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9 Skills Every Business Analytics Professional Needs

Through great strides in technology and an increase in available data, harnessing the power of analytics in business is easier than ever. And as more companies look to data for solutions, business analytics professionals fill the growing need for data expertise. But there are particular hard and soft skills you need to have a successful analytics career and thrive in the world of big data. We’ll explore the top technical and non-technical skills for a business analytics professional. But first, let’s address what a business analytics professional actually does. What is the difference between business analysts and business analytics professionals? The […]

9 Skills Every Business Analytics Professional Needs

Through great strides in technology and an increase in available data, harnessing the power of analytics in business is easier than ever. And as more companies look to data for solutions, business analytics professionals fill the growing need for data expertise. But there are particular hard and soft skills you need to have a successful analytics career and thrive in the world of big data. We’ll explore the top technical and non-technical skills for a business analytics professional. But first, let’s address what a business analytics professional actually does. What is the difference between business analysts and business analytics professionals? The […]