I am graduating in a business related bachelor, but I am interested in working in the Data Analysis. I learned some Python, SQL, R, but I don't feel competitive on the market, so I would like to do a master in Data Analysis. Do you think that's a good idea or should I get some skills on my own? Should I try to get an internship instead? I am worried that I just don't have the skills companies want.
I don't have experience in consulting either. Should I start from there and then move to data?

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I do not recommend a masters in data analytics. While it will teach you an essential skill (sql) it will not be worth a lot in terms of future job prospects compared to bachelors. I would recommend a masters in data science or some kind of applied quantitative field

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The problem with a data science master is that they require some previous knowledge coming from a bachelor in Data Science or Engineering. So basically I should start from the bachelor again.

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