Google vs IBM Data Analytics Certificates | Which is Better?
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- Google vs IBM Data Analyst Certification - Which should you take?
Today we do a quick comparison of these 2 popular certifications on Coursera and then I'll give my recommendation on which one I think you should take.
Certification Links
Google: coursera.pxf.io/5bBd62
IBM: coursera.pxf.io/AoYOdR
CZcams Videos
Google Data Analyst Video: • Google Data Analytics ...
IBM Data Analyst Video: • IBM Data Analyst Profe...
Supplementary Python Course Recommendations
On Udemy: bit.ly/3qsuU4A
On Coursera: coursera.pxf.io/BXY3Wy
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IBM Data Analysis Specialization - coursera.pxf.io/AoYOdR
Tableau Data Visualization - coursera.pxf.io/MXYqaN
Udemy Courses:
Python for Data Analysis and Visualization- bit.ly/3hhX4LX
Statistics for Data Science - bit.ly/37jqDbq
SQL for Data Analysts (SSMS) - bit.ly/3fkqEij
Tableau A-Z - bit.ly/385lYvN
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0:00 Introduction
0:46 IBM Certification Overview
1:21 Google Certification Overview
1:59 Differences
3:09 SALLY
4:14 My Recommendation
5:27 Really Good Advice
5:35 Thanks For Watching!
All opinions or statements in this video are my own and do not reflect the opinion of the company I work for or have ever worked for
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"Sally knows me better than my wife knows me " . Playing with fire there Alex =))
I never said I was a smart man
I know a great divorce lawyer...
Only a man in a very secure relationship can say such a thing.
@@AlexTheAnalyst xD xD xD
Lol. Just read this right before he said it🤣
Alright, Alex. You have to tell us how you have time for your full-time job, making videos, having a family of four, AND spending 10-20 hours a week to take these certifications. Maybe you should do a video on your time management skills. 😁
Haha I actually did make a video on that, but only released it for my Patreon supporters :) Maybe one day I'll make one for everyone else - I do agree - sometimes I don't know how I do it myself. I stay busy lol
Honestly😂😂😂😂
Yes I agree!! Time Management skills!
@@AlexTheAnalyst Have you looked at the new CompTIA Data+ Certification yet? I think that would make for a good video to add to the course comparison.
make use of any free time, sell your family and have them on board. Depending on your situation, go to bed a little later, or get up a little earlier. For some people its massive investment of time over a short period. For others its short chunks over a longer period.
Heck yeah, I really agree with your recommendation in pairing the Google Cert with some other Python cert. It seems a lot of people are upset with Google over their choice for language, but I like to look on the bright side and think this will help you appreciate Python more :P Great content as always Alex!
Thanks man! Loved your video on this topic as well :) Maybe Google just wants all the R users for themselves so they'll hire everyone who finishes this certification?? I was/still am upset, but I'm willing to overlook this misstep because of all the other benefits.
@@AlexTheAnalyst Awe thanks! Your videos on the in-depth analysis of both the certificates were definetly inspiration for my video so thank you!
Yeah I am just so confused on why Google chose R as well! Like you, I've been seeing a lot of complaints from people on the R choice. Maybe if we sollicit enough complaints google will concede and swith/offer python. haha!
Alex The Analyst 😊
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I'm actually doing the Google UX design certification and as a teacher myself, the way Google teaches is super effective. The humans help and the variety of activities keeps you focused. My eyes don't glaze over.
When you look at the side by side comparison lining up the tech stack against each other, BigQuery vs DB2, Tableau vs COGNOS the Google Cert has better real world application. Outside of the R vs Python argument there's a stronger knowledge base in the Google Cert overall. Plus let's be honest, what you're really paying for is the post certification support. Resume prep, interview practice, help with portfolio work, this is the bread and butter. With the IBM cert, you complete it and that's it.
