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Data Management Foundation

Data Literacy

Learn to speak the language of data

Data Literacy is not just a skill; it is the foundation for informed decision-making and transformative insights. Data Literacy is a key skill that empowers one to work effectively with Data and enables one to read, analyse, and communicate with Data, asking the right questions and making better decisions. Being Data Literate helps to unleash the true power of Data. In today’s data driven world, every organisation will benefit from their employees becoming data literate, helping to unleash the true power of data.

What is Data Literacy?

Gartner defines Data Literacy as “Having the ability to read, write and communicate data in context, including an understanding of data sources and constructs, analytical methods and techniques applied, and the ability to describe the use case, application and resulting value.”

Forbes describes Data Literacy as “Using data effectively for business actions and outcomes.”

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Public courses (online)

Duration: 4 hours

Courses are run at different times for these zones:
Central and Eastern Standard Time (CST, EST)
Atlantic Standard Time and Greenwich Meantime (AST, GMT),
Central and Eastern European Time (CET, EET),
Gulf Standard Time (GST)

Private training (online or in-house)

Duration: 4 hours
Scheduled as per requirements

*Discounts for groups of +10

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What delegates have to say

“I have gained so much information from this course, hope to utilize it not only at work but at every aspect of my life. I really appreciate the Facilitator for going the extra mile for the presentation.”   Thabo Samuel Tsotetsi

"Thank you for thoroughly and patiently explaining difficult concepts in a simple language."    Sazi Mgobhozi

“Great examples and analogies. And wonderful visual presentation especially with respect to where we were in terms of the training.”    Sardha Moodley

Course overview

This course is for anyone who works with data. Delegates will gain an understanding of the foundational elements of data and the concepts they need to know. They will learn how to use data effectively, ensuring that all resources speak the same language and can communicate well when it comes to data.

This course consists of 3 high-level modules:

  • The Data Terms
    • Data Literacy
    • Data, Information, Knowledge & Wisdom
    • Data Disciplines and Frameworks
    • Data Roles & Responsibilities
  • The Data Concepts
    • Types of Data – structured, unstructured and the Data Hierarchy
    • Data Lifecycle, Data Lineage, and Data Dimensions
    • Data Management Concepts
  • Talking the same Language
    • Data Analysis
    • Data Challenges
    • Data Communication.

Learning outcomes

After attending this course, delegates will:

  • Understand the Terms and Concepts of Data
  • Appreciate the fundamental elements of Data Management
  • Communicate effectively
  • Become competent Data Citizens
  • Contribute meaningfully to organisational Data initiatives.

* A certificate of attendance will be provided on completion of the course

Intended participants

This course will benefit everyone working with data.

Why train your team together?

Training a team together creates organisational capability. Transform learning into a shared operational improvement initiative — not just a once-off course.

When teams learn together:

  • Shared understanding of data quality standards and terminology
  • More consistent data practices across the organisation
  • Improved collaboration on data issues and reporting
  • Easier implementation of new data quality processes
  • Stronger accountability and ownership
  • Better communication between business and technical teams
  • Teams return aligned, motivated, and ready to execute

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