Data Management, Analytics and Visualisation 5 credits

In a world shaped by data, the ability to collect, organise, and communicate information effectively is essential for international business professionals. This course provides you with the tools and methods needed to manage data, perform insightful analyses, and visualise results in ways that support evidence-based understanding and decision-making. Throughout the course, you will design and build a database structure, access and import real-world data directly from online databases or services using Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), and transform complex information into compelling visual narratives through interactive dashboards. You will also learn to structure, clean, and organise data to ensure that it can be efficiently used for further statistical or econometric analysis. The course emphasises a storytelling approach to visualisation, integrating statistical reasoning with practical design principles. You will strengthen your statistical foundations, apply new analytical techniques using modern dashboard platforms, and explore AI-assisted tools that enhance analysis and communication. Finally, you will demonstrate best practices in data presentation and communication through the dashboard you design. By the end of the course, you will be able to manage, analyse, and visualise data effectively, presenting insights that are clear, accurate, and engaging. The course equips you with practical and transferable skills essential for thriving in today’s data-driven business environment.