Data Literacy Training

Price
$795.00 USD

Duration
1 Day

 

Delivery Methods
Virtual Instructor Led
Private Group

Data Literacy Training Overview

In the future, organizations that succeed will be those that put data at the forefront of their business strategy. This Data Literacy training is designed to give you a high level overview of the key topics in Data Science and Machine Learning. Designed exclusively for students who want to learn about the basics of data science and machine learning at a high level, without needing to learn how to code or cover complex mathematics. In this course you'll learn the fundamental concepts relating to data, allowing you to understand what makes data suitable for data analysis, visualization and machine learning. Then we'll give you a quick overview of important statistical topics, such as mean, standard deviation, and the normal distribution. Afterwards you will learn the different ways data scientists are able to visualize data to convey their ideas in a clear manner. We'll also teach you about the machine learning process, acquiring data, cleaning data, and an overview of the train/test split philosophy that supervised learning adheres to. Then we'll show you some examples of regression and classification algorithms, as well as how to evaluate their results. We’ll also explore what the future holds by taking a peek at the bleeding edge of AI and ML, including DALLE-2 and GPT-3!

What Is Included

  • Expert-Led Instruction – Learn from certified instructors with real-world IT experience.
  • 90-Day Access to Class Recordings – Rewatch virtual instructor-led sessions for up to 90 days after class completion.
  • Guaranteed-to-Run Courses – We never cancel a scheduled course, ensuring your training stays on track.
  • Flexible Rescheduling – Option to reschedule your course if needed (see conditions).
  • Free Course Retake Option – Retake the course at no additional cost (see conditions).

Course Objectives

By the end of this course, you will have a solid understanding of data literacy fundamentals, enabling you to interpret and communicate data effectively. You'll learn to recognize different data types, identify patterns, assess data quality, and make informed business decisions. This course also covers basic data visualization techniques to help present insights clearly.

Who Should Attend?

This course is ideal for business professionals, analysts, managers, and anyone who works with data but does not have a technical background. If you want to develop confidence in using data to support your decisions, this training is for you.
  • Top-rated instructors: Our crew of subject matter experts have an average instructor rating of 4.8 out of 5 across thousands of reviews.
  • Authorized content: We maintain more than 35 Authorized Training Partnerships with the top players in tech, ensuring your course materials contain the most relevant and up-to date information.
  • Interactive classroom participation: Our virtual training includes live lectures, demonstrations and virtual labs that allow you to participate in discussions with your instructor and fellow classmates to get real-time feedback.
  • Post Class Resources: Review your class content, catch up on any material you may have missed or perfect your new skills with access to resources after your course is complete.
  • Private Group Training: Let our world-class instructors deliver exclusive training courses just for your employees. Our private group training is designed to promote your team’s shared growth and skill development.
  • Tailored Training Solutions: Our subject matter experts can customize the class to specifically address the unique goals of your team.

Q: What is Data Literacy?
A: Data literacy is the ability to read, interpret, analyze, and communicate data effectively. It enables individuals to make informed decisions, recognize patterns, and avoid misinterpretations when working with data. In today’s digital world, being data literate is essential for professionals across all industries.

Q: What is Data Literacy Training?
A: This course teaches professionals how to understand, interpret, and communicate data effectively to make better decisions in any role.

Q: Why should I take this course?
A: Data-driven decision-making is an essential skill in today’s workplace. This course helps you develop data confidence and avoid common pitfalls in analysis.

Q: Is this course worth it?
A: Absolutely! Understanding data is a critical skill across all industries. With strong data literacy, you can improve decision-making and enhance your career prospects.

Q: Does this course include an exam or certification?
A: No, this course does not include an exam or certification. However, it provides valuable knowledge applicable to many professional settings.

Q: Do I need experience with data to take this course?
A: No prior experience is required. This course is designed for professionals at all skill levels who want to improve their ability to work with data.

Learning Credits: Learning Credits can be purchased well in advance of your training date to avoid having to commit to specific courses or dates. Learning Credits allow you to secure your training budget for an entire year while eliminating the administrative headache of paying for individual classes. They can also be redeemed for a full year from the date of purchase. If you have previously purchased a Learning Credit agreement with New Horizons, you may use a portion of your agreement to pay for this class.

If you have questions about Learning Credits, please contact your Account Manager.

Course Prerequisites

No prior experience with data analysis is required. This course is designed for beginners and professionals looking to build foundational data skills.

Agenda

Data and Opportunities

  • Data Quality
  • Understanding Big Data

Data Measurements

  • Understanding Central Tendency
  • Understanding Dispersion

Understanding Data Analysis

  • Tour of Data Visualizations

Probability and Uncertainty

  • Testing theories and hypotheses
  • Probability and Statistics Overview

Machine Learning Overview

  • Understanding Machine Learning Concepts
  • Supervised Learning Overview
  • Unsupervised Learning Overview
  • Dimensionality Reduction Overview

The Future of Data, ML, and AI

  • Overview of Deep Learning Concepts
  • What’s next for AI and ML
 

Upcoming Class Dates and Times

Jul 16
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
ENROLL $795.00 USD
Aug 4
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
ENROLL $795.00 USD
Jan 14
8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
ENROLL $795.00 USD
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