Revolutionize your business analysis capabilities by combining traditional Excel expertise with cutting-edge Generative AI tools. This comprehensive program teaches you to leverage ChatGPT, AI-powered data visualization, and advanced Excel techniques to deliver faster, more accurate business insights. You'll learn to create impactful KPIs, automate repetitive analysis tasks, and generate compelling data stories that drive strategic decision-making. Perfect for business analysts, managers, and data professionals looking to enhance productivity and stay competitive in an AI-driven workplace. The program progresses from AI fundamentals across healthcare, finance, and manufacturing to advanced applications in business analysis, statistical modeling, and automated reporting. Upon completion, you'll have a portfolio of AI-enhanced analysis projects and the skills to implement these tools immediately in your work environment.
AI-Powered Business Analysis: Excel, KPIs & GenAI Specialization
Transform business analysis with AI and Excel. Master GenAI tools for faster insights, better KPIs, and data-driven decisions.
Instructors: Kelley O'Connell
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What you'll learn
Apply GenAI tools like ChatGPT to automate business analysis tasks and generate faster insights across multiple industries.
Build advanced Excel solutions using VBA macros, statistical analysis, and KPI frameworks for data-driven decision making.
Create impactful data visualizations and reports using AI-powered tools while maintaining ethical AI practices.
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Skills you'll gain
- Regression Analysis
- Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Business Metrics
- Data Storytelling
- Statistical Analysis
- Business Analysis
- Excel Macros
- Performance Improvement
- Performance Measurement
- Data Visualization
- Continuous Improvement Process
- Statistical Hypothesis Testing
- Performance Analysis
- Responsible AI
- Business Intelligence
- Business Process Improvement
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Specialization - 7 course series
What you'll learn
Identify the key concepts and benefits of using AI in the Healthcare Industry.
Illustrate and explain the use of AI in the Finance Industry.
Examine and evaluate the use of AI in the Manufacturing Industry.
Skills you'll gain
What you'll learn
Identify specific methods and techniques for leveraging GenAI to enhance business process modeling, requirements gathering & stakeholder management.
Examine real-world applications of GenAI in business analysis to streamline work and foster innovation.
Develop strategies for responsible GenAI integration while maintaining human oversight and accountability.
Skills you'll gain
What you'll learn
Explain the importance of KPIs in achieving organizational goals.
Identify the right KPIs for different business units and objectives.
Implement KPIs within your business framework, employing best practices for data collection and analysis to drive improvement.
Assess the impact of KPI-driven strategies on business performance, using data to iterate and enhance business processes.
Skills you'll gain
What you'll learn
Analyze the basics of Excel VBA and Macros to understand their functions and applications.
Design macros using the Excel and VBA editor to automate routine tasks.
Implement macros to automate repetitive tasks, enhancing productivity.
Evaluate and debug VBA code to ensure efficient data manipulation and analysis.
Skills you'll gain
What you'll learn
Practice with Excel's Analysis ToolPak to perform advanced statistical analysis.
Evaluate various hypothesis tests within Excel, including t-tests and ANOVA.
Analyze business problems with the use of Excel to conduct simple and multiple regression analyses
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What you'll learn
Skills you'll gain
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Frequently asked questions
Yes, the program starts with AI fundamentals and progresses systematically. While some Excel knowledge is helpful, the courses are designed to build your AI and analysis skills from the ground up.
You'll gain proficiency in ChatGPT for data analysis, Microsoft Excel with VBA macros, various AI-powered data visualization tools, and KPI development frameworks across different business contexts.
This specialization addresses the growing demand for analysts who can combine traditional Excel skills with AI tools, making you competitive for roles requiring faster insights, automated reporting, and AI-enhanced decision support.
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