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Setting Up LinkedIn Learning Through ISU

 While most of us may already have a LinkedIn account, not all may be familiar with the tool called  LinkedIn Learning.  LinkedIn Learning is an education platform that offers thousands of expert-led courses covering topics like business, technology, creative skills, and personal development. It provides video tutorials, interactive exercises, and personalized course recommendations based on your career goals and interests. By using LinkedIn Learning, you can develop new skills, stay current with industry trends, and earn certificates that can be showcased directly on your LinkedIn profile, helping enhance your professional credibility and career opportunities. How to Get Started:  Step 1: Go to  my.illinoisstate.edu   Step 2: Search LinkedIn Learning in the search bar Step 3: Decide to connect your LinkedIn account (can be skipped)  Step 4: Answer some of the prompts - most recent role, level of expertise, areas of focus       From...

Purpose

   BAS Core Curriculum Starting your analytics journey can be overwhelming. With so many tools, platforms, and career paths to explore, it's easy to feel lost. That’s where the  Business Analytics Society  comes in. Our goal is to be a supportive and accessible resource for students at any stage in their data journey—whether you’re just discovering analytics, refining your technical skills, or preparing for a career in the field. The  Business Analytics Society  helps bridge the gap between coursework and real-world application. Throughout our organization, you’ll find resources such as: Workshops on tools like Excel, Tableau, SQL, and more Guest speakers from data-driven industries Resume-building and interview prep events Opportunities to collaborate on analytics projects Networking with like-minded peers and professionals A community that supports learning, curiosity, and career growth To learn more about our organization, leadership team, and upcoming e...

About BAS & Core Curriculum!

 Hi everyone!  Thank you so much for being a part of the Business Analytics Society! We are delighted to have you join this community and explore the world of analytics.  For some background -  Business Analytics Society is currently in its second year on campus and was started only last fall. Since then, the group has grown to more than 50 active members! We host two distinct meeting types - our speaker events and technical workshops. Our speaker events allow members to meet with industry professionals, learn about their careers, and ask any questions they may have. Our technical workshops, hosted by our two Directors of Analytics, grant members the ability to receive introduction-level training in a wide range of tools often used in the analytics sphere.  In this core curriculum, we encourage you to use the resources to improve both your soft and technical skills. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to any one of the executive ...