SQL for Data Analysis and Reporting
SQL is the standard language for extracting and analysing data held in databases. This hands-on course builds the querying skills needed to pull, filter, combine, and summarise data directly from source systems.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Writing queries to retrieve and filter specific records
- 02Sorting, grouping and aggregating result sets
- 03Joining data held across several related tables
- 04Using subqueries and common table expressions for clarity
- 05Aggregating and pivoting data for reporting
- 06Writing queries that are efficient and easy to read
- 07Handling dates, text and null values correctly
What you will gain
- Write queries to retrieve and filter data
- Sort, group, and summarise results
- Join data across multiple tables
- Use subqueries and common table expressions
- Aggregate data for reporting
- Write efficient and readable queries
Who should attend
- Data and reporting analysts
- Business intelligence staff
- Officers working with databases
- Anyone extracting data for analysis
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 to 13 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 30 Nov to 4 Dec 2026 | Pretoria | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 11 to 15 Jan 2027 | Durban | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 15 to 19 Feb 2027 | Johannesburg | 5 Days | R18,000 | |
| 3 to 7 May 2027 | London | 5 Days | US$1,800 | |
| 5 to 9 Jul 2027 | Dubai | 5 Days | US$1,800 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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- R18,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 5 Days
- Field
- Data & Analytics
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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