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About the Program

The Data Analyst Diploma at Eastern College is a 45-week program plus 8-week internship that equips students with practical skills in SQL, Python, statistics, and data visualization. Students learn to transform raw data into actionable insights, gain hands-on experience through projects, and graduate prepared for careers in analytics across multiple industries in today's data-driven economy.

Why Choose This Technology Program?

Organizations across every sector rely on skilled analysts, and this program provides students with technical foundations and applied skills to work with SQL, Python, and data visualization tools effectively. Students explore database management, statistics, and business intelligence while applying skills to real-world projects.

Core Curriculum Includes:

Technical training in SQL and Python for comprehensive data management and analysis
Data visualization and analytics for effective insight communication
Applied statistics and business intelligence for strategic decision-making support
Capstone project demonstrating ability to transform raw data into clear, actionable results

Students strengthen career-ready skills in digital literacy, communication, and professional networking while building expertise that employers actively seek across industries.

Career Opportunities

Career Paths for Graduates

Graduates are well-prepared for analytical roles across the expanding data analytics sector in multiple industries. The program equips students for positions such as Data Analyst, Business Intelligence Analyst, Database Administrator, Reporting Analyst, Research Analyst, and Data Visualization Specialist.

Top Employers Who Have Hired Eastern Grads:

Skillsoft
Public Service Pay Centre
Service New Brunswick
Innovatia
Xplornet
Robert Half International Inc.
Stellar Learning Strategies

Employment Outlook

Strong career prospects in fields reshaping every industry from healthcare and finance to education and beyond. Students gain practical skills and strategic thinking required to thrive in rapidly evolving sectors focused on intelligent decision-making.

Program Details

What Students Receive:

Comprehensive technical training combined with applied projects for career preparation
Professional development in digital literacy, ethics, and communication
Valuable industry experience and connections through 8-week internship
Flexible 20-hour weekly schedule with 12 hours in-class and 8 hours asynchronous lab time

Program Highlights:

45-week foundational program plus 8-week hands-on internship
Capstone project showcasing data transformation abilities to potential employers
Real-world project applications building practical expertise
Curriculum aligned with industry needs for today's job market and future opportunities

This program ensures students learn to turn raw data into actionable insights while building technical expertise and professional skills that prepare graduates not just for today's job market, but for the future of intelligent decision-making across rapidly evolving data-focused sectors.

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