Why Junior Data Analysts Should Prioritise Self-Improvement

Categories: Computing, Postgraduate

05/01/2021

Why Junior Data Analysts Should Prioritise Self-Improvement

Are you a junior data analyst starting out in your career or a computing graduate with a special interest in Big Data? The MSc Data Analytics and Technologies course at the University of Bolton in Greater Manchester could be for you. Aimed at graduates with a relevant degree or those with five years’ suitable work experience, this master’s programme will help you take your career to the next level. Not only will we give you advanced technical training, but we’ll support your self-improvement journey by developing your soft skills.

Here are just some of the reasons why soft skill development and self-improvement are vital to your career success.

Data analysts are needed everywhere

Data is at the heart of every business or organisation, and graduate data analysts are required in every sector. As a junior data analyst, you may have to work with people from all walks of life, across a range of industries, so having diverse skills and knowledge is a must. Not only will potential employers look for technical excellence, but they’ll be looking for other transferrable skills that will benefit the business.

Soft skills improve your performance

Self-improvement is all about honing your full range of skills, including your soft skills. These include communication, teamwork, people skills and leadership skills. By working on the full spectrum of your skillset, you’ll be able to enhance your performance at work and reach for those all-important job promotion opportunities.

 

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