Course Name: Data Visualization Using Tableau
Venue: Tech for Development Training Center, Nairobi, Kenya
Event Date: 9th to 12th December 2019
Course Fee: KES 60,000 OR USD 880
Registration: Register online
Tech For Development-T4D would like to invite you to a high impact Training Course in Data Visualization Using Tableau to be held in Nairobi, Kenya from 9th to 12th December 2019.
Why T4D?
We are an international training, capacity building and tech solutions organization that offers tech solutions, scheduled and tailor made training and capacity building solutions to individuals and development agencies in Africa and around the world.
We provide our training programs with a capacity-building goal, so as to ensure that, our training programs contribute to sustainable change.
This course is suitable for people working in:
Impact Evaluation, Monitoring and Evaluation, Academic Research, Market Research, Field Research, Agriculture, Health, Education, WASH, Handicapped, Human rights, Emergencies/disasters, Advocacy, Education, Environment, Small business development, Community development, Rural development, Women, Youth, Population, Rehabilitation, Culture, Capacity Building, Appropriate technology, Income, generation, Private sector, Refugees/displaced.
Introduction
Data visualization is a graphical representation of information and data. By using visual elements like charts, graphs, and maps, data visualization tools provide an accessible way to see and understand trends, outliers, and patterns in data. In the world of Big Data, data visualization tools and technologies are essential to analyze massive amounts of information and make data-driven decisions. Tableau is one of the best tools out there for creating really powerful and insightful visuals.
Who should attend?
This course is designed for the learner who has never used Tableau before, or who may need a refresher or want to explore Tableau in more depth. No prior technical or analytical background is required. The course will guide you through the steps necessary to create your first visualization story from the beginning based on data context, setting the stage for you to advance to the next course in the Specialization.
Requirements
Participants should be reasonably proficient in English.
Duration
4 days
Learning objectives
By the end of this course, you will:
Examine, navigate, and learn to use the various features of Tableau
Assess the quality of the data and perform exploratory analysis
Create and design visualizations and dashboards for your intended audience
Combine the data to and follow the best practices to present your story
Course Content
Module I
Fundamentals of visualization
What is data visualization?
Exploring the Tableau interface
Tableau tools
Preparing and importing data into Tableau Environment
The relationship between data analytics and data visualization
Module II
Tableau charting
Design basic bar charts
Design line graphs
Creating maps
Creating sets
Simple calculated fields
Advanced groups/sorting
Creating custom and quick table calculations
Creating parameters
Connecting to multiple data sources
Module III
Creating dashboards
How to create a Dashboard
Advanced table calculations
Calculation Syntax and Level of Details
Nested Level of Details
Control Charts
Bump Charts
Methodology
The instructor led trainings are delivered using a blended learning approach and comprise of presentations, guided sessions of practical exercise, web based tutorials and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience, working as professionals and trainers in these fields.
All facilitation and course materials will be offered in English.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued with a certificate of participation.
Training venue
The training is residential and will be held at T4D Training Centre in Westlands Nairobi, Kenya. The course fees cover the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, lunch, and study visits.
All participants will additionally cater for their, travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Tailor- made
We can also tailor-make our courses for you. This way, you/your organization will benefit by:
Using own tools during the training
Being able to choose areas of interest you wish the trainer to put more emphasis on
Taking the course in-house or at a venue of choice
Cutting on the cost of transport and accommodation
For further inquiries, please contact us on details below:
Email: outreach@t4d.co.ke
Mobile: +254 (0) 729166479
Accommodation
Accommodation is arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
Email: outreach@t4d.co.ke
Mobile Number: +254 706909947
Training fee
The course fee is KES 60,000.00 or USD 880.00 exclusive of VAT. The course fees covers the course tuition, training materials, two (2) break refreshments, lunch and study visits. Participants will cater for their travel and accommodation costs.
Payment
Payment should be transferred to Tech For Development - T4D account through bank on or before the course starting date.
Send proof of payment to outreach@t4d.co.ke
Cancellation policy
Payment for the all courses includes a registration fee, which is non-refundable, and equals 15% of the total sum of the course fee.
Participants may cancel attendance 14 days or more prior to the training commencement date.
No refunds will be made 14 days or less to the training commencement date. However, participants who are unable to attend may opt to attend a similar training at a later date, or send a substitute participant provided the participation criteria have been met
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Contact information
Tel: +254 706909947
Email: outreach@t4d.co.ke
Website: www.t4d.co.ke
Kind regards.
Kelvin K. Mwangi
Customer Relationship Officer,
Tech For Development.
Innovation for impact