Duration
3.5 hours
Language of Delivery
Cantonese, English or Mandarin
Introduction
In today’s data-driven world, the ability to interpret and leverage data is a critical skill for professionals across all industries. This workshop provides a practical introduction to the fundamentals of data analytics and its applications in business decision-making.

Course Details
Objectives
- Understand the fundamental concepts of data analytics and its significance in business decision-making.
- Become familiar with various data analytics tools and techniques.
- Understand different ways of interpreting data and deriving actionable insights.
- Apply data analytics concepts to real-world business scenarios.
Methodology
This workshop employs an engaging and hands-on approach that includes:
- Case Study Analysis:Â Exploring successful data analytics applications in various industries.
- Interactive Discussions:Â Defining data analytics and its importance in the business landscape.
- Type Exploration:Â Differentiating Descriptive, Diagnostic, Predictive, and Prescriptive Analytics.
- Tool & Technique Introduction:Â Discussing popular data analytics tools and data visualization best practices.
- Hands-on Activity:Â Conducting a demonstration of a simple data analysis using Excel.
Key Takeaways
- A clear understanding of the data analytics process, from data collection to visualization.
- Familiarity with different types of data analytics and their applications in business.
- A basic understanding of data analytics tools such as Excel, Tableau, R, and Python.
- Practical experience with data visualization techniques and best practices.
- Insights into the ethical considerations in data analytics.
Agenda
- Introduction to Data Analytics
- Definition of data analytics and its importance in the business landscape.
- Overview of the data analytics process: data collection, processing, analysis, and visualization.
- Discussion on the role of data analytics in strategic decision-making.
- Types of Data Analytics
- Descriptive Analytics: Understanding historical data and trends.
- Diagnostic Analytics: Identifying causes of past outcomes.
- Predictive Analytics: Forecasting future trends based on historical data.
- Prescriptive Analytics: Recommending actions based on data analysis.
- Data Analytics Tools and Techniques
- Introduction to popular data analytics tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, R, Python).
- Overview of data visualization techniques and best practices.
- Hands-on demonstration of a simple data analysis using Excel or a similar tool.
- Applying Data Analytics in Business
- Case studies showcasing successful data analytics applications in various industries.
- Group discussion on how data analytics can address specific business challenges.
- Introduction to ethical considerations in data analytics.
- Wrap-Up and Q&A
Target Participants
- Professionals who want to understand the power of data analytics in making informed decisions.
- Managers and Team Leaders looking to leverage data for strategic planning.
- Analysts seeking to expand their knowledge of data analytics tools and techniques.
- Anyone interested in learning how to interpret data and derive actionable insights.