I’m literally working at a retail store for 8 years now .. trying to figure out what to do with my life. I’ve came across your videos. Think I might try and see if data analyst for me. Doesn’t hurt to try. 🤞
U should know Mathematics too for applying it to Practical stuff Mostly & also Should have good Analytical and Reasoning after Maths .
I realize it's a cliche, but you might also consider learning to code. I recommend Python, which is a good skill to have on its own but would also complement Data Analytics/Data Science if you go that route. There are many extremely cheap courses online. Some are even free. Important thing is to stop languishing in a vocation that no longer suits you, particularly one like in-person retail, which has a very uncertain future.. As you age, time speeds up. Don't waste it.
Take it. I took the IBM data analytics course and had a job as a BI analyst(Not junior BI analyst) after 3 months.
@@noel.mfongeh Did you take any other courses or certification?
@@vivekt.2038 do you know where I can apply those skills to figure out if it’s meant for me? I suck at maths but I’m willing to work hard
This was so informative that I don't have words, cool stuff mate, keep them coming!
Thank you Alex , i discovered you from LinkedIn now am hooked to your channel as someone trying to switch to Data analyst am learning alot
Absolutely agreed with you, Sally talked and taught SQL with great passion. I learned a lot from her. She also shares tips when she got the first job in this area.
Could you please share a link to Sally's videos? thanks!
@@duongvietrans5221 it's in the program, you gotta enroll to see Sally. She's one of the instructors
@@duongvietrans5221 she taught course 4 from Google certificate. I got a crush on her, she Is amazing!
Thank you so much for these videos!!! I was interested in SQL so I started following CZcams classes and tutorials. Luckily someone recommended checking out the goggle analytics course so I'm here for all information my noggin can gather.
I really like the Google Certificate. It's a good mix of videos, readings, quizzes, and hands-on activities that really prep you for an entry-level position.
I agree! It's definitely beginner friendly, but I'm even enjoying it and learning some things!
@@AlexTheAnalyst Have they completely released it? I am on the Tableau section right now...
Hello Omer, please do google provide the means to download all the tools you need after registration? Or you need to have the apps installed before you register?
@@ivyluv06 all the stuff in the program is using cloud platform
I am on the last course of the Google Career Certificate. Did you find a job with it? Thanks for your time.
I’m in the second Google course right now. I was already enrolled in an Excel certificate, so when that’s done I plan on taking a Python course.
Thanks Alex ! I was too confused as to which one to take , after seeing this video , I have all my doubts cleared.
I'm working through the Google course right now, about halfway through Class 3, and I'm also enjoying the more personal presentation style. It makes things feel more approachable. Really looking forward to getting to the SQL course now!
How did it go, did you get a job?
please do google provide the means to download all the tools you need after registration? Or you need to have the apps installed before you register?
Thanks for the video! Going to start my Google cert this week! Data Analysis has always been my passion.
Very cool! Good luck!
So super helpful. As someone whose an all in beginner. The person talking to me thing is huge! Thank you. I do hear you that I'll still have to learn Python anyway
Hi Alex, Thanks for this video! I was doing the Google Python cert, but I will also add this cert as well. Cheers
honestly a very short and informative video. Great!
Proper comparison and as always loved the usage of words
Thanks for the review Alex, helps a lot!
About the differences in the content and skills you learn in both, you point out the R vs Python which is huge and important to be aware. Do you have anyother comment on content/skills differences? I am thinking more on software tools. One that I just noticed checking their syllabus is the absence of Tableau in the IBM certification, at least I don't see it in the courses decription. You have taken the IBM so please let me know if I am rigth about it. I feel that Tableau is very popular and versatile so I would consider this a significant negative point (... what do you think?)
Have you seen any other difference in content in the sense of tools, software you learn?
I apprecite you opinion Alex, thanks!
I was leaning towards the google cert and then I watched your video and it made me EXCITED for the google cert. Off I go to sign up!
