: Identifying High-Potential Leads
- Chapter 39: Sales Forecasting and Pipeline Management: Predicting Future Sales
- Chapter 40: Personalizing Customer Experiences with Data
Module 9: Data-Driven Operations and Supply Chain
- Chapter 41: Demand Forecasting and Inventory Management: Optimizing Inventory Levels
- Chapter 42: Process Optimization and Automation: Improving Efficiency and Reducing Costs
- Chapter 43: Supply Chain Visibility and Risk Management: Minimizing Disruptions
- Chapter 44: Predictive Maintenance: Preventing Equipment Failures
- Chapter 45: Data-Driven Quality Control
Module 10: Data-Driven Human Resources
- Chapter 46: Talent Acquisition and Recruitment: Finding the Best Candidates
- Chapter 47: Employee Engagement and Retention: Improving Employee Satisfaction
- Chapter 48: Performance Management and Development: Optimizing Employee Performance
- Chapter 49: Diversity and Inclusion Analytics: Promoting a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
- Chapter 50: Workforce Planning and Forecasting
Module 11: Advanced Data Analysis Techniques
- Chapter 51: Natural Language Processing (NLP): Analyzing Text Data
- Chapter 52: Computer Vision: Analyzing Image and Video Data
- Chapter 53: Network Analysis: Understanding Relationships and Connections
- Chapter 54: Geospatial Analysis: Analyzing Location Data
- Chapter 55: Causal Inference: Determining Cause-and-Effect Relationships
Module 12: Data Security and Privacy
- Chapter 56: Data Encryption and Anonymization: Protecting Sensitive Data
- Chapter 57: Data Access Control and Authorization: Limiting Access to Data
- Chapter 58: Data Breach Prevention and Response: Minimizing the Impact of Breaches
- Chapter 59: Privacy Regulations and Compliance: Understanding GDPR and CCPA
- Chapter 60: Building a Culture of Data Security
Module 13: Big Data and Cloud Computing
- Chapter 61: Introduction to Big Data Technologies: Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka
- Chapter 62: Cloud Computing Platforms: AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
- Chapter 63: Data Storage and Processing in the Cloud: Scalability and Cost Optimization
- Chapter 64: Data Integration in the Cloud: Connecting Different Data Sources
- Chapter 65: Leveraging Cloud Services for Machine Learning
Module 14: Building a Data-Driven Culture
- Chapter 66: Leadership Commitment and Support: Creating a Data-First Mindset
- Chapter 67: Data Literacy and Training: Empowering Employees with Data Skills
- Chapter 68: Data Sharing and Collaboration: Breaking Down Data Silos
- Chapter 69: Data Governance and Ethics: Establishing Clear Guidelines
- Chapter 70: Measuring the Impact of Data-Driven Initiatives
Module 15: Real-World Case Studies at Google
- Chapter 71: Case Study 1: Data-Driven Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Chapter 72: Case Study 2: Using Data to Improve Google Ads Performance
- Chapter 73: Case Study 3: Data-Driven Product Recommendation Systems
- Chapter 74: Case Study 4: Analyzing User Behavior on YouTube
- Chapter 75: Case Study 5: Optimizing Google Cloud Infrastructure with Data
Module 16: Scaling Data-Driven Impact
- Chapter 76: Defining and Measuring Impact at Scale: Setting meaningful goals and metrics.
- Chapter 77: Building Scalable Data Pipelines: Automating data workflows for efficiency.
- Chapter 78: Democratizing Data Access: Empowering teams with self-service analytics.
- Chapter 79: Fostering a Culture of Experimentation: Encouraging continuous improvement.
- Chapter 80: The Future of Data-Driven Decision Making: Emerging trends and technologies.
Module 17: Capstone Project: Applying Your Knowledge
- Chapter 81: Project Selection: Choose a real-world data challenge.
- Chapter 82: Data Analysis and Modeling: Apply the techniques you've learned.
- Chapter 83: Developing Actionable Recommendations: Present your findings and insights.
- Chapter 84: Peer Review and Feedback: Learn from your classmates' projects.
- Chapter 85: Final Project Submission and Evaluation
Module 18: Course Conclusion and Next Steps
- Chapter 86: Review of Key Concepts: Consolidate your learning.
