Data and Visual Analytics

This course introduces you to data analysis and visualization techniques using the statistical programming language R.

Learn how to select the most appropriate data visualization for an analysis. Learn how to evaluate the effectiveness of a data visualization and build interactive and engaging Tableau dashboards.

In this course, you’ll learn the process of designing and creating dashboards within an enterprise environment. You’ll learn to discover user needs, identify key metrics, and tailor your dashboard to a particular audience. You’ll learn to use design elements to maximize the effectiveness of the dashboard and how to iterate based on user feedback.

In this course, you will learn the end-to-end process for telling a story and providing a recommendation based on data. You’ll learn to create a “ghost deck” to define a problem statement, scope possible analyses, and outline a set of potential solutions, along with next steps. You’ll also learn to identify what type of data analysis tool is appropriate for specific types of visualizations. You will learn how to identify limitations and biases in data. Lastly, you’ll learn to create a polished deck that uncovers the story from within the data through data visualizations.

Explore advanced data visualization and storytelling techniques. Discover various types of data stories and how to use them effectively. Learn to utilize Tableau Storypoint to add interactivity and visual elements and enhance your analyses with animation and narration using both Tableau Pages and Flourish.