Turn raw numbers into the stories behind the business. Master SQL, dashboards, and analyst-grade storytelling in 6 months — guided by working practitioners.
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Follow the same path you’ll use on the job: make sense of messy data, build useful analysis, and explain what the business should do next.
The six-month curriculum moves from data foundations through BI, predictive analysis, and a portfolio of applied projects.
Gain a decisive advantage in business analysis — Meritshot combines hands-on analytics training, industry mentorship, and accelerated placement into top-tier consulting firms and data-driven enterprises.
Learn to leverage ChatGPT, Copilot, and AI-powered analytics tools alongside traditional BA skills. Stay ahead in an AI-augmented workplace.
Our Experience Lab simulates a high-pressure corporate environment. You work as an Associate Consultant on real business problems — not textbook exercises.
Graduate with a boardroom-ready portfolio featuring real case studies, executive dashboards, and data-driven recommendations that prove your worth to recruiters.
Learn from BAs who've driven real transformations at Deloitte, PwC, ICICI, and top product companies — not academics reading slides.
Master data storytelling, stakeholder management, and boardroom presentations. The skills that get you promoted, not just hired.
Learn in cohorts of 25–30 with dedicated mentors who provide personalised feedback, career guidance, and doubt resolution throughout the program.
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Data analysts bridge the gap between data and decisions. Master the tools and frameworks used by teams at Deloitte, Amazon, Google, and leading enterprises.
Data Foundations
Business models, KPIs, value chains, first-principles thinking, DABOK knowledge areas
Excel & BI Analytics
Advanced Excel, Power BI, Tableau, DAX, LOD expressions, executive dashboards
Stats & Predictive Models
Python, Pandas, hypothesis testing, regression, A/B testing, forecasting with Prophet
Industry Use Cases
BFSI, e-commerce, healthcare, SaaS — domain-specific case studies and real datasets
Data Visualization
Data storytelling, Gestalt principles, chart selection, real-time dashboards, presentation skills
Stakeholder Communication
Requirements elicitation, BPMN process mapping, user stories, Agile ceremonies, stakeholder alignment
Explore the case work across four business domains, from logistics and people analytics to marketing and banking.
Supply ChainSynchronize supply with demand by identifying inefficiencies in the movement and storage of goods, mastering inventory optimization math and procurement strategy.
Supply ChainTransition from reactive logistics to proactive freight management by visualizing the entire order lifecycle from source to delivery.
Supply ChainDevelop a global control tower providing a bird's-eye view of the distribution network to preemptively manage shipping disruptions.
Supply ChainOptimize capital allocation by identifying 'dead stock' and improving the predictability of the supply chain through carrier performance auditing.
Supply ChainTransform fragmented vendor data into a centralized procurement hub that prioritizes value over just the lowest price.
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6 Modules. 24 Weeks.
Structured around industry hiring standards — from business foundations all the way to predictive analytics and boardroom-ready presentations.
PDF · Detailed module breakdown
Every successful Data Analyst begins with one critical skill: the ability to understand how a business functions internally and how it reacts to external economic forces. By the end of Month 1, you will move from basic data handling → financial analysis → Python-powered business automation.
Global Logistics & Inventory Optimization
Workforce Productivity & Attrition Analysis
Multi-Channel Campaign Performance Audit
Gut feeling is not a strategy — evidence is. By the end of Month 2, you will move from raw data → statistical validation → interactive executive dashboards built on real SQL databases, giving you the full toolkit of a professional Data Analyst.
Strategic Workforce Planning & Diversity Insights
Digital Marketing Attribution & Spend Optimization
Bank Branch Performance & Loan Portfolio Health
Transforming static data into dynamic intelligence is what separates a junior analyst from a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders. By the end of Month 3, you will move from reading financial statements → building predictive forecasting models → presenting data-driven narratives that influence real business decisions.
Loan Portfolio Risk & Fraud Detection Monitoring
Global Supply Chain Risk & Fulfillment Mapping
Employee Engagement & Retention Deep-Dive
Great analysts do not just report numbers — they understand the mathematical forces that drive consumer behavior and corporate decision-making. By the end of Month 4, you will move from observation → structured problem-solving → applying the core theorems used by consultants and finance professionals worldwide.
