Embark on a transformative journey into the world of data with our comprehensive Data Analyst Diploma Program.
What will you learn?
Upon completion of this program, the successful students will have consistently demonstrated the ability to:
Data has become one of the most valuable assets in the modern economy — and every organization, from small businesses to large enterprises, needs professionals who can collect, analyze, and transform raw data into clear, actionable insights. The demand for trained data analysts is strong across every sector and growing alongside the increasing adoption of data-driven decision-making in Canadian business, government, and healthcare.
In British Columbia, the data analytics field is concentrated in a strong technology ecosystem. Ontario and British Columbia show the highest demand for data analysts in Canada, with major cities like Vancouver serving as hubs for the technology and finance industries — further driving demand for data professionals. Terratern With nearly 700 open data analyst positions listed on Glassdoor across Canada at any given time, and Vancouver consistently among the top cities for data analyst hiring, graduates entering this field in B.C. are well-positioned for strong employment prospects.
In British Columbia, data analysts (NOC 21223) typically earn between $28.75 and $60.00 per hour Job Bank — reflecting competitive wages for trained professionals across a wide range of industries and employer types in the province.
The national picture is equally compelling. More than 87% of companies surveyed in the World Economic Forum’s Future of Jobs Report 2025 said that AI and big data skills will increase in importance by 2030 — and data analysts and scientists appeared high on the list of jobs with increasing demand across industries. Coursera As organizations deepen their investment in data infrastructure, the analysts who can translate data into decisions are becoming indispensable in every sector.
What makes this diploma particularly well-positioned is the direct alignment between its curriculum and what employers are actively seeking. SQL is required in 69.3% of business analyst and data analyst job postings, Power BI appears in 24.7% of roles, and Tableau in 28.1% of postings Thecareeraccelerators — all three of which are core tools taught throughout this program.
Edison College offers this program both in-class at our Victoria campus and fully online — meaning eligible students across Canada can develop job-ready data analytics skills without relocating.
Sources: Government of Canada Job Bank — Data Analyst BC | WorkBC — NOC 21223 | World Economic Forum Future of Jobs 2025
Graduates of the Data Analyst diploma are prepared for roles across virtually every industry — wherever organizations use data to make decisions, there is demand for trained analysts. Career opportunities include:
Core Data & Analytics Roles:
Industry-Specific Roles:
Technical Support & Administration:
Employers across B.C. and Canada include technology companies, financial institutions, retail and e-commerce businesses, government agencies, healthcare organizations, marketing agencies, consulting firms, and any organization investing in data-driven decision-making. Active data analyst hiring across Canada includes organizations such as BC Rapid Transit, Canaccord Genuity, QuadReal Property Group, and a broad range of private sector firms across Vancouver and other major cities. Glassdoor
Data analysts work in modern, professional environments across virtually every sector of the Canadian economy — with strong prevalence of remote and hybrid work that aligns naturally with the online delivery of this program:
Technology & Software Companies: Vancouver’s technology sector — one of Canada’s most active — employs data analysts across product analytics, user behavior analysis, platform performance reporting, and business intelligence. B.C.’s growing fintech, health tech, and e-commerce technology companies are active data analytics employers.
Financial Services & Banking: Canada’s major banks and financial institutions employ large teams of data analysts for risk modelling, fraud detection, customer analytics, investment reporting, and regulatory compliance. Banks and fintech firms rely on business and data analysts to optimize processes and analyze market trends Thecareeraccelerators — making financial services one of the highest-paying sectors for data professionals.
Government & Public Sector: Federal and provincial government agencies employ data analysts and reporting specialists to support policy development, program evaluation, performance measurement, and public service delivery analytics. The Government of B.C. and federal agencies based in Victoria are active employers of data professionals across multiple departments.
Healthcare & Life Sciences: Hospitals, health authorities, and health technology companies use data analysts to monitor patient outcomes, optimize resource allocation, analyze clinical trial data, and support population health programs. Work in this occupation can also be performed remotely through contracted third-party service providers WorkBC — reflecting the flexibility increasingly available in healthcare data roles.
Retail & E-Commerce: Major retailers and e-commerce platforms employ data analysts to support inventory management, pricing optimization, customer segmentation, and marketing performance measurement — roles that directly leverage the Tableau, Power BI, Excel, and SQL skills developed in this program.
Consulting Firms: IT and management consulting firms across Canada employ data analysts to deliver analytics solutions and business intelligence services to clients across multiple industries — offering exposure to a wide variety of business contexts and rapid skill development.
Remote & Hybrid Work: Data analysts and information systems specialists may work remotely or from home, since technology allows for systems to be accessed from almost anywhere. WorkBC The tools taught throughout this diploma — Tableau, Power BI, SQL, Python, and Excel — are precisely the tools used in remote data roles, making this program an ideal preparation for graduates seeking location-flexible careers.
A career in data analytics in Canada offers strong, competitive compensation — with clear upward progression as skills, experience, and specialization develop over time.
In British Columbia, data analysts (NOC 21223) typically earn between $28.75 and $60.00 per hour Job Bank, reflecting a solid entry-to-mid-level wage range in a province where data and technology skills command a meaningful premium.
In Vancouver, data analysts earn an average of approximately $73,025 per year, with top earners reporting up to $115,518 annually Glassdoor — confirming Vancouver as one of the stronger Canadian markets for data analyst compensation.
Nationally, the data analyst career path offers consistent earnings growth with experience. The median total pay for a data analyst in Canada is approximately $70,000 per year, with analytics managers earning an average of $98,538 and directors of analytics reaching $130,919 annually. Coursera
For graduates who move into business analyst or business intelligence analyst roles: the national average salary for a business analyst in Canada in 2025 is approximately $74,741–$93,734 annually Thecareeraccelerators, with strong demand across finance, technology, and consulting sectors.
The tools mastered in this diploma — SQL, Python, Tableau, and Power BI — directly align with the technical skills that command the highest salaries in data analytics. Entry-level business and data analyst roles typically pay $60,000–$75,000, mid-level roles reach $75,000–$100,000, and senior leadership positions in analytics command significantly higher compensation. Thecareeraccelerators
Studying from another province? Data analyst roles exist in every major city and sector across Canada, with strong markets in Ontario, B.C., Alberta, and Quebec. Graduates are encouraged to consult the Government of Canada Job Bank for current wage data specific to their home province.
Sources: Government of Canada Job Bank — Data Analyst BC | Glassdoor Canada — Vancouver Data Analyst | Coursera — Data Analyst Salary Canada 2025
Requirements:
The Accuplacer assessment may be accepted only under the following conditions:
Minimum overall reading of 230 and writing of 230, and WritePlacer: 4.
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