CAPDA Pro – Certified AI-Powered Data Analyst

What you'll learn

 Fast-track your data analytics career with AI. CAPDA Lite is a 40-hour foundational to intermediate course designed for professionals, students, and career switchers who want to gain hands-on skills in data analysis—quickly and effectively. This course blends essential tools like Excel, SQL, Power BI, and Python with cutting-edge AI integrations like ChatGPT, Copilot, and AI-powered dashboards, preparing you for the data-driven jobs of today.

 From mastering Excel and SQL to building interactive Power BI dashboards and writing Python scripts for analysis, CAPDA Lite covers it all. You'll also explore prompt engineering and how to use AI tools to automate reports, generate code, and uncover data insights. The course wraps up with a real-world capstone project, helping you build your first portfolio piece for LinkedIn and GitHub.

Key Benefits

Learn job-ready tools like Excel, SQL, Power BI & Python
Integrate AI like ChatGPT and Copilot into your workflow
Build a strong foundation for analytics and business intelligence roles
Gain confidence through hands-on projects and expert guidance
Get support with resume building, LinkedIn profile, and career prep
Career Opportunities
After completing CAPDA Lite, you'll be ready to pursue roles such as:
Data Analyst
Junior Business Intelligence Analyst
Reporting Analyst
Data Specialist
AI-Enhanced Analyst
Whether you're entering the world of analytics or upgrading your current skillset, CAPDA Lite is your gateway to a future-proof career in data—powered by AI.

This course includes:

 

 Module 0: Career Scope + Learning Plan (1 Hour)
  • Same as Lite, but with career tracks mapped to tools
  • Interview readiness tracker & skill checklist

 Module 1: Excel & Advanced Excel with Dashboards (10 Hours)
 Topics:
  • Everything in CAPDA Lite +
  • Named ranges, Form Controls (Dropdowns, Checkboxes)
  • Dashboards: Dynamic visuals using slicers & buttons
  • Power Pivot: Building data models with measures
  • KPI creation and what-if analysis

 AI Tools:

  • Use AI to write complex nested formulas
  • Dashboard narration using Smart Narrative AI tools

 Module 2: SQL – Intermediate to Advanced (10 Hours)
 Topics:
  • Everything in Lite +
  • Subqueries, CTEs, Views
  • Case statements, RANK, NTILE
  • Stored Procedures (intro)
  • Real-time problem-solving (Sales, HR, CRM datasets)

 AI Tools:

  • ChatGPT + Prompting for multi-table query generation
  • Optimization with AI (indexed query suggestions)

 Module 3: Power BI – DAX + AI Visuals (12 Hours)
 Topics:
  • Everything in Lite +
  • Advanced DAX: SWITCH, FILTER, RELATED, CALCULATE
  • Time intelligence functions
  • Row-level security and deployment
  • Designing executive-level dashboards

 AI Tools:

  • Use Copilot for Power BI formula generation
  • Narrative writing with Smart Narratives + Export to PPT

 Module 4: Python for Data Analytics – Full Track (12 Hours)
 Topics:
  • Python Refresher: Loops, Functions, Conditions
  • Data cleaning with Pandas
  • Aggregation & transformation with groupby(), melt(), pivot
  • Exploratory Data Analysis (EDA)
  • Visualization: Seaborn, matplotlib, plotly
  • Exporting clean datasets to Excel/Power BI

 AI Tools:

  • ChatGPT + GitHub Copilot for code generation
  • Prompt-based EDA and report writing

 Module 5: AI Tools + Prompt Engineering (6 Hours)
 Topics:
  • Introduction to ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, Copilot
  • Prompt categories: Analytical, Instructional, Formulaic
  • Build your own AI Assistant for dashboard insights
  • Case studies: Automate reporting with AI

 Module 6: Domain-Specific Mini Projects (3 Hours)
  • Choose 3 domains from:
    • HR Analytics (attrition, recruitment)
    • Sales Analysis (region-wise performance)
    • Inventory & Logistics (stockouts, demand)
    • Finance (profitability, risk)
  • Each project combines Excel + SQL + Power BI

 Module 7: Capstone Project + Portfolio (6 Hours)
  • Complete E2E Project from raw data to dashboard
  • Document with AI narration tools
  • Host final project on GitHub / LinkedIn
  • Resume & Interview review session

 Final Deliverables – CAPDA Pro:
  • Certificate: CAPDA Pro
  • 3 Domain Projects + 1 Capstone
  • GitHub Portfolio Setup
  • LinkedIn Optimization Guide
  • Interview Question Bank (Excel, SQL, BI, AI)

 



 

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