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Assignment 8

Hemalatha Ramakrishna

Trine University

BAN--6093-1P1-SU-2023 - Business Analytics Capstone

Shelby Davis

July 31, 2024


Introduction

You can gain insight into the demand for data scientists in the United States from the Data Science

Jobs dataset. This dataset is a valuable resource for analyzing emerging trends in job requirements

and understanding regional differences in the data science job market because it includes detailed

information on job titles, descriptions, required skills, education, salaries, and geographic

locations. By analyzing data scientist job postings across multiple dimensions, including

compensation, location, service, company, industry, and skill set, we aim to uncover trends and

provide actionable insights to stakeholders.

Data Analysis Process

Step 1: Data Collection

The dataset, sourced from https://data.world/jobspikr/10000-data-scientist-job-postings-from-the-

usa contains 10,000 data science job postings from the USA. This initial step involved importing

the dataset into a Tableau for further analysis. Ensuring the data is clean and accurate before

proceeding with the analysis was crucial.

Step 2: Data Cleaning and Preparation

Removing duplicates, handling missing values, and correcting any discrepancies are part of the

data cleaning process. This process ensures the accuracy and integrity of the data, which is

essential for reliable analysis. Next, the dataset is cleaned for analysis by normalizing geographic

locations, salary data, and job title classification.

Step 3: Analyzing the Data


Data points were aggregated and described using descriptive analytics, which aids in the discovery

of patterns and trends. Key metrics were calculated, including average salaries, most common job

titles, and most popular skills. These metrics were displayed using visualization techniques such

as bar charts, histograms, and geographic maps, providing a clear picture of the current state of the

data science job market in the United States. Data analysis was done to identify the factors driving

the demand for data scientists and predict trends, and to examine the correlation between job

demands (number of job openings, salary) and job characteristics (required skills, qualifications),

level of education, etc. The goal of this step is to predict future job market trends and identify high-

demand skills.

Step 5: Data Visualization

I created interactive dashboards and visualizations using Tableau to find hidden relationships and

patterns in the data. These charts show the demand for data science positions in different industries,

the prevalence of specific skills, and salary distribution across different regions. Data is easier to

understand, and findings are more effectively communicated with visualizations.

Step 6: Interpretation and Insights

The final step in the data analysis process is interpreting the visualizations and analysis results.

This step helps to gather useful information that can be used to solve real-world business problems.

The study yielded important findings about the demand for data scientists in various fields, the

most sought-after skills in the job market, and the impact of education level on earnings and job

prospects.
Conclusion

Analysis of the data science job dataset yielded important insights into the demand for data science

professionals in the United States. Through carefully planned data analysis and the creation of

powerful visualizations, we identified key trends and lessons for stakeholders. These insights can

help organizations make informed decisions in the competitive data science field by guiding

workforce planning, skills development, strategic hiring, and compensation optimization.

References

Hillier, W. (2023). A step-by-step guide to the data analysis process [2024]. CareerFoundry.

https://careerfoundry.com/en/blog/data-analytics/the-data-analysis-process-step-by-step/

Luna, J. C. (2022). How to analyze data for your business in 5 steps. DataCamp.

https://www.datacamp.com/blog/how-to-analyze-data-for-business

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