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Scoping Data Projects

Learn how to translate business problems into well-structured data plans and requests.
Who Is This For?

This is a beginner course aimed at non-data professionals who want to create well-structured data plans and requests of their data colleagues.

Any prerequisites?
  • Familiar with data fundamentals, such as the difference between quantitative and qualitative data analysis.
  • Familiar with the data science project lifecycle.
  • Familiar with word processing tools, like Microsoft Word or Google Docs, for creating documents.
  • Comfortable downloading, exporting, and uploading files.
What will I be able to do after this Course?

Create a data plan with a defined problem statement, testable hypotheses, defined data requirements, and a defined method for evaluating results.

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Course Overview

Learning Path: Data Foundations
This course is part of Modal's Data Foundations Learning Path. Take this course individually or enroll in all three courses and take on a Capstone Project.
Course 1: Data Fundamentals
Define key terms related to data and understand foundational data concepts that help you interpret data.
Course 2: The Data Science Lifecycle
Understand how to work with data science teams, what they do, and their value to an organization.
This Course: Scoping Data Projects
Explore different types of data requests, such as one-time and continuous requests, and learn how the steps of the scientific method relate to a data plan. By the end of the course, you'll know how to formulate testable questions and hypotheses, identify your project's data requirements, and structure interpretable requests of your data teammates.
Capstone Project
Apply the skills you acquired on this Learning Path to solve a real-world data analysis challenge and earn your certificate.

What’s in a Modal course?

1:1 Coaching
Receive personal guidance, instruction, and motivation from real, practicing industry experts.
Real-world simulations
Practical coursework blends simulated and real-world projects, ensuring you are building job-ready skills.
Integrated code editor
In-browser coding environment mitigates challenges while enabling paired programming and inline feedback.
Structure & flexibility
Engage with content when your schedule allows. Our assignments and deadlines help you stay on track and our coaches keep you accountable.
Individual guidance
Courses for a variety of career goals, skill needs, and company objectives, ensuring learning is both relevant and productive.
Capstones projects
Challenging and satisfying capstone projects allow you to demonstrate the skills you’ve learned, while reinforcing collaboration and business skills.

Meet our coaches

Linda Liu
Director, Data Science & Analytics

Working with the learners makes it an incredibly rewarding journey. The shared excitement and collaborative growth highlight the entire fulfilling coaching experience!

Nataliia Maksimova
Director, Business Intelligence

It's incredibly inspiring to introduce people to the fascinating world of data. Sharing my passion for data and showing that it's not just dry numbers but a creative field where you can grow and innovate is deeply rewarding.

Udit Mehrotra
Senior Data Scientist

Seeing the growth in my learners is not only heartening but also assuring because I know I had a significant role to play in shaping their journey.

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