Executive Development Programme in High-Impact Data Journalism
-- viewing nowThe Executive Development Programme in High-Impact Data Journalism is a certificate course designed to empower journalists, media professionals, and specialists in other industries with the essential skills to use data-driven storytelling for high-impact reporting. This programme is crucial in today's data-driven world, where the ability to interpret and communicate complex data sets is increasingly important for career advancement.
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• Data Acquisition Techniques: Teaching participants how to gather data from various sources, such as APIs, databases, and scraping techniques.
• Data Cleaning and Preparation: Focusing on data cleaning, preprocessing, and formatting to ensure data is ready for analysis and visualization.
• Statistical Analysis for Journalists: Providing foundational knowledge in statistical methods and techniques applicable to data journalism.
• Data Visualization: Instructing participants on creating effective and engaging visualizations using tools such as Tableau, PowerBI, or D3.js.
• Data Storytelling: Teaching participants how to craft compelling narratives using data, including structuring their story and determining the best visualizations for their data.
• Data Ethics and Privacy: Emphasizing the importance of data ethics, privacy, and responsible journalism in dealing with sensitive information.
• Data Security Best Practices: Ensuring participants are aware of best practices in data security to protect themselves and their sources.
• Emerging Trends in Data Journalism: Keeping participants up-to-date on the latest trends, tools, and techniques in the field of data journalism.
• Data-Driven Investigative Journalism: Showcasing real-world examples of data-driven investigative journalism, and discussing the impact of these stories.
• Capstone Project: Providing an opportunity for participants to apply their knowledge and skills in a real-world data journalism project, under the guidance of experienced instructors.
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Entry Requirements
- Basic understanding of the subject matter
- Proficiency in English language
- Computer and internet access
- Basic computer skills
- Dedication to complete the course
No prior formal qualifications required. Course designed for accessibility.
Course Status
This course provides practical knowledge and skills for professional development. It is:
- Not accredited by a recognized body
- Not regulated by an authorized institution
- Complementary to formal qualifications
You'll receive a certificate of completion upon successfully finishing the course.
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