Data Visualisation and Communication for Business Professionals

Postgraduate | 2026

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Area/Catalogue
INFO 5035
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Course ID
203967
Level of study
Level of study
Postgraduate
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Unit value
6
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Course level
5
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Inbound study abroad and exchange
Inbound study abroad and exchange
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No
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Single course enrolment
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Course data is interim and subject to change

Course overview

The aim of this course is to develop skills in data visualisation and communicating with data in business contexts. Data types, exploratory data analysis, human side of visualisation: Gestalt principles; choosing effective visuals; designing and constructing effective data displays; the role of preattentive attributes in visualisation; storytelling with data; case studies to illustrate fundamental concepts and best communication practices; data visualisation and communication using Microsoft Office tools and Tableau.

Course learning outcomes

  • Describe and critically evaluate common data visualisation approaches.
  • Use software to explore data and produce effective graphical displays of varying complexity to gain insights from data.
  • Apply principles of effective communication to storytelling with data in support of business and strategic decision making.

Prerequisite(s)

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Antirequisite(s)

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