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
No summary details available for this course.
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
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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