Introduction to SQL

This is a beginner’s course for those who would like to learn SQL-Structural Query language, a language used in querying and manipulating Relational Databases. SQL is one of the most in-demand IT skills, and as organisations collect more and more data to help them make data-driven decisions, the demand for professionals with SQL skills has also increased in recent years.

This Microskill is a basic hands-on, self-paced course to introduce you to SQL using Microsoft SQL Server as the database engine. In this Microskill, you will learn:

• Understand the need for SQL
• Understand SQL basics
• Understand the use of SQL queries in retrieving and manipulating data for data analysis
• Understand the basics of SQL stored procedures
• Understand how SQL makes way for business intelligence and data management processes.

As you work through the course, you will have the opportunity to answer some questions and progressively check your understanding. Complete all modules and the feedback activity to obtain a certificate of completion.

Duration: 3-5 hours
Delivery: Online (self-paced)
Access period: 3 months of access from the day of enrolment