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Membership & Benefits
The Institute of Analytics is a professional, not-for-profit membership body supporting data professionals globally. We provide training, career support, networking opportunities, and advocate for data standards.
Yes, all training materials at your membership level are included with your IoA membership fee.
IoA offers various membership levels: Affiliate, Student, Associate, Member, Senior Member, and Fellow. Each level corresponds to different stages of data proficiency. For more details, see our membership guide:IoA Membership Levels.
Yes, you can upgrade your membership level after meeting the necessary criteria, as outlined in our Analyst Competency Framework. Email us at hello@ioaglobal.org if you would like more information.
Yes, members receive a completion certificate for each course. Additionally, we offer some industry-recognized certifications- some free at a reduced or competitive cost for IoA members.
Non-members are welcome at select IoA events, though some events are reserved exclusively for members. Have a look at our IoA - Institute of Analytics EventBrite page for more details on upcoming events and book your place.
Training & Course Content
Our training includes point-and-click tools like spreadsheets, and progresses to advanced applications. Coding is optional, but we offer Python and R tracks for those pursuing data careers. Our online assessments can help you identify gaps in your skills and offer a pathway for training. Participants also get free access to all the premium resources of DataCamp and Dataquest.
Yes, our main career tracks focus on Python and R, often paired with other software tools.
All IoA training is online, accessible from a standard laptop or mobile device. Some courses are designed to be completed in short, 15-minute sessions.
While we include some videos, our primary learning environment emphasises fully supported, hands-on analytics tasks rather than video-based learning.
As well as strong skills in data manipulation, we also encourage our members to develop competency in Communication, Governance and Professionalism and Leadership with a focus on effective cross-functional teaming.
The IoA provides comprehensive training resources included in your membership. There are more than 700 courses. A couple of our courses designed for our Corporate or Education partners may have restricted access.
IoA members can view recordings of past webinars through the member dashboard. Live webinar access is available to all visitors by registration.
Career Development & Networking
We offer face-to-face meetups in key regions, online networking events, roundtable discussions, and casual meet-ups. Check out our IoA - Institute of Analytics EventBrite page.
IoA training is designed for a variety of data roles, such as data scientists, engineers and business analysts, and for professionals in fields like HR and accounting, who want to improve general data literacy.
Members can advance to the next level by meeting the requirements in the Analyst Competency Framework. Each level offers increased access to resources and recognition in the analytics community.
The IoA is focused on supporting those working with applied data competencies in a business setting. We provide accessible, high-quality training and a supportive community to help members excel in their career.
Corporate & Educational Partnerships
Corporate partners who sponsor staff memberships benefit from discounted rates, exclusive networking opportunities, and job placement listings.
Educational partners can access training environments for students without additional licence fees. Students in partner programs benefit from international networking, competitions, career support, and fast-tracked IoA membership upon graduation. We also provide complimentary IoA membership for the course faculty.
IoA provides discounts for organisations registering large groups. Contact us for details on bulk membership options.
Accreditation & Standards
The IoA's accreditation process maps course content to our standards. Learn more about accreditation here:IoA Accreditation.
Visit our accredited institutions page to search for universities and programs that meet IoA standards:Search Accreditation.
While experience requirements vary, most members need 3-5 years of foundational analytics experience to qualify for Associate level. Check our Analyst Competency Framework for specifics.
Account & Payment Information
Payments can be made through our secure online portal. For assistance, contact our support team by using the ‘Support’ tab at the top of the screen and completing the short form.
Currently, we do not accept direct debit or standing order payments.
IoA membership fees are not currently tax-deductible.
Receipts are issued to your email address when you pay for your membership. Invoices are available upon request. Please email us at hello@ioaglobal.org if you need any help.
Technical Support & Account Management
If your membership lapses, please contact us at hello@ioaglobal.org to reactivate your account or to resolve any issues.
Ensure you have registered with IoA and accessed DataCamp through our member dashboard. Use the same email for both platforms. Try resetting your password and double checking you are using the correct email address that you used to register. For technical support use the ‘Support’ tab in the top right of the website. For other issues, email our support team at hello@ioaglobal.org.
Log in to the IoA Platform, then follow this path: Learning > Click on "View" in Knowledge & Analytics > Click on "Go to Datacamp".
If you are still having issues accessing DataCamp, check if you have two DataCamp accounts. If you’ve registered separately on DataCamp, this may cause issues. You can resolve this by merging the accounts.
Changing your email ID in DataCamp/Dataquest can create a new account, separate from your old one. Your previous course progress is likely tied to the old email ID. You can either try logging in with your old email or contact DataCamp support to check if merging accounts under two different email IDs is possible.
Please register for updates by submitting your email at the bottom of the landing page of our website or email us at hello@ioaglobal.org to confirm that your contact information is current.
If you encounter payment issues, please contact our support team at support@ioaglobal.org or use the ‘Support’ tab at the top of the website for prompt assistance.
Just email membership@ioaglobal.org to let us know your new email address. We will make sure your new email address is updated and ensure you can log into your IoA Member account. We will update Datacamp and Dataquest too. Please allow 2 working days for the changes to go live.
Security & Privacy
IoA protects your data with strict security measures. We do not share member data for commercial purposes. For more information, refer to ourResponsibilities & Terms of Use policy located at the bottom of the website.
International Access & Language Support
Yes, IoA is a global organisation and we are active in over 40 countries.
Our website supports translation tools, and our DataCamp training offers courses in English and Spanish, as well as subtitles in 16 languages including Arabic, Chinese, French, and Spanish.