Customer Segmentation & Campaign Attribution Analysis
Financial Fraud Detection & Transaction Monitoring
Employee Performance & Compensation Benchmarking
Every business decision carries uncertainty — the analyst's job is to quantify it, model it, and manage it. By the end of Month 5, you will move from identifying risk → simulating outcomes → applying Lean and product frameworks to optimize real business systems under stress.
Credit Risk Assessment & Loan Portfolio Analysis
End-to-End Supply Chain Visibility & Freight Analysis
Global Inventory & Vendor Lead-Time Analysis
This is where everything comes together — technical skill, strategic thinking, and the mathematics of growth. By the end of Month 6, you will move from analyzing individual metrics → modeling full growth systems → synthesizing a multi-dimensional strategy that balances operational efficiency with market expansion.
Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Intelligence System
360-Degree Customer Lifetime Value (CLV) & Churn Prediction
Real-Time Credit Portfolio Health & Stress Testing
From SQL and Power BI to Python, Jira, and AI tools, build confidence with the platforms used throughout modern analytics teams.
Every assignment is tied to a real analyst deliverable — from SQL queries and BI dashboards to forecasting models and strategic presentations.
Business KPI Dashboard: Excel Financial Model
Python EDA: Supply Chain Demand Patterns
SQL Deep-Dive: Customer Segmentation Query
Power BI Executive Dashboard: Sales & Operations
Financial Statement Analysis: Ratio Benchmarking Report
Time Series Forecasting: ARIMA Revenue Prediction
Customer Journey Funnel: Drop-off & Conversion Analysis
Root Cause Analysis: Six Sigma DMAIC Audit
Monte Carlo Risk Simulation: Investment Stress Test
Inventory Optimization: EOQ & Safety Stock Model
AARRR Growth Model: SaaS Cohort & Retention Analysis
Capstone: End-to-End Analytics Portfolio Presentation
Use analytical thinking across product, marketing, operations, business intelligence, and more.
Bridge the gap between business stakeholders and technology teams. Translate complex requirements into actionable solutions and drive data-informed decisions.
Senior BA / Lead BA in 3–4 years
Own product strategy and roadmaps. Use analytics to prioritize features, measure outcomes, and align cross-functional teams around user-centric goals.
Senior PM in 3–5 years
Design and build enterprise dashboards and reporting systems. Transform raw data into visual stories that executives use to make strategic decisions.
BI Lead / Analytics Manager in 3–4 years
Analyse campaign performance, customer journeys, and market trends. Use data to optimize acquisition, retention, and revenue growth strategies.
Growth Lead in 3–4 years
Optimize logistics, inventory, and operational workflows. Use data to reduce costs, forecast demand, and improve supply chain efficiency.
Ops Manager in 3–5 years
Extract insights from complex datasets, build reports and visualizations, and support strategic decisions across finance, marketing, and operations teams.
Senior Insights Analyst / Analytics Lead in 3–4 years
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Aman Khanna
Data Analyst
Data Analyst at EY with 3+ years transforming complex datasets into actionable business insights. Skilled in SQL, Power BI, and Tableau with hands-on experience in financial services analytics.
Arjun Sharma
Senior Data Scientist
Senior Data Scientist at Infosys with 12+ years in machine learning, predictive modeling, and enterprise analytics. Has delivered AI-powered solutions across healthcare, retail, and BFSI domains.
Karan Mehta
Data Analyst
Data Analyst at Deloitte with 3+ years in consulting-grade analytics, data visualization, and stakeholder reporting. Expert in translating business problems into data-driven frameworks.
Kunal Bedi
Investment Banking Analyst
Investment Banking Analyst at Morgan Stanley with 8 years in financial data analysis, modeling, and market research. Brings Wall Street-grade analytical rigor to data analytics education.
Mohit Bansal
Data Analyst
Data Analyst at Wipro with 4 years delivering data solutions for global clients. Proficient in Python, SQL, and Power BI with expertise in automating reporting pipelines and dashboard design.
Shekhar Dubey
Lead Data Scientist
Lead Data Scientist at PwC with 12+ years in advanced analytics, statistical modeling, and AI strategy. Guides organizations through digital transformation using data as their core competitive advantage.
Siddharth Jain
Senior Data Analyst
Senior Data Analyst at KPMG with 12+ years in risk analytics, audit data analysis, and business intelligence. Expert in building scalable analytical frameworks for large enterprises.