- Chapter 87: Resources for Continued Learning: Expand your knowledge.
- Chapter 88: Building Your Data Portfolio: Showcase your skills to employers.
- Chapter 89: Networking Opportunities: Connect with other data professionals.
- Chapter 90: Obtaining Your Certificate: Celebrate your success.
Upon successful completion of all modules and the capstone project, you will receive a certificate issued by The Art of Service, demonstrating your expertise in data-driven decision making and scaling impact, Google-style.
Module 1: Foundations of Data-Driven Decision Making
- Chapter 1: Introduction to Data-Driven Decision Making: What, Why, and How
- Chapter 2: The Data Ecosystem: Understanding Data Sources and Types
- Chapter 3: Defining Business Objectives and KPIs: Aligning Data with Strategic Goals
- Chapter 4: Ethical Considerations in Data Analysis: Privacy, Bias, and Responsible Use
- Chapter 5: Data Governance and Compliance: Ensuring Data Quality and Security
Module 2: Data Collection and Preparation
- Chapter 6: Data Collection Methods: Surveys, Experiments, and Observational Studies
- Chapter 7: Data Warehousing and Data Lakes: Centralizing and Organizing Data
- Chapter 8: Data Cleaning and Preprocessing: Handling Missing Values and Outliers
- Chapter 9: Data Transformation and Feature Engineering: Creating Meaningful Variables
- Chapter 10: Data Validation and Verification: Ensuring Data Accuracy and Reliability
Module 3: Data Analysis and Visualization
- Chapter 11: Descriptive Statistics: Understanding Data Distribution and Central Tendency
- Chapter 12: Inferential Statistics: Making Predictions and Drawing Conclusions
- Chapter 13: Hypothesis Testing: Formulating and Testing Business Hypotheses
- Chapter 14: Data Visualization Principles: Creating Effective Charts and Graphs
- Chapter 15: Data Visualization Tools: Mastering Tableau, Power BI, and Google Data Studio
Module 4: Predictive Analytics and Machine Learning
- Chapter 16: Introduction to Machine Learning: Concepts and Applications
- Chapter 17: Regression Analysis: Predicting Continuous Outcomes
- Chapter 18: Classification Algorithms: Predicting Categorical Outcomes
- Chapter 19: Clustering Analysis: Identifying Patterns and Segments
- Chapter 20: Time Series Analysis: Forecasting Future Trends
Module 5: A/B Testing and Experimentation
- Chapter 21: Principles of A/B Testing: Designing and Running Effective Experiments
- Chapter 22: Statistical Significance and Power Analysis: Interpreting Results Accurately
- Chapter 23: Multivariate Testing: Optimizing Multiple Variables Simultaneously
- Chapter 24: Personalization and Targeting: Delivering Relevant Experiences
- Chapter 25: Iteration and Optimization: Continuously Improving Performance
Module 6: Data Storytelling and Communication
- Chapter 26: Crafting Compelling Data Narratives: Communicating Insights Effectively
- Chapter 27: Presentation Skills for Data Professionals: Delivering Engaging Presentations
- Chapter 28: Data-Driven Report Writing: Creating Clear and Concise Reports
- Chapter 29: Stakeholder Management: Building Consensus and Driving Action
- Chapter 30: Communicating Technical Information to Non-Technical Audiences
Module 7: Data-Driven Product Development
- Chapter 31: Data-Informed Product Strategy: Identifying Opportunities and Priorities
- Chapter 32: User Research and Data Integration: Understanding User Needs
- Chapter 33: Agile Development and Data Feedback Loops: Iterating Quickly and Effectively
- Chapter 34: Measuring Product Success: Defining and Tracking Key Metrics
- Chapter 35: Using Data to Prioritize Features and Improvements
Module 8: Data-Driven Marketing and Sales
- Chapter 36: Customer Segmentation and Targeting: Reaching the Right Customers
- Chapter 37: Campaign Measurement and Optimization: Maximizing ROI
- Chapter 38: Lead Scoring and Qualification: Identifying High-Potential Leads
- Chapter 39: Sales Forecasting and Pipeline Management: Predicting Future Sales
- Chapter 40: Personalizing Customer Experiences with Data
Module 9: Data-Driven Operations and Supply Chain
- Chapter 41: Demand Forecasting and Inventory Management: Optimizing Inventory Levels
