Whether you're just starting to believe that data runs this world (it does!), or you want to kickstart your future career as a data analyst, dive into a hands-on experience learning SQL and Python, guided by pros.
Boost your resume by tackling real-world projects from global companies.
Earn credits and credentials that will jumpstart your future.
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Summer: INNO 491-004Fall: INNO 250-001
VCU Credits
Course codes for The Global Career Accelerator.
Summer Program Dates
May 28 to August 4, 2024
Fall Program Dates
August 20 to Dec 9, 2024
The program cost is standard tuition and a program fee of $1,800.
Data Wrangling with SQL
Intro to Python for Data
Kickstart your career by learning the #1 data wrangling language: SQL
Learn the technical skills necessary to succeed in a high-potential career.
Write queries to sort, filter and group data—and learn how to debug errors.
Learn about industry-standard Python libraries such as Pandas and NumPy.
Receive a SQL Specialist certification and badge for your LinkedIn.
Receive a Python Specialist certification for your resume and badge for your LinkedIn.
Intercultural Competency Skills
Earn Badges Upon Completion
Build your emotional intelligence skillset.
Develop listening skills that manage bias.
Receive an Intercultural Skills Badge for LinkedIn.
Brand Project Spotlight
You'll engage in a riveting Data Analysis project with The Recording Academy:
Employ professional data analysis and visualization techniques, focusing on Grammy.com's content and audience strategy.
Utilize actual data sets and real-life business context for your investigation.
Delve into, scrutinize, and professionally present your findings.
SQL and Python skills are for more than computerscience majors.
Business
Intelligence Analyst
Product
Manager
Machine Learning Engineer
Industrial Engineer
Supply Chain
Manager
Researcher
Work with professionals committed to your success.
HEAD OF DATA ANALYTICS
HEAD OF LIVE EXPERIENCE
Dr. Robert Alvarez
Dr. Lauren Crider
Data scientist at Intel and NASA and former professor at Santa Clara University, Robert will be your expert guide into the world of data analytics. He’s devoted his professional life to studying and using data to champion holistic changes in a wide array of fields.
Doctor of Mathematics who conducted research at MIT and passionate educator, Lauren currently works as an analyst and product data scientist at a rad startup. She inspires students of all backgrounds to love working with data - even if they don’t love math as much as she does.
Your teaching team is here to support and mentor you through your experience. Attend Drop-In Hours with the team to ask questions and connect with them.
Community
Connect and network with your peers across other universities, ask questions and share some of your projects progress.
HelpHub
Our super-powered chatbot Bodhi has solved 80% of participants' questions in past terms—but get real human help when needed.
The VCU Global Career Accelerator is offered in partnership with Podium Education, the leader in developing online programs that empower universities to prepare students for high-growth careers in the digital economy.
Virginia Commonwealth University
da Vinci Center for Innovation
da Vinci Center for Innovation NORTH 1229 W Broad Street Richmond, VA 23220
"Having the skills to work with data has opened up so many opportunities for me.I want to share my knowledge and passion about working with real data, critical thinking, and problem solving. You'll get the skills to launch your career."
