Duration: 2 Days
Course Overview
This 2-day Data Visualization and Storytelling course is designed to teach staff how to deploy effective visuals into reports when required for maximum impact and engagement.
The practical, hands-on training also provides relevant theory, enabling attendees to select the right visuals at the right moment, including: charts, graphics, colouring and layout that will engage the reader and provide a greater level of impact, engagement and understanding.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
Participants will learn how to move data and images without compromising quality, embed data visualizations in reports and look at the connection between Office Applications enabling reports to ‘self-update’.
Course Content
Day 1: Mix of Theory & Practical
• Different types of charts
• The seven Gestalt principles of visualization
• How to avoid disorder
• Data Visualization
• How to Highlight important information
• The art of Storytelling with Data
• The importance of effective chart selection
• Key tips for PowerPoint
Day 2: Hands On Practical Exercises
• Working with Charts
• Practical exercise Part 1
o Chart creation with Excel
o Chart modification with Excel
• Practical exercise Part 2
o Chart creation with Excel
o Chart modification with Excel
• Chart animation using PowerPoint
• Connection and data refresh within Office Applications
• Macros for charts