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Duration 7 hours
Course Outline
Defining Data-Informed Decision-Making
- Core definitions and nuances: data-informed versus data-driven
- Case studies of data-informed decisions in public administration
- Typical sources of evidence within government environments
Accessing and Evaluating Data
- Identifying pertinent metrics, indicators, and reports
- Assessing data integrity, accuracy, and completeness
- Comprehending data origins and inherent constraints
Posing Strategic Questions
- Structuring decisions and determining information requirements
- Key questions for data teams, analysts, and dashboard users
- Defining objectives prior to data exploration
Interpreting Data Insights
- Analyzing tables, visualizations, and dashboards
- Differentiating between correlation and causation
- Detecting missing data, outliers, and potential biases
Integrating Data into Decisions
- Using evidence to support or modify policy recommendations
- Balancing trade-offs and risks when data is incomplete
- Documenting justification in memos, briefs, or presentations
Communicating and Justifying Decisions
- Narrative techniques for presenting data to non-technical audiences
- Ensuring transparency in recommendations
- Addressing scrutiny using evidence-based responses
Recap and Path Forward
Requirements
- Broad experience in public policy, service delivery, or program management
- Understanding of governmental procedures or decision-making workflows
- Proficiency in reading charts, reports, or key performance indicators
Target Audience
- Policy and program analysts
- Public administrators and managers
- Government decision-makers and strategic planners
Testimonials (3)
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Hands-on examples allowed us to get an actual feel for how the program works. Good explanations and integration of theoretical concepts and how they relate to practical applications.
