Training Course in Data Visualization Using Tableau
Introduction
This hands-on training course enables analysts, researchers, and professionals to master Tableau, a popular tool for data visualization and business intelligence.
Participants will learn to connect, prepare, visualize, and share impactful dashboards and stories.
Course Overview
Introduction
This hands-on training course enables analysts, researchers, and professionals to master Tableau, a popular tool for data visualization and business intelligence.
Participants will learn to connect, prepare, visualize, and share impactful dashboards and stories.
Duration
5 days
Who Should Attend
- Data analysts
- Business intelligence professionals
- Marketing and sales professionals
- Financial analysts
- Project managers
- IT professionals
- Data engineers
- NGO and development practitioners communicating program impact
- Students, M&E professionals, and anyone wanting to bring data to life
Training Methodology
- Instructor-led demos and presentations
- Hands-on labs using real-world datasets
- Group activities and peer learning
- Templates, resources, and guided exercises provided
Learning Outcomes (Course Objectives)
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Navigate the Tableau interface and connect to data sources.
- Clean, shape, and prepare data using Tableau Prep and built‑in tools.
- Create effective visualizations: bar charts, line graphs, maps, and heat maps.
- Build interactive dashboards and use storytelling features.
- Apply best practices in design, aesthetics, and usability.
- Share dashboards via Tableau Server, Online, or public exports.
Course Modules
Course Outline
Module I: Introduction to Data Visualization with Tableau
- Data visualization principles and storytelling with data
- Overview of Tableau ecosystem: Desktop, Public, Prep, Server/Online
- Workspace navigation: data pane, shelves, marks, show-me
- The relationship between data analysis and data visualization
Module II: Connecting & Preparing Data For Importing to Tableau
- Connecting to data sources: Excel, CSV, databases
- Data cleaning: filtering, formatting, joins, pivots
- Introducing Tableau Prep basics (if applicable)
Module III: Basic Charting Techniques in Tableau
- Creating bar charts, line charts, and area charts
- Using simple calculated fields
- Creating custom and quick table calculations
- Implementing advanced groups and sorting
- Designing scatter plots and visualizing correlations
- Utilizing timelines and basic forecasting
Module IV: Advanced Visualization & Analytics
- Geospatial visualizations: maps, symbols, and filled maps
- Heat maps, highlight tables, Gantt charts, and histograms
- Employing analytics: aggregations, percent of total, trend lines, reference bands
Module V: Creating Effective Dashboards & Storytelling
- Best practices in dashboard design: layout, interactivity, filters
- Building interactive dashboards and creating a data story
- Adding actions, tooltips, and filters for navigation
- Optimizing Performance and Usability
Module VI: Design Principles & Advanced Features
- Applying visual best practices: colors, fonts, accessibility
- Parameter-driven interactivity and calculated fields
- Level-of-detail (LOD) calculations overview
Module VII: Publishing & Sharing
- Export options: images, PDFs, packaged workbooks
- Introduction to Tableau Server / Online (publishing, permissions)
- Embedding dashboards and collaboration essentials
Module VIII: Final Hands-On Project
- Participants build an end-to-end Tableau workbook: connect data, create visualizations, and assemble a dashboard/story
- Presentation of dashboards, peer review, and feedback session
Course Administration
Methodology
This instructor-led training course is delivered using a blended learning approach comprising presentations, guided practical sessions, web-based tutorials, and group work.
Accreditation
Participants will receive a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion.
Training Venue
Held at the Tech For Development Training Centre.
Accommodation & Airport Transfer
Arranged upon request.
Email: letstalk@techfordevelopment.com
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179
Tailor-Made
Customised training available.
Payment
Send proof of payment to letstalk@techfordevelopment.com.
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