Vivek Arora
Data Analytics Lead
Data Analytics Lead at Capgemini with 6+ years managing end-to-end analytics projects. Specializes in cloud data platforms, BI tool implementation, and cross-functional team leadership.
Mahak Dhiman
Data Analyst
Data Analyst with 4+ years of experience in requirement gathering, process analysis, and data-driven insights. Skilled at bridging business and tech teams to create solutions that improve efficiency and user experience.
Jhansi
Senior Data Analyst
With 5+ years of expertise, specialises in requirement gathering, process mapping, and stakeholder management. Has delivered impactful projects across diverse domains ensuring smooth collaboration between business and technical teams.
Vaishali Tomar
Data Analyst
Data Analyst with 4+ years of expertise in analysing processes, gathering requirements, and delivering efficient solutions. Works closely with stakeholders and technical teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
Bharat Reddy
Senior Data Analyst
Senior Data Analyst with 6+ years driving analytics-led transformations in finance and e-commerce. Expert in Power BI, SQL, and Agile frameworks with a track record of delivering high-impact business solutions.
Priyansh Sharma
Data Analyst
Experienced Data Analyst with 5+ years in process analysis, documentation, and stakeholder engagement. Known for problem-solving skills and a user-focused approach to delivering business solutions.
Data analytics is one of the fastest-growing career paths in India — and the demand for skilled analysts far outpaces the supply. Here’s why now is the perfect time to make the move.
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Why Data Analytics, Why Now
India needs 1 million+ data analysts by 2027 — the supply gap is widening as companies go data-first.
Data analysts with BI and Python skills command 40–60% higher salaries than those limited to Excel.
AI is not replacing analysts — it is amplifying demand for professionals who can interpret data and drive decisions.
Don't wait for the gap to close.
Start your data analytics career today with Meritshot's placement-backed program. Join 2,000+ learners already on this path.
Discover how our alumni transformed their careers — from diverse backgrounds into high-impact business analysis roles at leading companies.
Ankit Sharma
Data Analyst · Deloitte
From sales to strategy, Meritshot gave me the tools to move beyond gut-feel decisions. I mastered SQL, Power BI, and case-based problem solving. Mock interviews transformed my confidence. Today at Deloitte, I design data-driven sales strategies.
Previously
Sales Executive
Now at
Deloitte
Data Analyst
Isha Nanda
Data Analyst · Paytm
I moved from HR reports to real analytics with Meritshot. SQL, visualization, and my attrition prediction project gave me the confidence to crack Paytm. Now I work on People Analytics, designing dashboards that inform leadership.
Previously
HR Coordinator
Now at
Paytm
Data Analyst
Manoj Bhatt
Data Analyst · Wipro
From clerical work to decision-making, Meritshot taught me Excel, SQL, and stakeholder skills. Case studies on inventory analysis gave me hands-on confidence. At Wipro, I now build automation tools and drive action with data.
Previously
Admin Executive
Now at
Wipro
Data Analyst
Pooja Rajput
Data Analyst · MakeMyTrip
I switched from support to analytics with zero coding background. Meritshot made SQL, visualization, and problem framing simple. My project on call center complaints helped me land MakeMyTrip. Today, I improve customer journeys with data-backed solutions.
Previously
Customer Support
Now at
MakeMyTrip
Data Analyst
Rajeev Sinha
Data Analyst · ICICI Bank
From accounting to analytics, Meritshot helped me move from passive number-crunching to proactive insights. My loan approval project impressed ICICI and got me hired. Now I work in digital banking analytics, reducing risks and driving adoption.
Previously
Accountant
Now at
ICICI Bank
Data Analyst
Vidhi Kapoor
Data Analyst · Zomato
From writing blog posts to writing SQL queries and user stories. Meritshot's structured curriculum transformed my career completely. At Zomato, I now analyse restaurant partner data and build dashboards for the growth team.
Previously
Content Writer
Now at
Zomato
Data Analyst
Tanmay Raut
Data Analyst · Practo
As a fresh graduate, I had no industry experience. Meritshot's capstone project and mock interviews gave me the portfolio and confidence to land Practo. I now work on healthcare analytics improving patient engagement metrics.
Previously
Fresher
Now at
Practo
Data Analyst
Niharika Sethi
Data Analyst · HCL
From classrooms to boardrooms. My teaching skills translated well into stakeholder communication. Meritshot added the technical depth — SQL, Tableau, Agile — that completed my transition. Now at HCL, I lead requirement workshops for enterprise clients.
