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Duration 7 hours
Course Outline
Defining Data-Informed Decision-Making
- Core definitions and distinctions: data-informed vs. data-driven
- Examples of data-informed decisions within public administration
- Common sources of evidence in government contexts
Accessing and Evaluating Data
- Identifying relevant metrics, indicators, and reports
- Assessing the reliability and completeness of data
- Understanding data provenance and limitations
Formulating the Right Questions
- Framing decisions and defining information needs
- Determining what to ask of data teams, analysts, or dashboards
- Clarifying objectives before engaging with data
Interpreting Data Insights
- Analyzing tables, visualizations, and dashboards
- Distinguishing between correlation and causation
- Identifying gaps, anomalies, and biases
Applying Data to Real-World Decisions
- Using evidence to support or refine policy recommendations
- Weighing tradeoffs and risks when data is incomplete
- Documenting rationale in memos, briefs, or presentations
Communicating and Justifying Decisions
- Using data storytelling for non-technical stakeholders
- Building transparency into your recommendations
- Responding to challenges or scrutiny with evidence
Conclusion and Next Steps
Requirements
- General experience in public policy, program delivery, or service management
- Familiarity with government processes or decision-making workflows
- Confidence in interpreting 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.
