This course is part of the Data-Driven Decision Making (DDDM) Specialization

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Data-Driven Decision Making (DDDM) SpecializationUniversity at Buffalo

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By the end of this course, learners are provided a high-level overview of data analysis and visualization tools, and are prepared to discuss best practices and develop an ensuing action plan that addresses key discoveries. It begins with common hurdles that obstruct adoption of a data-driven culture before introducing data analysis tools (R software, Minitab, MATLAB, and Python). Deeper examination is spent on statistical process control (SPC), which is a method for studying variation over time. The course also addresses do’s and don’ts of presenting data visually, visualization software (Tableau, Excel, Power BI), and creating a data story.              
Material features online lectures, videos, demos, project work, readings and discussions. This course is ideal for individuals keen on developing a data-driven mindset that derives powerful insights useful for improving a company’s bottom line. It is helpful if learners have some familiarity with reading reports, gathering and using data, and interpreting visualizations. It is the second course in the Data-Driven Decision Making (DDDM) specialization. To learn more about the specialization, check out a video overview at  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Oi4mmeSWcVc&list=PLQvThJe-IglyYljMrdqwfsDzk56ncfoLx&index=11.

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It is helpful if learners have some familiarity with reading reports, gathering and using data, and interpreting visualizations.

Approx. 11 hours to complete

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What you will learn

Identify stakeholders and key components imperative to an analytics project plan
Name strengths and weaknesses of different analysis and visualization tools
Visually identify, monitor, and remove process variation
Explain how to create a compelling data story

Skills you will gain

Data visualization tools
Data storytelling
Data analysis tools
Data-Driven Decision Making
Statistical process control (SPC)

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Course 2 of 3 in the

Data-Driven Decision Making (DDDM) Specialization

Beginner Level

It is helpful if learners have some familiarity with reading reports, gathering and using data, and interpreting visualizations.

Approx. 11 hours to complete

English

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Instructors

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Peter Baumgartner

Operational Excellence Director

The Center for Industrial Effectiveness

15,606 Learners

2 Courses

Brittany O'Dea

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University at Buffalo

The State University of New York

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

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Week1

Week 1

3 hours to complete

Data Analysis Software Tools

3 hours to complete

6 videos (Total 24 min), 6 readings, 1 quiz

6 videos

Introduction to Data Analysis and Visualization40sContext, Objectives, and Analysis Plans4mExcel, R, MINITAB, MATLAB, and Python7mTechniques and Best Practices6mDan Gerena Discusses Maximizing the Value of Data2mIntroduction to Visualization2m

6 readings

Welcome Message and Course Overview5mAcknowledgements2mContext, Objectives, and Analysis Plans Resources (Optional)40mData Analysis Tools Resources (Optional)30mTechniques and Best Practices Resources (Optional)30mIntroduction to Visualization Resources (Optional)20m

1 practice exercise

Data Analysis Software Tools30m

Week2

Week 2

3 hours to complete

Statistical Process Control (SPC)

3 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 17 min), 5 readings, 1 quiz

Week3

Week 3

4 hours to complete

Data Visualization and Translation

4 hours to complete

7 videos (Total 36 min), 5 readings, 1 quiz

7 videos

Guiding Principles8mData Story6mTableau, Excel, and Power BI6mDan Gerena Discusses Data Visualization3mInsight Evaluation4mTesting and Re-Evaluation3mDan Gerena Discusses Sustaining a Data-Driven Strategy3m

5 readings

Guiding Principles Resources (Optional)30mData Story Resources (Optional)30mVisualization Tools Resources (Optional)40mInsight Evaluation Resources (Optional)30mTesting and Re-Evaluation Resources (Optional)20m

1 practice exercise

Data Visualization and Translation 30m

Week4

Week 4

2 hours to complete

Project: Data Analysis and Visualization

2 hours to complete

1 video (Total 1 min), 1 reading, 1 quiz

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About the Data-Driven Decision Making (DDDM) Specialization

This specialization explains why it is important to leverage data when contemplating organizational choices, and supplies the tools at the heart of data-driven decision making (DDDM). The three-course series explores how technology enables the collection and organization of unprecedented amounts of data, and how to dissect that data to gain powerful insights. Course topics include analyzing process maps for driving improvement, software for maximizing data analysis, statistical process control, creating metrics dashboards and translating data stories, and the connection between operations technology metrics and organizational performance. Content touches on leadership’s role in instituting an internet of things (IoT) strategy in manufacturing and service environments. Lessons feature case studies highlighting ROI achieved through DDDM, and the cultural changes required for success.

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