Sally was absolutely great. That was easily one of my favorite sections in the course, and she was easily one of the best instructors on it.
Please can you tell me the name of the course. I wanna take her too. I see some many data analysis course and idk which one.
I can't find her
@@nemuelpaiva3738 Ayo you wanna take her? 😳
Thanks! Been thinking about this for weeks.
Good info. I just started course 3 in the Google data analytics. I subbed.
Thanks a lot for this video. I was just looking over both courses going "gee, which one to choose..or start with.." I'm going to watch the full review videos you did as well. Thanks for help making this clear, I find Coursera can sometimes be a bit overwhelming in their course description. The use of buzzwords, the "everyone can do it" attitude makes it seem like they want to lure your through a closed door. It would help if there were a few videos in every course that are free to watch, just to get a sense of what it has to offer. But none of that can be helped by you, so thanks a again for the comparison!!
Smiled when i saw Tony in your video.... Doing the Google Data Analytics Certification. Waiting on coursera to approve my financial aid for second module. Nice course wrt to the first module
Just started the Google certification course! Enjoying it so far
You are right Mr. Alex , big Hello from Egypt , Best Regards.
I am just about finishing my data bootcamp by Trilogy Ed and we learnt python heavily through the bootcamp. Thinking of doing the google analytics certificate as well.
Currently taking the Google analytics course and stumbling onto this video, I feel more determined to finish my course.thanks alex
I am on Sally's course now and I love her very much!!!
Well you know me, and you know I will side with The Google Data Analytics course.
It's just a masterpiece in all rights, personal stories, real-life experiences and amazingly curated resources.
And I'm so glad you brought up Sally, her course was so amazing! And her resume building videos, just marvelous.
Another mention would be Kevin Hartman who teaches the 6th course. Ohh what a brilliant man! He made me fall in love with Data Analytics and Data Vusuali even more!
Now I'm still awaiting on course 7 and 8, but I'm learning R from DataCamp in the time being.
Another great video from you no doubt 💯
Wipro guy?
@@dataquestenthusiast9371 I am not sure what you are referring to. But no I don't work at Wipro.
@@anantsinha3067 That’s what I as asking.
@@dataquestenthusiast9371 In time yes. It has only been 3 months since the course went live. In the USA it's a well recognised Certification, it will soon be the same in India. It is Google afterall.
@@anantsinha3067 update on the course? Did you finish it?
Finally .. after long time .. thank you bro
Thanks for the comparison!
thanks for the video, I want to go into investment banking, but I always like to know relevant topics/skills so if I'm pitching something to a team, in this case, a coding team/ or working with a coding/tech client I understand the product, I would imagine that python is more commonly used so will go with the IBM one :)
I would say do both :) I learned R and Python in college and they both good usage to it. Man, once i am done with python, i wanna try Google Analytics. Thanks for the recommendation 🎉
Great Insights Alex, I agree with you as I am doing both so can understand the comparison u made. And seriously the professor in Course 4 of Google - Sally.....she's really great, her teaching style and spirit is just awesome!!!!!!!!!!
Helle Harsh. Please can you tell me which one is better ? No considering the teaching style, when you focus more on the content, which one seems complete to you?
@@efouaboeessiomley8968 Hello
Considering the fact that both Google and IBM uses their own technologies for various things like IBM uses Cognos for Visualization and in similar way google uses their own BIGQUERY for SQL ...so both are bit centered towards using their particular technologies. No doubt Google has made a good course will all round development as Data Analyst and good case studies...still I feel the Hands-onn practice of IBM course was more better than the Google ones....I IBM u cannot suprass Practice session without actually doing it and they also have assesment included in every course which is fun to solve.....so I'll suggest to do both of the courses if time permits...hope this helps! :)
I signed up for the google cert because of your videos. I really am enjoying it so far, and learning allot. Cant wait to get to the programming with R, table, and sql sections.
Hie did you finish the Google certification?
