Data analysis skills are one of the hottest skills that have been in high demand on the job market for the past few years. A "data analyst" job title is not new to the market, however, due to the growth of data generation and the facilitation of data storage provided by cloud computing, many companies have now the capabilities to store their big data and to derive insights and value from it. Data analysis has been and will stay a fundamental skill to have for most jobs. In the following, I will discuss how to start a career as a data analyst and how I was able to secure a job as a data analyst at a reputable company. Disclaimer Prepare yourself for the worse; learn more about that here . You should read it if You are looking for an internship or a junior opportunity as a Data Analyst. Data Analyst Trends A simple search of the term " Data Analyst " on google trends can show us a graph with a positive trend of the frequency of searches. We can observe that from 2...
Many fresh graduates dream of starting their careers at a Big 4. Their main reasons to join such companies are the title, the money, and the gained experience from working with executives. In addition, the Big 4 companies provide exposure to diverse fields and sectors. Therefore, the work is highly dynamic and less repetitive when compared to the average company. In the following, I share my personal experience at a Big 4 and what to expect in general when working there. You should read if You are applying or looking to apply for a job at a big 4. Especially if the position is related to data analytics . Who are the Big 4? The Big four refers to the biggest four accounting firms and they are PwC (PricewaterhouseCoopers), KPMG ( Klynveld Peat Marwick Goerdeler ), and EY (Ernest & Young). They are also famous for their consulting departments which are the dream job for many fresh graduates from diverse fields (Business/Econ, STEM, Law...)...