Formal Learning, Certificates and Ongoing Professional Development
This section presents my completed certificates, current certification goals and ongoing learning path as I continue building my skills in Python, data analysis, machine learning and modern analytical tools.
Alongside practical portfolio projects, I believe formal learning and certification help demonstrate commitment, structure and progress. My aim is to combine hands-on project experience with recognised learning achievements.
Completed Certificates
COMPLETED
12/01/2026
Oxford - Python Programming for
Data Science: Introduction
I completed an Oxford online course focused on Python programming for data. This course helped strengthen my understanding of Python, data handling and practical programming concepts used in analytical work.
Key areas: Python programming · data handling · programming logic · data-focused coding
COMPLETED
08/05/2026
Oxford – Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence in Python
I completed an Oxford online course focused on machine learning and artificial intelligence in Python. This course supported my understanding of supervised learning, machine learning workflows and practical model development.
Key areas: machine learning · artificial intelligence · Python · supervised learning · model evaluation
COMPLETED
16/06/2026
Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Associate
(Microsoft 365 Apps)
Exam MO-210
I have completed the Microsoft Excel Associate MO-210 certification with a score of 900/1000, demonstrating solid Excel skills for data organisation, reporting and business-focused spreadsheet work.
Key areas: worksheets and workbooks · cells and ranges · tables and table data · formulas and functions · charts and objects · spreadsheet organisation · sorting and filtering
COMPLETED
21/07/2026
Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel Expert
(Microsoft 365 Apps)
Exam MO-211
I have completed the Microsoft Excel Expert MO-211 certification with a score of 918/1000, demonstrating advanced Excel skills for data analysis, reporting and business-focused spreadsheet work.
Key areas: advanced workbook settings · data management · advanced formulas and functions · macros · PivotTables and PivotCharts · advanced charts · formula auditing · scenarios and Goal Seek
COMPLETED
16/08/2026
Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel PowerPoint (Microsoft 365 Apps)
Exam MO-310
I have completed the Microsoft PowerPoint Associate MO-310 certification with a score of 914/1000, demonstrating strong PowerPoint skills for creating, managing and delivering professional presentations.
Key areas: presentation management · slide layouts and masters · text, shapes and images · tables and charts · SmartArt · media · transitions and animations · presentation delivery and collaboration
Current Certification Goal
IN PROGRESS
Microsoft Office Specialist: Word Associate (Microsoft 365 Apps) – Exam MO-110
My current certification goal is the Microsoft Word Associate MO-110 exam. I have started preparing for this certification as the next step in strengthening my Microsoft Office Specialist portfolio.
This certification will help formalise my ability to create, format and manage professional documents, including text, paragraphs, tables, lists, references, graphics, document layout and collaboration features.
This supports my longer-term goal of building a stronger data analysis and business reporting portfolio that combines Python, machine learning, Excel, Power BI, Microsoft 365 and clear professional communication.
Current focus: document creation and management · text and paragraph formatting · tables and lists · references · graphics and illustrations · document layout · collaboration features · exam preparation
Planned Development
After completing my Word Associate certification, my planned learning path is to continue strengthening my Microsoft Office Specialist portfolio through Word certifications, then develop my SQL and database knowledge with Oracle before moving further into Power BI and broader data analysis.
Data Analysis and Business Intelligence Path
- Microsoft Office Specialist: Word Expert (Microsoft 365 Apps) – Exam MO-111
- Oracle AI Database SQL Associate – Exam 1Z0-171
- Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate – Exam PL-300
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Fundamentals – Exam DP-900
- Additional portfolio projects
- Kaggle and practical data analysis projects
Cyber Security and IT Fundamentals Path
After strengthening my data analysis and business intelligence skills, I also plan to develop a broader understanding of IT infrastructure, security fundamentals and cyber security concepts.
- Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals – Exam SC-900
- CompTIA Network+ – Exam N10-009
- CompTIA Security+ – Exam SY0-701
The aim is to build a strong and well-rounded portfolio that combines Microsoft Office expertise, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Oracle SQL, Power BI, Python, machine learning, data analysis, business-focused reporting and a foundation in cyber security.
How This Supports My Portfolio
My certificates and learning path support the practical projects shown on this website. The goal is not only to collect certificates, but to apply the knowledge through real portfolio work.
My current direction combines:
- Python programming
- Machine learning projects
- Excel and data analysis
- Technical documentation
- GitHub portfolio development
- Long-term digital technology experience
This combination helps demonstrate both practical ability and structured learning as I continue moving towards data analysis and data science opportunities.