@@chikomborerod512 No I did the first 3.5 modules but didnt end up completing. I would say the content is very good, its just a very long and thorough program, which is a good thing! I didnt have the time to do while taking classes at the same time. I probably will come back and complete the rest of it eventually though!
Today I started watching your video, because I want to become a Data Analyst, now I'm finishing the profesional course at IBM ( I liked it too much, it's being great) after this one, I'll take the Google course. Both can be very helpful to me as I'm novice at this.
Thank you so much bro!
Sally has been my best tutor thus far in the Google certification as well. She's truly very passionate about SQL
Graduating with my degree in Information Systems this May. Found my passion creating databases and developing query's using SQL and creating visual dashboards using Tableau. Recently began searching for entry-level Data Analyst positions and the competition seems fierce. Although I have several years of professional sales experience, most recently selling office technology and software. My resume is lacking the skills recruiters for D.A. are looking for. Therefore, I just enrolled in the Google Certificate course, I'll try and keep y'all updated on my journey.
so how did it go
what's up
Awesome. You make things really easy for beginners. I really appreciate it.
Been waiting for your ideas on this matter! Could you also compare this Professional Certificate of Google with the one for Data Analyst provided by IBM, and perhaps your recommendations also?
One more suggestion is that could you make another video for which Python course you think is best pairing up with this Google certificate, if one aims to take one?
Thank you so much for the informative videos as always, Alex!
I think he dropped a list of recommended courses in the video's description.
I'm a mathematics major, and the R part in the program will help with my college classes as well. R is used in many of the advanced statistics classes I'll be taking, and having an intro to it here first hand makes me real happy 😂
Thanks a lot for the video Alex :)
Thank you for this video. I would appreciate comparison between Google and Microsoft Data Analytics Certificate, especially for one considering to major as a Financial Analyst. You may share the link with me earlier created.
Thank you so much for this Alex!!!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks Alex For your valuable recommendation.
Hi Alex, thanks so much for introducing the Google Data Analytics Certificate program to us. I completed all 7 courses plus the capstone project to obtain the certification. I started around March 18th so it feels good to successfully finish it. I spent many hours the last 6-7 weeks going through the courses so it does involve a certain amount of commitment but it is worth it since I learned quite a bit about best practices in data analysis. I was a bit skeptical about R since I have been using Python but now I have a very basic understanding of R as well. R wasn't too hard to pick up since it also uses packages and data frames similar to Python. There are some differences in syntax as to be expected. Thanks again for bringing the program to my attention.
In how much duration did you finish the course?
@@mahmoudmuhiz1073 I did it in 7 weeks but it took quite a bit of effort to finish so early.
@@shivasuresh5957 did it get you job bro?
Did you get a job?
@@Logangil515 The good old follow up question to a good review that nobody ever answers lol
Great guidance, helped me to take decision. Thanks a million.
Really helpful video. Thank you!
Hi! thanks so much for this video - its def among the clearest and fairest comparisons that I've seen. I have a quick question: im an undergrad studying compsci + econ (bc data science is only an engineering major at my college, and im not considering transferring into school of engineering). so im taking a data sci online class to synthesize these subjects together and potentially prepare for a grad program in data science (or data science internships during undergrad years). do you think google would give an advantage in terms of these - especially the undergrad internships? thank you!! :)
Useful comparison. Thanks
Started the google certification course... It feels better when someone speaks to you and the way the course is looks great.
That's great! And agreed
I’m on the 5th module of Google’s, and it’s great.
Hi Jonathan, it's a great update. All the best for the remaining courses.
I have few questions. What' your speed and any TAT to complete the entire course?
Do we get certificate for every module completion or entire course?
@@aarushisisodia after you complete the entire course
@@aarushisisodia yes
@@aarushisisodia I am also on Course 5 and yes, you get a certificate after completing each course.
Enrolled last week for Google certifications and I am right now in Week 4 of course 1.
