Data Analytics
Rapid technological change means data analytics skills are no longer optional—they’re essential. Finance teams increasingly rely on data to test hypotheses, identify anomalies, make predictions, and improve efficiency and performance across the organisation. As a result, finance professionals with robust analytical capabilities are in high demand.
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Finance professionals now have the opportunity to play a crucial role in interpreting and communicating data, providing evidence-based insights and assurance that support confident, forward-looking decision-making.
We have collaborated with ICAEW to develop three highly practical online courses, each tailored to the needs of finance professionals at different stages of their analytics journey.
All courses are delivered fully online, allowing you to study at your own pace. Learning resources include instructional videos, use cases, practical exercises, and assessments. On successful completion, you’ll receive an ICAEW Certificate to validate your skills.
Analytics in Power BI: ICAEW Certificate
Analytics in Power BI is your ideal starting point. Designed for those comfortable with Excel but new to business intelligence tools, it helps you analyse trends, model data, and build clear, interactive dashboards—without writing code. You’ll learn to get the best out of Power BI and apply it directly to real-world financial scenarios. This is the perfect option if you want to transform complex financial data into meaningful, insight-driven decisions.
ICAEW Data Analytics Certificate - Analyst Pathway
The Analyst Pathway is designed for finance professionals who want to develop hands-on coding skills. You’ll learn to use Python to carry out advanced analytical techniques such as predictive forecasting, anomaly detection, and data automation. The course is highly applied and includes a case study where you step into the role of Finance Analyst to support an investment decision.
ICAEW Data Analytics Certificate - Management Pathway
The Management Pathway is designed for those who need to lead, oversee, and make strategic decisions based on data analytics. Through a practical case study, you’ll take on the role of a manager in a private equity firm — interpreting the analytics completed by your team and integrating this with financial appraisal to reach a well-informed investment decision.
“It's fantastic to be able to partner with Kaplan to develop this Data Analytics Programme…specifically tailored to the finance profession. Our research has shown there is a clear need for a programme that is not only tailored to the changing needs and skill set of the accountant, but importantly combines the learning with the assessment.”
Jonathan Levy
ICAEW Director of Product Development