Previously
Teacher
Now at
HCL
Data Analyst
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Certificates backed by 24+ real-world projects, executive dashboards, and mentorship from senior data analysts at top companies.
Achievements instantly verifiable and globally accepted by recruiters across business analysis, product, and strategy roles.
World-class companies and fast-growing startups that hire our trained professionals for impactful roles across technology, finance, consulting, and cyber security.
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Nine of India's biggest newsrooms have covered what Meritshot does for careers. Their verdicts, pinned up.
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Search-Driven Analytics for Every Analyst
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Everything on eligibility, curriculum, mentorship, placements and fees — answered.
This program is designed for working professionals, career switchers, and fresh graduates looking to break into business analysis. Whether you're in sales, HR, support, accounting, or any non-technical role, our structured curriculum takes you from business fundamentals to advanced analytics in 24 weeks.
The 6-month (24-week) curriculum is split into 6 modules — starting with business fundamentals, progressing through SQL & Excel, BI dashboards (Power BI & Tableau), Python for predictive analytics, Agile & product thinking, and culminating in a boardroom-ready capstone project. Classes are held in small batches of 25–30 students.
You'll master business logic & structured thinking, SQL & advanced Excel, Power BI & Tableau for executive dashboards, Python (Pandas, Scikit-learn) for predictive modelling, Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban), stakeholder communication, BPMN process modelling, and AI-powered analytics tools. You'll also complete 24+ real-world projects and a capstone.
No prior programming or technical experience is required. Module 1 starts with business fundamentals, structured thinking, and KPI design. SQL, Excel, Python, and BI tools are all taught from scratch in subsequent modules. Basic computer literacy is the only prerequisite.
The full program is 6 months (24 weeks). You should plan for 12–15 hours per week, which includes live sessions, hands-on assignments, self-study, and project work. Weekend batches are also available for working professionals who need a more flexible schedule.
The program is delivered fully online with live instructor-led sessions, hands-on projects, recorded lectures for revision, and 1:1 mentorship — all accessible from anywhere. You get lifetime access to all recorded content and course materials.
Absolutely. The majority of our students are working professionals. We offer weekday evening and weekend batch options. All live sessions are recorded, so you can catch up at your own pace. The program is designed to be balanced with a full-time job.
Unlike free courses, this program offers structured mentorship from industry practitioners, 24+ real-world projects with actual datasets, Meritshot Certification, 360° career support with 400+ hiring partners, and case studies from domains like BFSI, retail, healthcare, and e-commerce. You graduate job-ready, not just theory-ready.
Our career advisors will walk you through eligibility, fees and the right track for your background.
Hear how learners put SQL, dashboards, and analytical thinking to work in new roles.
From sales to strategy, Meritshot gave me the tools to move beyond gut-feel decisions. I mastered SQL, Power BI, and case-based problem solving. Mock interviews transformed my confidence. Today at Deloitte, I design data-driven sales strategies.
From clerical work to decision-making, Meritshot taught me Excel, SQL, and stakeholder skills. Case studies on inventory analysis gave me hands-on confidence. At Wipro, I now build automation tools and drive action with data.
From accounting to analytics, Meritshot helped me move from passive number-crunching to proactive insights. My loan approval project impressed ICICI and got me hired. Now I work in digital banking analytics, reducing risks and driving adoption.
As a fresh graduate, I had no industry experience. Meritshot's capstone project and mock interviews gave me the portfolio and confidence to land Practo. I now work on healthcare analytics improving patient engagement metrics.
I moved from HR reports to real analytics with Meritshot. SQL, visualization, and my attrition prediction project gave me the confidence to crack Paytm. Now I work on People Analytics, designing dashboards that inform leadership.
I switched from support to analytics with zero coding background. Meritshot made SQL, visualization, and problem framing simple. My project on call center complaints helped me land MakeMyTrip. Today, I improve customer journeys with data-backed solutions.
From writing blog posts to writing SQL queries and user stories. Meritshot's structured curriculum transformed my career completely. At Zomato, I now analyse restaurant partner data and build dashboards for the growth team.
From classrooms to boardrooms. My teaching skills translated well into stakeholder communication. Meritshot added the technical depth — SQL, Tableau, Agile — that completed my transition. Now at HCL, I lead requirement workshops for enterprise clients.
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