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Course Description

In this course, you will look at the way data is set up in an organization and how to leverage that data through the lens of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to make data-driven decisions. You will also look at defining the roles of data for effective decision-making in the modern workplace, as well as how to break down a data fluency framework. Finally, you will learn to effectively identify where data can add value to an organization.

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Learner Outcomes

Upon completing this course, you will know how to:

  • Examine how organizations use data to make decisions or improve operations
  • Conduct a high-level gap analysis for data skills to identify key roles for hire 
  • Build KPIs for an organization to make decisions. 

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Section Title
Data for Decision Making
Type
Lecture - Online Synchronous
Days
M, W
Time
6:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
May 06, 2024 to Jun 10, 2024
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
30.0
Delivery Options
Virtual  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition non-credit $605.00
Potential Discount(s)
Drop Request Deadline
Dec 14, 2023 to May 07, 2024
Transfer Request Deadline
Dec 14, 2023 to May 07, 2024
Withdrawal Request Deadline
May 08, 2024 to May 29, 2024
Section Notes

Schedule:
This course will be delivered virtually using MS Teams or Zoom and  Brightspace(D2L). Virtual sessions will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays starting May 6 and ending June 10, 2024, from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.

There will be no class on Monday, May 20, 2024 for Victoria Day.

We encourage you to use your webcam and microphone to contribute to a more collaborative learning experience.

Required Software/Technology/Textbooks/Supplies:

Included and access provided: 

  • Student version of Microsoft 365 and Brightspace (D2L) online learning platform.
  • Zoom/Teams virtual communication/collaboration app

You’ll need to supply:

  • Internet access and a computer system with a functional webcam and microphone that meets minimum technical requirements to use Brightspace(D2L)
  • Required textbooks: 
    • Digital Decisioning: Using Decision Management to Deliver Business Impact from AI, James Taylor 

    Publisher: ‎Meghan-Kiffer Press; Illustrated edition (Nov. 27, 2019)
    Language ‏ : ‎English 
    ISBN-10: ‎0929652649
    ISBN-13: 978-0929652641
    https://amzn.to/40qSwts

    • Data Fluency: Empowering Your Organization with Effective Data Communication, Zach Gemignani, Chris Gemignani, et al. 

    Publisher: Wiley; 1st edition (Nov. 3, 2014)
    Language ‏ : ‎English   
    ISBN-10: ‎1118851013
    ISBN-13: 978-1118851012 
    https://amzn.to/3kXaJ1z

On Course Start Date:

  • Ensure your computer, mic and webcam function properly.
  • Follow instructions to log in to Microsoft 365 and check your MS Outlook inbox for any course-related emails from your instructor. Click on the Brightspace (D2L) icon/link to access online course content and further instructions to get started. You’ll be provided with instructions in your course on which app, Zoom or MS Teams, you’ll be using to access virtual sessions.

If you have any questions, contact ConEdAdvising@sait.ca.

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