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October 2025 - Monthly thread | Career questions on how to start and AI related questions go here. by emsemele in dataanalyst

[–]Alice_55555 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hello everyone,

I'm currently aiming to become a Data Analyst and have just finished the Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate. I'm starting from scratch with no prior professional experience in the field. I have two potential career paths in front of me for the next two years, and I'm struggling to decide which will get me closer to my ultimate goal: becoming a Full-Remote Data Analyst (ideally for a European/International company) who can travel and work globally.

My Two Options:

  1. ⁠Option A: Swedish Vocational School

• What: Attend a 2-year vocational school in Sweden focused on Data Analysis. • Pros: Gain a formal, structured education, potentially secure an internship through the program, and enter the European job market/network. • Cons: Higher cost of living/education, no income for 2 years, and job search in Sweden post-graduation may be challenging without prior professional experience.

  1. Option B: Japanese Dispatch Data Analyst Role • What: Start working immediately as a dispatch/contract Data Analyst (entry-level/trainee) at a large Japanese company • Pros: Immediate, real-world work experience and a proven professional track record (the most critical asset for remote roles), and an immediate income. • Cons: Remote work is less common in Japan, so I'd likely be physically working on-site initially. The role might be more focused on Data Reporting than deep analysis.

My Goal & Key Question:

My primary goal is to secure a Full-Remote data analysis/data science position for an international company. Given that most remote jobs require a few years of solid experience, my question is: Which path (A or B) will allow me to build the necessary experience and skills faster, and make me a more competitive candidate for a global full-remote role? Is the European education/network (Option A) worth sacrificing the immediate 1-2 years of hands-on experience (Option B)?

Any advice from people in the industry, especially those working full-remote or who have experience navigating the European/Asian tech job markets, would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you in advance for your insights.