Education – Openclassroom

Analysis of my Business Intelligence Analyst training

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21/11/2024 > 26/11/2024


Context

Onboarding project marking the start of the BI Analyst program at OpenClassrooms. Objectives: define the training framework, set target defense dates, choose collaboration tools with the mentor, identify key soft skills, and validate understanding of the profession through an initial reflective deliverable. 100% online project with structured mentoring and community.

My role:

  • Clarify the program objectives and career direction
  • Plan the milestones and target defense dates for each project
  • Choose the collaboration tools with the mentor and establish a weekly cadence

Workflow

  1. Welcome videos: program logistics, roles, resources, importance of preparing mentoring sessions in advance; one weekly session recommended; strong emphasis on personal organization.
  2. AI for learning: follow the course “Optimize your learning with AI” to structure an effective study workflow.
  3. Training start form: fill in objectives, review all projects, set target dates, and list time management practices.
  4. Video on neuroplasticity: reflect on learning strategies.
  5. Discovering the BI Analyst profession: identify core soft skills and complete the self-assessment using the provided grids.
  6. Review session with the mentor: validate the clarity of the framework, targets, and tools; record Q&A and adjustments.
  7. Collaboration via Notion; structured planning and calendar; defined weekly mentoring cadence.

Insights

  • Project-by-project and cumulative path: builds a complete portfolio; plan extra time for study and research.
  • Personal constraints identified from the start (e.g., formal communication in a non-native language) and mitigated through preparation and structured note-taking.
  • Before/after review for acquired skills.

Business Impact

  • Implementation of the program with clear objectives, planning, and collaboration methods, reducing ambiguity and downstream risks.
  • Established repeatable habits (weekly planning, structured notes, preparation for sessions) for the following projects.

Comparative review: vision of the profession at the beginning VS at the end of the project

For the project names, see the project dataset.

Links

Training start form

Job expectations discovery form

Self-assessment grid – Before/After review

Full dataset of my completed projects

Notion link