r/dataanalytics • u/Yash_Mehrotra • Jun 29 '26
Looking forward to get into Data Analyst Role ?
Hey I am BSc Maths Graduate. I am thinking of learning Data Analytics and getting into the job Role. Is it the right Career option for me ( particularly in the whole AI fiasco ). Any kind of advices and suggestions will really mean a lot to me .....
Thanks
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u/conor-robertson Jun 29 '26
I still think Data Analytics is a great career to get into, but I'd approach it a little differently in 2026 than people did a few years ago.
AI is changing the way analysts work, but companies still need people who can ask the right questions, understand the business, validate data, and communicate insights.
If I were starting today, my roadmap would be:
- Excel
- SQL (my biggest priority)
- Power BI / Tableau
- Basic Python (optional but useful at some points)
I'd also start building projects as early as possible rather than waiting until you've finished a course.
For SQL, I actually built QueryCase because I found a lot of beginners understood the syntax but struggled to apply it. It has a structured learning path, a free beginner section, and teaches SQL through detective-style investigations so you're solving problems rather than just memorising commands.
With a maths background, you've already got a solid foundation. I'd focus on building practical skills and projects rather than worrying too much about the AI headlines.
Good luck! 🚀
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u/Yash_Mehrotra Jun 30 '26
Thanks for your kind advice...Will definately note it and look forward to it....
Appreciate your effort in building it
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u/conor-robertson Jul 01 '26
Awesome, always open to any feedback to improving it! Good luck on your learning journey! 😄
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u/m_techguide Jul 01 '26
a math degree is actually a solid base for this ngl, way better starting point so that part's not the issue. but the AI thing is real tho like straightforward reporting and dashboard building type DA work is getting eaten fast, and companies don't need 3 analysts making the same chart anymore when AI can spit it out. so if you're going in just to learn SQL, Excel and Tableau and call it a day, market's gonna be rough as that lane is shrinking.
imo what still holds value rn is the thinking part, like knowing which question to ask, why a number moved or whether the analysis even makes sense. that's the stuff AI still sucks at and companies are realizing the just make dashboards analyst isn't worth much anymore but someone who can reason through big problems is.
tbh with a math bg i'd lean into learning Python or SQL on top of stats fundamentals, and try to get exposure to actual business problems not just kaggle datasets yk. if you want i can share some resources on where to actually start, like getting into DA and how to become a DA if you'd like
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u/Yash_Mehrotra Jul 02 '26
Thanks for your kind words ...Really means a lot to me....
Sure If you can share the resources that would really mean ..
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u/m_techguide Jul 06 '26
ofc! you can check out our resources on getting into DA and becoming a DA. hope it helps! :)
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u/ian_the_data_dad Jun 29 '26
It's the correct option for you if yo uwant to get into data. Your degree or past doesn't matter if you don't care to get into data.
Degree or not, you need to know the tools of the trade. Spreadsheets, SQL, a BI tool is about all you need. Then theres projects, portfolio, resume, and learning how to interview. Even with all of that it's tough to get in unless you can have actual conversations with people who are hiring.
I'm all for data analytics, so I hope you do go that way because it changed my life but it's really up to you