Course Overview

In today's world, data is growing unprecedentedly—created by enterprises across industries, by our interactions on social networks, and through countless applications. Data has become one of the most valuable resources of our time, and those who can harness its potential hold a significant edge. But raw data alone has little value thus the ability to interpret, analyze, and visualize it is no longer optional—it's essential.
This course is your gateway to mastering the art and science of data analysis and visualization. It's not just about understanding data, it's about empowering yourself to make impactful decisions and craft compelling visual narratives. Whether you're looking to drive impactful business decisions or share insights with any audience, this course will equip you with the skills to turn raw data into actionable insights.
You'll learn how to navigate the ever-evolving landscape of Business Intelligence, uncover patterns hidden within complex datasets, and deliver insights that drive impactful decisions. Beyond analysis, you'll develop the ability to transform your findings into interactive dashboards and infographics that engage and resonate with any audience. These skills are versatile and can be applied to a wide range of data-related tasks, making you adaptable and ready for any challenge.
This course emphasizes the importance of storytelling in the digital age. Whether you're tracking fitness goals, planning a household budget, sharing insights with any audience, or even presenting findings to stakeholders and supporting critical business decisions, the ability to visualize data effectively is indispensable.
During this course, you will acquire the knowledge and practical skills to analyze complex datasets, visualize insights, and communicate your findings with clarity and impact. In today’s data-driven world, mastering these abilities will make you stand out and bring real value to any professional environment.

Learning Outcomes

By the end of the course students

Will find out:

• understanding the spacious role of data;
• basic concepts of BI and data visualization;
• the tools and concepts that apply to dashboard creation;
• how to select and use appropriate data mining algorithms and techniques.

Should be able to:

• recognize and work with different levels of data unlocking deeper insights;
• trace the journey of data from its origins to its end user;
• differentiate between histograms and bar graphs;
• move beyond pie charts and line graphs by utilizing more creative and engaging visualization techniques;
• turning raw data into stories using Power BI, Tableau, and online visualization tools to inspire action;
• integrate multiple data sources into a cohesive visualization project;
• apply best practices for data visualization to ensure clarity and impact.

Will improve:

• skills in data analysis;
• visualization skills;
• communication skills;
• teamwork skills.

Course Content

•The art of data visualization
o Introduction to Data Analysis and Business Intelligence
o Analyzing and Visualizing Data with Power BI
o Data Representation and Visualization in Tableau
o Online visualization tools
• Data literacy fundamentals
o Introduction to Databases and Data Models
o SQL Fundamentals and Beyond
o Data Analysis and Interpretation
o Business processes vs. data flow
• Assessment

Instructional Method

Lectures & workshops, interactive teaching, discussions, case studies, supporting videos, collaborative teamwork, presentation.

Required Course Materials

Facilities: laptops and Internet connection.

Assessment

Case Studies (50%)
Quiz (25%)
Final Test (25%): tests, true/false statements, practical tasks.