Wish me luck Alex and thank you for providing insights. ❤️
That’s great! Good luck! 😁
Hey Alex, just wanted to say thank you for all your videos. You have been the kick under my a** that I needed to get started with becoming a Data Analyst. I am on week 3 of the Google Data Analyst course and loving it. Just have one quick question around collecting data, when it comes to things like surveys and focus groups or anything along those lines, do data analysts organize and run them as part of their job or is typically handled by the Marketing team and then the raw data results are handed over the analyst for analysis?
This video helps me a lot! I'm just in that situation, meaning wich data analyst program should I take and I think that after this video I definitely will go for the Google data analyst program. Thanks for made life easier 😎
Btw! I also prefer someone explaining yourself over a ppt slide or whatever that was!
Best!!
Hi Alex, Please suggest what to do after these courses ? I am not starting my career , but wanted to switch to Data Analysis role. In order to start I opted this course but would want to know the path further to make sure that I could justify my experience to the employer.
Thanks in advance :)
Hey alex...👋 Great insights..
alright you've sold me. I'm gonna do both
got it! thank you.
Hey Alex, amazing video! after taking the google course, which python course would you recommend for a beginner?
You are doing a exceptional job.... You actually shorten the time, energy, and money investments that a prospective data analyst has to make in order to get a break in this growing field..... THANK YOU SO MUCH ALEX for sharing these details.
I actually started the course. I’m excited and impressed by it. I’m in course 2 week 2! Ready to be a data analyst!
how was bro?
@@UnrealK9999 very much worth it. It helped for me to dive in even further and actually be able to start and finish projects to present to potential employers.
Thanks for sharing buddy ...
actually am taking both of them at the same time, not an easy option but so beneficial.
good luck everyone, on the great path of becoming a Data Analyst.
peace.
As an absolute beginner, I was thinking about doing the IBM then the Google
@@ChattanoogaWillie i won't recommend that if you're not familiar with data and repositories, but it really worth a try, in the other hand if you star with google i bet you ll find it easy. And please don't hesitate to ask if you stuck....
Good luck and keep it up until the end. Peace
I have enrolled in IBM one before the Google course was released. I'm now in the 4th part course called Python for Data Science, AI and Development. I have to say the exercises are much far away from what they taught me with examples. There is such a very big gap I have to say and all I can do is to take lessons from Datacamp in order to understand deeply those exercises of IBM. Frankly speaking, I do think they need to restructure the lesson as it's quite hard to catch up the idea of exercise without any glues @@
Feeling a little bit regret now... if only Google course is released earlier :(
Thank You for the info
you perfectly described why coursera has a problem...its like the course and the work are alien to one another...might be the only reason the google certs have value...at least they teach what they say.
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Hello Alex and thank you so much for this video. Super informative and has definitely helped me decide on which of the courses to take. From the resources you provided, which of the courses on Python would you recommend? Udemy or Coursera?
Great review vid! Just finished the first Google Analyst Certification course and now on to the second.
I have to agree with your review of the Google content. I prefer in-depth case studies from humans over simplistic power point presentations. Google goes above and beyond drilling home core concepts.
what is the second data analyst course name ?
please do google provide the means to download all the tools you need after registration? Or you need to have the apps installed before you register?
Loving the content Alex. Is the Google cert of any use to people outside of the US trying to find jobs? Or are companies in the US open to International applicants upon completion of this certificate?
Definitely going to resume my studies with Google, this is always motivating
You're right about everything - and especially about Sally! 🖤
Hello Alex, thanks for the review. I am based in the U.K. and planning to take the course this week. Just one question would you know/recommend if this certificate would benefit people in the U.K.?
Thank you so much Alex
Alex,
Thanks for this video.
I am in the predicament where I want to learn Python and tend toward the GA course. Having said this, can you recommend and in-depth Python course that will highlight the use of Python in Data Analytics? I mostly find them for Data Science, which isn't REALLY where I want to go.
