Applications are now open for the 2025 Generation Ghana-Mastercard Foundation Data Analyst Program. Click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
About Generation Ghana-Mastercard Foundation Data Analyst Program
Opportunity Details
Overview
A Data Analyst is a professional who interprets data, analyses trends, and uses statistical techniques to help organisations make informed decisions. Data analysts are responsible for cleaning, organising, and analysing large datasets. They use various analytical methods to identify insights and patterns that can guide business strategies and decision-making processes. To present their findings in a clear and actionable manner, data analysts often rely on statistical software, programming languages, and data visualisation techniques.
What jobs can I do after completing the programme?
These are some of the jobs you can aim for once you graduate from the programme:
- Data Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst
- Marketing Analyst
- Financial Analyst
- Freelance Data Consultant
Who is this programme for?
This programme is aimed for those:
- seeking practical digital skills to enter the global workforce, particularly in data analytics and data science.
- with a passion for technology, problem-solving, and a desire to learn data analytics skills, even if they have no prior experience in the field.
What industry skills will you learn?
Technical skills
We’ll help you learn the technical skills with lots of hands-on, interactive sessions. By the end, you will go through:
- Statistical Analysis
- Data Manipulation
- Programming Languages
- Data Visualisation
- Machine Learning
- Database Management
- Data Mining
- Data Governance and Ethics
Behaviour & mindset skills
In every job, there are professional skills that will ensure your success. These are the ones you will work on in this programme:
- Growth mindset
- Future orientation
- Persistence
- Personal responsibility
- Communication
- Time management
- Proactiveness
- Creativity
Benefits of Generation Ghana-Mastercard Foundation Data Analyst Program
- It’s free-of-charge! Gain all the skills you need to kickstart a career in data analysis, at no cost.
- We will provide you with access to secure an in-office job or support you with freelance remote work opportunities.
- Grow in confidence and resilience, while building your first professional network in the classroom.
What they offer
- Coaching. The instructors and mentors at Generation aren’t just teachers, they’re coaches who stand by their students through successes and challenges.
- Resume Building. The right resume can open the door to new career opportunities. Generation students learn how to create a resume that showcases their skills and experiences.
- Interview rehearsal. By conducting mock interviews, then providing real-time feedback and coaching, the Generation team ensures that all graduates feel confident and prepared to interview.
- Ongoing support. After graduation, mentors and instructors continue to check in with alums, providing support with the job search and advice for continued success.
Generation Ghana-Mastercard Foundation Data Analyst Program Requirements
- Be 18-35 years old
- Living in the Greater Accra area
- A degree from a university, college, vocational institutes or technical training including certifications from Cisco (Cisco Certification, Cisco Networking Academy Badge or Course Certificate of Completion)
- Available for at least 8 hours a day for online learning and in-person sessions
Application Date and Process
Program Dates
- Jan 20 – Apr 18 Greater Accra (Online)12 or 13 weeks Apply Now
- Jan 27 – Apr 18 Greater Accra (Hybrid)12 or 13 weeks Apply Now
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