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Storytelling and Presenting with Data

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  • Price: R5, 900.00 (excl. VAT)
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Course Introduction

This workshop aims to empower participants to effectively communicate data insights through compelling visual narratives, enhancing decision-making and business outcomes.

Course Delivery Method

Our courses have flexible delivery options:

  • In-person classroom training at the Impactful training
    facilities

  • Virtual instructor-led training
  • Nationally: on-site at the client

Course Prerequisites

To ensure your success in this course, you should know how to perform basic presentation development tasks using presentation software. You can obtain this level of skills and knowledge by taking the Microsoft® Office PowerPoint® for Office 365 (Desktop or Online): Part 1 course from Logical Operations.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the principles of data storytelling and its impact on business.
  • Learn how to select and design visualizations that convey data insights clearly.
  • Develop skills in using tools like Microsoft Excel and Power BI for data visualization.
  • Enhance the ability to present data-driven stories to various audiences.

Course Content

  • Module 1: Introduction to Data Storytelling
    • Importance of storytelling in data communication
    • Elements of a compelling data story
    •  Examples of high-influence data stories
  • Module 2: Principles of Effective Data Visualisation
    • The importance of context and audience
    • Choosing the right chart types
    • Recognise and eliminate clutter
    • Design elements
  • Module 3: Tools and Techniques
    • Overview of Microsoft Excel for data visualisation
    • How to maximise Excel visualisation features
      • Detailed analysis of chart types
      • Emphasis and colour
    • Introduction to Power BI and its capabilities
      •  How to create a dashboard
      • Power BI design elements and best practices
      • Practical examples
  • Module 4: Craft Your Data Story
    • Structure your narrative
    • Tailor your message to the audience
    • Test for impact
  • Module 5: PowerPoint design principles
    • Integrating Excel and Power BI with PowerPoint
    • Design your presentation
    • PowerPoint tips and tricks
    • Engaging your audience through visuals
  • Module 6: Present your data story
    • Presentation skills
    • How to deliver via Zoom or Teams
  • Module 7: Practical Application and Demonstration
    • Hands-on exercises with Excel and Power BI
    • Case studies and real-world examples
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Course Introduction

This workshop aims to empower participants to effectively communicate data insights through compelling visual narratives, enhancing decision-making and business outcomes.

Course Delivery Method

Our courses have flexible delivery options:

  • In-person classroom training at the Impactful training
    facilities

  • Virtual instructor-led training
  • Nationally: on-site at the client

Course Prerequisites

To ensure your success in this course, you should know how to perform basic presentation development tasks using presentation software. You can obtain this level of skills and knowledge by taking the Microsoft® Office PowerPoint® for Office 365 (Desktop or Online): Part 1 course from Logical Operations.

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • Understand the principles of data storytelling and its impact on business.
  • Learn how to select and design visualizations that convey data insights clearly.
  • Develop skills in using tools like Microsoft Excel and Power BI for data visualization.
  • Enhance the ability to present data-driven stories to various audiences.

Course Content

  • Module 1: Introduction to Data Storytelling
    • Importance of storytelling in data communication
    • Elements of a compelling data story
    •  Examples of high-influence data stories
  • Module 2: Principles of Effective Data Visualisation
    • The importance of context and audience
    • Choosing the right chart types
    • Recognise and eliminate clutter
    • Design elements
  • Module 3: Tools and Techniques
    • Overview of Microsoft Excel for data visualisation
    • How to maximise Excel visualisation features
      • Detailed analysis of chart types
      • Emphasis and colour
    • Introduction to Power BI and its capabilities
      •  How to create a dashboard
      • Power BI design elements and best practices
      • Practical examples
  • Module 4: Craft Your Data Story
    • Structure your narrative
    • Tailor your message to the audience
    • Test for impact
  • Module 5: PowerPoint design principles
    • Integrating Excel and Power BI with PowerPoint
    • Design your presentation
    • PowerPoint tips and tricks
    • Engaging your audience through visuals
  • Module 6: Present your data story
    • Presentation skills
    • How to deliver via Zoom or Teams
  • Module 7: Practical Application and Demonstration
    • Hands-on exercises with Excel and Power BI
    • Case studies and real-world examples

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