Applied Analytics

Explore a career in the field of practical data and leadership in applied analytics.

Why companies should be sustainable and how IT can help

A movement to go green is gaining traction, and business and IT leaders need to make sure they don’t miss out.

Companies must care about environmental sustainability for a host of reasons — consumer demand, legislative and investor pressure, talent …

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The top ESG jobs in banking and finance, and what they entail

With as many as 450 financial institutions, banks, insurers and asset managers committing to invest $130 trillion of private money to help the world become a net-zero carbon emitter by 2050, ESG opportunities in the financial services sector will abound …

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Success Stories of the Week: Yantuo Zhang

The Career Design Lab is thrilled to celebrate the successes of all of our Columbia University School of Professional Studies students and alumni.
This week we highlight a student from the Applied Analytics program. Congratulations Yantuo Zhang!


Congratulations to Applied …

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HR Professionals Discuss 14 Ways To Defeat The Imposter Syndrome

In the business world, leaders are often anxious about their ability to make the best decisions and good impressions, as well as gain credibility among their colleagues and consumers in the public eye. One of the best methods for overcoming …

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Mindset Matters: A Tactical Approach To Employment Of Persons With Disabilities

As October ends, another National Disability Employment Awareness Month is relegated to the annals of history. While this not only serves as a marker for companies to tout what they’ve done around the areas of disability and employment, it should …

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Featured Classes

SQL Essential Training

Knowing how to code and manage relational databases and database-driven applications is a valuable skill for any career in tech. …

Master SQL for Data Science

SQL database skills are consistently among the most sought after in the world of data science. Master the skills needed…

Python for Beginners

Python—the popular and highly readable object-oriented language—is both powerful and relatively easy to learn. Whether you’re new to programming or…

Master Python for Data Science

Quickly learn the general programming principles and methods for Python, and then begin applying that knowledge to using Python in…

Consulting Foundations

In this LinkedIn Learning class, you will learn the critically important components of consulting—including marketing, selling, contracting, managing engagements, and…

Become a Data Visualization Specialist: Concepts

Taught by Doug Rose
Data visualization is ultimately the make-or-break moment for any data science operation or business analytics project. Develop a solid foundation…

Data Science Foundations: Fundamentals

Taught by Barton Poulson
Instructor Barton Poulson defines the relationships to other data-saturated fields such as machine learning and artificial intelligence. He reviews the…

Real Estate Analytics

In the world of real estate, one of the best ways to set yourself apart from the crowd is by…

Become a Financial Analyst

This course helps you to evaluate current and historical economic and business data to identify trends that influence business decisions.…

Excel for Corporate Finance Professionals

Discover how to use Microsoft Excel for the bread-and-butter tasks required by corporate finance and financial planning and analysis (FP&A)…

Build Your Data Analysis Skills

Learn how to think about data, recognizing the questions to ask to get the right data. Identify the tools you…

Become a Data Analyst

Data analysts examine information using data analysis tools and help their teams develop insights and business strategies. You’ll need skills…

Develop Your Data Analysis Skills

Explore the practice of data analysis. Learn about the process of applying statistical and graphical techniques to data in order…

Consulting Professional Weekly Tips

In this LinkedIn Learning class, you will learn topics such as staying connected with clients, setting pricing, blogging to increase your…

Career Planning Resources

Find resources relevant to the community to help you succeed.

Podcast Episode 15: Reinventing Yourself To Evolve

We sat down with Soo-jin Kim, an alum of the Columbia Business School, to discuss how her career has evolved …

Podcast Episode 14: Leading with Empathy

In the conversation with Columbia University alum Hsing-Hsing Li she mentions the importance of empathy in leadership and learning from …

Podcast Episode 13: Embracing The Messiness of Life and Navigating Uncertainty

 

In the thirteenth episode of Rising to the Top: Lessons in Leadership, we welcome Sam Quan Krueger, Head of Digital …
Podcast Episode 12: Learning to Say No at Work

 

In the twelfth episode of Rising to the Top: Lessons in Leadership, we welcome Eric Nehrlich, executive coach at Too …
Podcast Episode 11:  Make Your Own Opportunities

 

In the eleventh episode of Rising to the Top: Lessons in Leadership, we welcome Brandon Mikolaski, the Head of …
Podcast Episode 10:  Follow Your Passion
In the tenth episode of Rising to the Top: Lessons in Leadership, we welcome Sheila Sarem, the founder and CEO …

Industry Guides

Find industry and career development guides from the Vault to inform your career plan.

Career Resources

Podcast Episode 15: Reinventing Yourself To Evolve

We sat down with Soo-jin Kim, an alum of the Columbia Business School, to discuss how her career has evolved …

Podcast Episode 14: Leading with Empathy

In the conversation with Columbia University alum Hsing-Hsing Li she mentions the importance of empathy in leadership and learning from …

Podcast Episode 13: Embracing The Messiness of Life and Navigating Uncertainty

 

In the thirteenth episode of Rising to the Top: Lessons in Leadership, we welcome Sam Quan Krueger, Head of Digital …
Podcast Episode 12: Learning to Say No at Work

 

In the twelfth episode of Rising to the Top: Lessons in Leadership, we welcome Eric Nehrlich, executive coach at Too …
Podcast Episode 11:  Make Your Own Opportunities

 

In the eleventh episode of Rising to the Top: Lessons in Leadership, we welcome Brandon Mikolaski, the Head of …
Podcast Episode 10:  Follow Your Passion
In the tenth episode of Rising to the Top: Lessons in Leadership, we welcome Sheila Sarem, the founder and CEO …

Featured Mentors


Michael Aita

E-Mentor Program Fall 2022
  • Sr Mgr Technical Product Manager Apple
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Bisan Alhmood

Success Stories
  • Boston, MA
  • Data Scientist Fidelity Investments
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Sofia Aljure

Success Stories
  • New York, NY
  • Strategic Operations - New Verticals Intern Uber
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Shivam Sunil Bathija

Success Stories
  • Finance Digital Transformation Analyst Qorvo, Inc
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Elias Chahine

Success Stories
  • NY, New York
  • Data Scientist The Tie
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Aston Yuetian Chen

E-Mentor Program Fall 2022
  • Investment Product Specialist Allspring Global Investment
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Namitha Cherian

Success Stories
  • Data Engineer Intern Northwestern Mutual
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Harsh Dhanuka

E-Mentor Program Fall 2022
  • Business Development Director Shiwdattrai Dindayal JK Paper Ltd
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Elizabeth Elder

E-Mentor Program Fall 2022, e-Mentor Spring 2023
  • Senior Manager, Data & Analytics L'Oreal
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Yifei Fan

Success Stories
  • Business Analyst Authentic Brands Group
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Suzy Gao

  • Data Analyst Okta