Applied Graduate Certificate in Data and AI Driven Business Intelligence
Unlocking the Value of Data and AI for Your Organization
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Program Overview
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1: Introduction to Data Management
September 11, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Learn the basics of data management and how to communicate its value to your company. Uncover and discuss how data governance and ethics should drive your data strategy.
2: Data Management and Business Strategy
September 18, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Learn how to determine the data required to meet business goals for insight generation and automation.
3: Practical Applications of Data Analysis and AI
September 25, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Explore and identify practical applications and a variety of use cases across sectors.
4: Identifying Opportunities
October 2, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Learn to identify opportunities and what will be required to create a practical implementation program.
5: Data Analysis and Visualization
October 9, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Spot patterns and trends with data visualization.
6: Data Storytelling
October 16, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Get proven techniques to present analysis, insights and recommendations in cohesive and compelling ways.
7: Advanced Techniques and Tools
October 23, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Learn the process of deploying data analysis or utilizing existing AI tools, including considerations for scalability and performance.
8: Practical Applications and Case Studies
October 30, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Analyze and learn from real-world case studies that highlight successful applications of data analytics and AI across different industries.
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1: Reinforcing Project Principles
November 6, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Learn how to create and manage an implementation plan with best practices in project management.
2: Integrating AI with Project Tools
November 13, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Learn to work with end users of the applications to identify specific needs and new workflows. Work with tech specialists to implement the technologies to address goals and needs.
3: Managing Project Finances
November 27, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Discover how to apply financial practices to project management and present project success.
4: Building the Right Space for Collaboration
December 4, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Practice your best active listening skills and foster a workspace that favours diversity of thought.
5: Making Decisions as a Team
December 11, 2024, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Articulate the vision of the project to motivate and align the team. Re-enforce the roles and tasks of each team member.
6: Setting the Stage for Change
January 15, 2025, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Partner with stakeholder groups from initial planning. Constant re-enforcement of the organizational and project goals.
7: Implementing New Processes
January 22, 2025, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Apply change as both a process and a skill.
8: Reporting on Change and its Effectiveness
January 29, 2025, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Measure change and effectiveness. Report findings and present to senior leaders.
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1: Great Communication Strategies
February 5, 2025, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Develop your personal communication style and find the right strategies to help you communicate better.
2: Storytelling Techniques
February 6, 2025, Thursday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Use storytelling techniques to make your communication more engaging.
3: Practicing Impactful Communication
February 12, 2025, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Put into practice various skills and techniques that make communicators persuasive and impactful.
4: Communicating Through Problem Solving & Get Positive Attention
February 13, 2025, Thursday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Learn strategies to capture and maintain positive attention. Master techniques to grab interest and trust through powerful introductions and emphasizing the value proposition of your message.
5: Resolving Conflicts
February 19, 2025, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Enhance your problem-solving aptitude by embracing conflict as an opportunity. Practice clear communication to reduce confusion and enhance understanding, even in ambiguous contexts.
6: Communicating to Senior Leaders
February 20, 2025, Thursday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Understand the differences between horizontal communication and “communicating up.” Learn to accurately analyze the business-political landscape to better achieve your objectives.
7: Managing Optics and Perceptions
February 26, 2025, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Discover ways to build a strategic network of relationships, and how to further opportunities by facilitating conversations between unconnected parties.
8: Integrated Communication Strategies
March 5, 2025, Wednesday, 7 pm – 9 pm
Create a comprehensive communication plan for a real or hypothetical scenario, incorporating storytelling, conflict resolution, and strategic messaging.
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Fall 2024 Dates Time Term 1: Data Analytics & Practical AI Applications 9/11/2024 - 10/30/2024 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Term 2: Leading Projects & Change 11/6/2024 - 1/29/2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Term 3: Powerful Communication 2/5/2025 - 3/5/2025 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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Applied Graduate Certificate in Data and AI Driven Business Intelligence
March 5, 2025
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