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Data Scientist Career Guide and Interview Preparation

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Gain the edge in the competitive data science job market! This course provides the essential tools and techniques to create job-seeking materials and ace interviews. Learn from experienced professionals to land the job you want!

Language

  • English

Topic

  • Data Analysis

Skills You Will Learn

  • Recruitment, Professional Development, Computer Programming, Human Resources, Leadership and Management

Offered By

  • IBMSkillsNetwork

Estimated Effort

  • 3 weeks

Platform

  • Coursera

Last Update

  • April 30, 2024
About This course

Data science professionals are in high demand around the world, and the trend shows no sign of slowing. There are lots of great jobs available, but lots of great candidates too. How can you get the edge in such a competitive field? This course will prepare you to enter the job market as a great candidate for a data scientist position. It provides practical techniques for creating essential job-seeking materials such as a resume and a portfolio, as well as auxiliary tools like a cover letter and an elevator pitch. You will learn how to find and assess prospective job positions, apply to them, and lay the groundwork for interviewing.

The course doesn’t stop there, however. You will also get inside tips and steps you can use to perform professionally and effectively at interviews. You will learn how to approach a code challenge and get to practice completing them. Additionally, it provides guidance about the regular functions and tasks of data scientists, as well as the opportunities of the profession and some options for career development.

Let seasoned professionals share their experience to help you get ahead and land the job you want!