Data Visualization and Data Storytelling Overview

People love visuals, it’s a natural thing. They are easier to comprehend and more appealing. So, what better way to communicate data with clients and colleagues?

We talk and train at institutes and corporates about data visualization and how this in-demand skill can be a game-changer for years to come.

Data Storytelling and Visualization is an in-demand skill !

Forbes in a recent recent article describes Data Storytelling as an essential skill everyone needs.

An article in Economic Times (Jobs) has this to say – In the world of digitization, Data fluency is listed as one of the new skills by that will help knowledge workers stay ahead of the curve.

The same article quotes Vishalli Dongrie – Partner and Head of People and Change at KPMG India -“The future workforce will need to develop the ability to work with data and make data-based decisions. Employers are already looking to build a workforce with solid skills in data analysis and presentation (e.g. through visualisation) as the amount of potentially useful digital information generated and stored keeps increasing exponentially”

What we offer…

Today more than ever, professionals are being asked to argue their cases and make their decisions based on data. A new, data-oriented mind-set is permeating the business world.

Anyone who works with data, needs this skill. That’s just about all knowledge workers today – HR, Marketing, Analytics & Data Science folks, Business Analysts, Researchers, IT Professionals, Sales teams, Consultants etc.

We are offering a one-day masterclass that teaches today’s knowledge workers everything they need to get started. Our clients range from start-ups to large global MNCs.

The Masterclass…

The masterclass is designed to be technology agnostic and instead focuses on theory, best practices and the foundation knowledge required using a process driven approach. While we are targeting non-analytics folks, we are getting a lot of interest from analytics teams looking to improve visualization capabilities.

What you will learn from this course:

Data visualization and information design principles

Evaluate and use analytical and design choices across the creative workflow – a step-by-step process to achieve clarity. Intro to Data Visualization – principles of Data Visualization and using the 12-Step process.

Data storytelling – using visual narratives to communicate insights

Communicate effective and compelling data stories using a formula based technique

The library of charts

Applying inventive approaches to the representation of data – using the full library of charts effectively.

Using context, design and color effectively

Use specific chart elements to amplify your message. Using context to enrich insights.