Thanks :)
Sally is really great in that Google module.
Just started the Google Analytics course last week.
Helpful. Thank you!
Great video! At the moment I’m a Finance & Control student. I notice that the future (junior) controller must also understand data and data visualisations. During my studies I am already basically working on this (Data / Power Bi / Tableau). Do you think this course could be a good addition to my CV?
Definitely, it's a career path you can develop.
I love your channel, thank you alex 👍
Absolutely! Thanks for watching!
Totally agree with you on the Google style vs IBM.
Estoy cursando el de google gran video gracias!
I'm on the 4th course I hope to finish before September. I gotta practice Python and SQL
Thanks for the advice
Thanks for the video
Google actually offers a separate Python course you can take after the DA course, so theres always that option.
Thanks for the info
Hi Alex! Awesome video as always. I'm a Dutch man looking to get into data analytics. I'm interested in the Google data analytics certificate, do you think it's a good idea for me to get it, even though I'm not American and the help they provide with getting a job doesn't really apply for me?
Which ever certification can help someone improve their probability the most of finding an awesome job!
hey Alex, that was a great video. i really enjoy watching your channel. i have a question and i hope u are able to guide me, i have almost 7 year experience working in a position which data analytics is a part of. can u recommend data analytics certification for someone like me ?
Wow, awesome video!
Thank you. This really helps.
Hi Alex, I'm currently watching all your videos because I want to change my career and interested in being a Data Analyst. I'm just wondering about the courses you've listed in your "Best Online Courses for Data Analysts" video, do you think it would better to take those courses and also take the Google certificate? Or just the Google certificate course with an additional Phyton course would be enough to start? I'm sorry if the question is stupid. My background is in Musicology so I'm super alien to this field. Thank you.
hello, responding to your answer, the Google certificate AND some knowledge on Google sheets or Excel its enough to start.
Hi, alex! very good video as always, thank you..
I have question, do you know if the tableu course requires that i have tableu software installed in my pc? I have made a little research and it seems basic prices for that software are 70 USD per month.
Thanks ins advance for your time, keep up the amazing channel
no, you can use the tbwoser-based tableau public
Wow thank you for this I am a fresh graduate as an IT student and planning to apply as Data Quality Analyst here in Shopee Philippines. This would really help 😍 thank you so much. Your channel is very informative...
So glad to hear that! Thanks for watching! :D
I am really curious what your thoughts are on the Google Certificate a year later now that the whole program is out
Hey Alex. Big fan. Awesome video. How does the Google data analytics certification compare with the data analytics or data science track on datacamp? Thanks
Thanks for this review Alex! Question for everyone taking the google cert currently:
Do the classes pick up as you get further into the certification? It seems a bit slow at the moment (even with videos at 2x speed) . A big upside of this course is that is has all the necessary skills aggregated in one place. I think I just learn better from reading documents with exercises (instead of videos). Does anyone have a suggestion a compiled list of quality readings/exercises for data analytics skills?
Good luck to everyone in their journey!! :)
Beginning is very slow and entry level - it definitely gets more involved thank goodness.
@@AlexTheAnalyst Thanks so much! I'll stick it out and harvest all those juicy morsels of data analysis goodness. Thanks for the energy and knowledge you bring to this space!
Thank you! I’m on week 5 of the google cert.
Is 2 months sufficient to complete it?
I already know excel and mathematics.
@@ritz9243 Yes, If you dedicate 3 hrs/day to it.
Hi, when you get to the tableu course, do you need to get the software by yourself o does google gives you something you can use?
I'm currently doing the Google Data Analytics and kicking butt like crazy. Maybe it's because I'm at home at all and have plenty of time on my hands I guess. Started last November when they had the 1 month trail at $1.00 and I SNATCHED it up with NO hesitation! It was a steal and I'm glad I took it! Now I'm on course 3, but will give my sell time to absorb what I'm learning now.
That's whats up!! :D