- Chapter 42: Process Optimization and Automation: Improving Efficiency and Reducing Costs
- Chapter 43: Supply Chain Visibility and Risk Management: Minimizing Disruptions
- Chapter 44: Predictive Maintenance: Preventing Equipment Failures
- Chapter 45: Data-Driven Quality Control
Module 10: Data-Driven Human Resources
- Chapter 46: Talent Acquisition and Recruitment: Finding the Best Candidates
- Chapter 47: Employee Engagement and Retention: Improving Employee Satisfaction
- Chapter 48: Performance Management and Development: Optimizing Employee Performance
- Chapter 49: Diversity and Inclusion Analytics: Promoting a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace
- Chapter 50: Workforce Planning and Forecasting
Module 11: Advanced Data Analysis Techniques
- Chapter 51: Natural Language Processing (NLP): Analyzing Text Data
- Chapter 52: Computer Vision: Analyzing Image and Video Data
- Chapter 53: Network Analysis: Understanding Relationships and Connections
- Chapter 54: Geospatial Analysis: Analyzing Location Data
- Chapter 55: Causal Inference: Determining Cause-and-Effect Relationships
Module 12: Data Security and Privacy
- Chapter 56: Data Encryption and Anonymization: Protecting Sensitive Data
- Chapter 57: Data Access Control and Authorization: Limiting Access to Data
- Chapter 58: Data Breach Prevention and Response: Minimizing the Impact of Breaches
- Chapter 59: Privacy Regulations and Compliance: Understanding GDPR and CCPA
- Chapter 60: Building a Culture of Data Security
Module 13: Big Data and Cloud Computing
- Chapter 61: Introduction to Big Data Technologies: Hadoop, Spark, and Kafka
- Chapter 62: Cloud Computing Platforms: AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud
- Chapter 63: Data Storage and Processing in the Cloud: Scalability and Cost Optimization
- Chapter 64: Data Integration in the Cloud: Connecting Different Data Sources
- Chapter 65: Leveraging Cloud Services for Machine Learning
Module 14: Building a Data-Driven Culture
- Chapter 66: Leadership Commitment and Support: Creating a Data-First Mindset
- Chapter 67: Data Literacy and Training: Empowering Employees with Data Skills
- Chapter 68: Data Sharing and Collaboration: Breaking Down Data Silos
- Chapter 69: Data Governance and Ethics: Establishing Clear Guidelines
- Chapter 70: Measuring the Impact of Data-Driven Initiatives
Module 15: Real-World Case Studies at Google
- Chapter 71: Case Study 1: Data-Driven Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
- Chapter 72: Case Study 2: Using Data to Improve Google Ads Performance
- Chapter 73: Case Study 3: Data-Driven Product Recommendation Systems
- Chapter 74: Case Study 4: Analyzing User Behavior on YouTube
- Chapter 75: Case Study 5: Optimizing Google Cloud Infrastructure with Data
Module 16: Scaling Data-Driven Impact
- Chapter 76: Defining and Measuring Impact at Scale: Setting meaningful goals and metrics.
- Chapter 77: Building Scalable Data Pipelines: Automating data workflows for efficiency.
- Chapter 78: Democratizing Data Access: Empowering teams with self-service analytics.
- Chapter 79: Fostering a Culture of Experimentation: Encouraging continuous improvement.
- Chapter 80: The Future of Data-Driven Decision Making: Emerging trends and technologies.
Module 17: Capstone Project: Applying Your Knowledge
- Chapter 81: Project Selection: Choose a real-world data challenge.
- Chapter 82: Data Analysis and Modeling: Apply the techniques you've learned.
- Chapter 83: Developing Actionable Recommendations: Present your findings and insights.
- Chapter 84: Peer Review and Feedback: Learn from your classmates' projects.
- Chapter 85: Final Project Submission and Evaluation
Module 18: Course Conclusion and Next Steps
- Chapter 86: Review of Key Concepts: Consolidate your learning.
- Chapter 87: Resources for Continued Learning: Expand your knowledge.
- Chapter 88: Building Your Data Portfolio: Showcase your skills to employers.
- Chapter 89: Networking Opportunities: Connect with other data professionals.
- Chapter 90: Obtaining Your Certificate: Celebrate your success.