Transition into Tech with Real Analytics Training.

Learn SQL, Power BI, and Excel with live coaching and job focused training built for career changers.

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Meet Lorita Shaw, MBA

Self-Taught. Battle-Tested. Career-Making Mentor.

Founder of Data Analytics, Simplified

How it Started

I was deep in spreadsheets, cleaning up data and building reports but I had no idea I was already doing the work of a data analyst. I just didn’t have the language or the tools for it yet.

That changed when my manager took me under her wing and introduced me to SQL.
She didn’t just show me how to write code she helped me take ownership of my work, stop waiting on others for answers, and start solving real problems with data.

That moment changed my life.
It gave me confidence, clarity, and the ability to speak the language of data and I’ve never looked back.

Now I teach others the same way: with exposure, support, and real, hands-on learning no gatekeeping, just progress.

Awards - Memberships

  • Woman of the Year Honoree - Women in Technology
  • South East Program Director - SCORE, INC.
  • Member - Women in Technology
  • Member - National Black MBA Association
  • Member - Women Who Code

Real Results From Real Students

Date Range:

October 2024 - July 2025

At Data Analytics, Simplified, we don't just teach tools- We help students transition into analytics careers faster than the industry standard.

  • 69.2% of students secured job offers - some with multiple offers.
  • 96.1% landed multiple interviews, fast-tracking their transitions.
  • Salary increases range from 12% - 50%, with some now earning six figures.
  • Students have transitioned from medical billing, marketing, government, and QA into analytics roles. 

These results prove that with the right skills, strategy, and support, breaking into analytics is achievable - often in less than six months. 

Proven Program. Real Results.

These aren't just courses. They're career launchpads.

Get hands-on with SQL and Power BI in live, expert-led sessions. Each program is backed by real student wins, interviews landed, portfolios built, and transitions made.
Whether you're pivoting careers or upskilling with purpose, this is where it starts.

POWER BI

Next Cohort: September 2025 

Objective: Equip students with hands-on skills to build real-world dashboards using Power BI’s online service. This course emphasizes practical application, visual design, and portfolio development for career readiness.

Current Available Days: 

  • Thursdays, 7 PM EST
  • Sundays, 3 PM EST

Key Takeaways:

  • Navigate the Power BI online platform to upload, clean, and transform data.

  • Build interactive visuals and dashboards using bar, line, pie, and card charts.

  • Connect datasets using relationships and apply foundational DAX formulas.

  • Learn layout, usability, and sharing best practices for professional reporting.

  • Complete a capstone dashboard project with instructor feedback and polish.

  • Walk away with a portfolio-ready piece and clear articulation for LinkedIn or interviews.

Total Live Instruction Hours:
9 hours (Power BI Essentials only)
13 hours (if Career Coaching bundle is selected)

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EXCEL

Next Cohort: October 2025

Objective: Introduce students to the foundational tools and functions in Excel that are used daily in analytics and reporting roles. By the end of the course, students will be confident working with formulas, functions, and spreadsheets in a business setting.

Current Available Days:

  • Mondays, 10 AM EST
  • Mondays, 7 PM EST
  • Tuesdays, 7 PM EST
  • Thursdays, 7 PM EST
  • Saturdays, 8:30 AM EST
  • Saturdays, 4 PM EST

Key Takeaways:

  • Navigate the Excel interface and confidently manage data in worksheets.
  • Use formulas and functions (e.g., SUM, IF, VLOOKUP, INDEX/MATCH) to solve real business problems.
  • Clean and structure raw data using filters, sorting, text functions, and conditional formatting
  • Create dynamic visuals using tables, charts, and pivot tables
  • Build a capstone spreadsheet solution that reinforces real-world reporting and analysis 

Total Live Instruction Hours:

7 hours (Excel Essentials Only)

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SQL

Next Cohort: November 2025

Objective: Help students gain foundational SQL skills through real-world scenarios. Students will learn how to write queries, analyze data, and build a portfolio of projects they can use for job applications and interviews.

Current Available Days:

  • Tuesdays, 7 PM EST
  • Thursdays, 7 PM EST
  • Saturdays, 1 PM EST

Key Takeaways:

  • Understand what databases are, how they’re used in business, and how SQL retrieves data.

  • Learn to write foundational SQL queries using SELECT, INSERT, UPDATE, and DELETE.

  • Filter, sort, and join data using clauses like WHERE, ORDER BY, JOIN, and more.

  • Build step-by-step projects that reinforce concepts and mirror real workplace tasks.

  • Practice through live coding challenges with guided feedback and real data scenarios.

  • Walk away with a working portfolio of SQL queries and project-based use cases.

Total Live Instruction Hours:
14 hours (Includes Career Coaching)

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Yes - Payment Plans Are Available

You can break up your payment using Klarna, Paypal, or Afterpay, no credit card pressure. I also offer monthly payment plans for select start dates right here on the site. Just pick the one that works best for you at checkout. If you need something more flexible, just reach out, I’ve got you.

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You Could Get Reimbursed - Here's How

Many of our students have used employer reimbursement to cover the full cost.  

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Refund Policy

Course Refunds:

  • Full Refund: If a participant cancels their enrollment at least 7 days before the course start date, they are eligible for a full refund.
  • Partial Refund: If a participant cancels within 3 to 7 days before the course starts, they are eligible for a 50% refund.
  • No Refund: If cancellation occurs within 72 hours of the course start date, no refund will be provided.
  • Transfer Option: If a participant is unable to attend a course, they can request to transfer their enrollment to a future session at no extra cost, provided the request is made before the course begins.
  • Missed Classes: No refunds are offered for missed classes, but participants will have access to course recordings if applicable.