Course Summary
Course Category: Employment / Lifelong Learning
The aim of this training is to provide students with entry level skills within the financial technology sector in databases, data analytics, programming and project management. The course will focus on developing skills and processes required to interpret large amounts of data from a variety of types of data to assist in decision making and drive business forward.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Course Induction
Develop Software using SQL 7540-389
Career Planning
Principles of ICT System & Data Security L2 7540-011
Creating a Procedural Computer Program 7540-643
MS Excel Excel & Excel 2019 MO-200
Databases ITS_OD_201
Data Analytics-Foundation ICDL ICDL-DAF
Big Data ICDL ICDL-BD
Microsoft Power BI Data Analyst Associate PL-300
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
Progression to CAO Courses
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Administrative
Administrative people are interested in work that offers security and a sense of being part of a larger process. They may be at their most productive under supervisors who give clear guidelines and while performing routine tasks in a methodical and reliable way.
They tend to enjoy clerical and most forms of office work, where they perform essential administrative duties. They often form the backbone of large and small organisations alike. They may enjoy being in charge of office filing systems, and using computers and other office equipment to keep things running smoothly. They usually like routine work hours and prefer comfortable indoor workplaces.
Further Research
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Career Progression
You may pursue entry-level roles in data support, junior programming, or business analysis within Fintech, IT services, or administrative sectors.