Course Overview
As the world becomes increasingly data-driven, upskilling in data visualisation and data analysis has never been more crucial.
By building your proficiency in a system such as Tableau, you’ll develop the ability to represent and communicate insights behind various types of data.
Want to position yourself with sought-after skills in data and business analytics? This short, online course could be the perfect fit. You’ll have the opportunity to investigate a series of case studies while learning how to identify and manage multiple sources of data.
The strong, practical foundation of this course means you’ll build the confidence to transform raw data into actionable insights. Upon completing the course, you’ll be able to confidently visualise, interpret and communicate various data sets to support effective decision-making.
Who's It For?
- Emerging and mid-career professionals seeking to develop skills in data analysis and data interpretation
- Individuals wanting to establish a career in data or business analytics
- Professionals who wish to enhance their data visualisation capabilities
- Individuals seeking career progression and promotion in a broad range of fields
- A graduate wishing to enter a professional role by upskilling in quantitative data management, visualisation techniques and predictive modelling
- Those working in the public and private sector
Job Outcomes
Potential career outcomes could include:
- Design and develop effective, accessible visualisations and dashboards
- Develop strategies to deploy operational dashboards that improve the decision-making capability in an organisation
- Create and visualise predictive models and forecasts
- Articulate best practice for working with data, and highlight ethical considerations
What You'll Learn
- Design and develop effective, accessible visualisations and dashboards
- Develop strategies to deploy operational dashboards that improve the decision-making capability in an organisation
- Create and visualise predictive models and forecasts
- Articulate best practice for working with data, and highlight ethical considerations
Study Method
- OnlineOnline delivery - online course content with the exception of assessments and work placement
- BlendedBlended delivery - both online course content and partial face to face requirements
- In-classIn class delivery - predominately face to face course content conducted at a specific location
- VirtualVirtual Delivery - Live and interactive classroom-style learning conducted completely online
Duration and Study Load
- 6 weeks (8-10 hours per week)
Delivery
- Online, Tuesdays or Thursdays 7:30pm
Course Features
UC Endorsed
- Backed by the reputation of one of Australia’s top 10 universities (THE World University Rankings 2021).
Industry-ready
- University expertise with practical workforce skills. Taught by industry experts.
Fast and flexible
- Short courses that fit in with your busy lifestyle.
Testimonials
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"This course taught me relevant skills for my work, and at a pace I was able to fit into a full-time job and busy routine. I really enjoyed the opportunity to develop my skills and particularly having Felipe as the subject matter expert delivering the course."Thomas Wyatt
Additional Information
As technology has advanced, so has the demand for data visualisation and analysis skills. Data analytics is deemed as a critical component to drive efficacy and new business models in the fourth industrial revolution*.
If you want to secure meaningful career progression, this Data Visualisation and Storytelling course will help you achieve your goals. Built and designed to address the industry’s requirements today, the skills developed will equip you with the confidence to implement solutions in a range of real-world contexts of tomorrow.
*McKinsey Analytics, 2018
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About University of Canberra
The University of Canberra (UC) is a hub of learning, practical courses and innovative research. It is a place where ideas are born, creativity is explored and opportunity is created.
UC is a university for the professions, dedicated to providing immersive student experiences focused on employability outcomes.
We have been recognised as the fastest rising university in Australia (QS, 2022) and have been ranked number one in Canberra for full-time employment for four years in a row (Good Universities Guide 2022).
This success is in part due to our two-pronged focus, encompassing progressive, expert teaching alongside strong ties to industry. This means that students enjoy real-world work experience and get a taste of their future careers, even before graduation.