Northeastern University

Data Wrangling for Business

Northeastern University

Data Wrangling for Business

Tareq Nasralah

Instructor: Tareq Nasralah

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
2 weeks to complete
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Learn at your own pace

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April 2026

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7 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 7 modules in this course

In this module, you will learn about the structure of relational databases and how to use SQL queries for information retrieval, focusing on single-row and group functions. In the next module, you will build upon this foundation by exploring data manipulation and data joining techniques.

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7 videos16 readings1 assignment

The module also highlights how effective data manipulation and joining contribute to the broader goals of data wrangling and preparation, ensuring that data is both well-organized and ready for analysis.

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14 readings1 assignment

In this module, you will learn how to explore datasets using Python. You’ll practice techniques to inspect dataset structure (rows, columns, and data types), and detect missing, invalid, or inconsistent data. You will also learn how to generate descriptive statistics and distribution summaries, as well as interpret profiling results to guide data cleansing and improve overall data quality.

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2 videos16 readings1 assignment

By the end of this module, you will be able to apply practical data cleansing techniques to improve data quality and make your analysis more accurate and trustworthy.

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2 videos12 readings1 assignment

In this module, you will learn how to transform raw data into clean, structured datasets that are ready to be linked with other relevant data for enrichment. To perform these tasks, you will continue your work with Python and explore later in upcoming modules, tools like Alteryx to enhance your data preparation and enrichment workflow.

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2 videos12 readings1 assignment

This module emphasizes techniques for gathering, integrating, and transforming data from diverse sources. Hands-on exercises focus on automating data extraction from webpages and processing textual data, enabling the conversion of raw, unstructured information into structured, analyzable formats. By applying these methods, participants learn to create unified datasets that are ready for deeper analysis and the generation of meaningful insights.

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1 video17 readings1 assignment

In this module, you will learn how to use the industry automation tool, Alteryx, to automate the processes of data transformation and data integration. This skill will help you in your professional career to ease and expedite data processing.

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5 readings1 assignment

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Tareq Nasralah
Northeastern University
2 Courses39 learners

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