Both teach data skills but take different approaches. Compare them for Australian job outcomes.
| Feature | IBM Data Science Professional Certificate | Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Coursera | Coursera |
| Category | Data & Analytics | Data & Analytics |
| Level | Beginner | Beginner |
| Duration | 10 months | 6 months |
| Price |
$59.00 AUD $399.00
|
$59.00 AUD $399.00
|
| Rating |
★★★★★
4.6
62,000 reviews |
★★★★★
4.8
98,000 reviews |
| Skills Gained | Python SQL Pandas NumPy Scikit-Learn | SQL Tableau R Programming Spreadsheets Data Cleaning |
| Description | Go from zero to job-ready data scientist in 10 courses. Python, SQL, machine learning and real projects — taught by IBM with a credential Australian enterprise employers recognise. | Master the data analyst toolkit from scratch: SQL, Tableau and R. Built by Google with a real-world capstone project and a direct pathway to data analyst roles across Australia. |
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Best for complete beginners with no prior experience, and those happy to invest in a premium credential.
Best for complete beginners with no prior experience, and those happy to invest in a premium credential.
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