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Professional Skills: Information Gathering and Vetting

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Professional Skills: Information Gathering and Vetting

This course is part of Professional Skills: Strategic Thinking Specialization

Instructor: Tyler Galarneau

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4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

4 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

3 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Collect and vet data effectively against a hypothesis
Retain key insights from collected data
Share new insights from data through compelling narratives

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There are 4 modules in this course

Learn to find, evaluate and communicate the right information with confidence. This course teaches professionals how to gather and vet data using hypothesis-driven strategies to support better decision-making.

This course empowers learners to collect, analyze and present information that drives strategy. Through real-world exercises, you’ll develop a research mindset, build relevant hypotheses, and test your assumptions with clarity and rigor. Whether you're solving a complex business problem or leading a data-driven initiative, this course gives you the skills to collect and validate insights that matter.

Module details

This module introduces the fundamental principles of collecting data effectively by first formulating a clear hypothesis. You will learn how to identify the causes and resources needed for data collection, and then gather relevant information to test your hypothesis. The module emphasizes critical thinking to distinguish between testable and untestable questions, ensuring that your data collection efforts are focused and productive. By the end of this module, you will be equipped to systematically approach data gathering with a strategic mindset.

What's included

1 assignment7 plugins

1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes

Quiz: Collecting data with a hypothesis10 minutes

7 pluginsTotal 47 minutes

Collecting data with a hypothesis: Cause and resources5 minutes
Collecting data with a hypothesis: Gathering data against a hypothesis6 minutes
Practice the solution: Collecting data against a hypothesis10 minutes
Job aid: Gathering data against a hypothesis3 minutes
Reflect on the solution: Testable and untestable questions10 minutes
Finding all the facts you need: Key takeaways3 minutes
Apply the solution: Gathering data against a hypothesis10 minutes

Once data has been collected, the next crucial step is to extract maximum value from it. This module focuses on strategies for retaining insights within your data, ensuring that the effort put into collection translates into meaningful understanding. You will explore methods for analyzing and interpreting data to uncover valuable information, practice these techniques, and reflect on how to optimize your data utilization. The goal is to transform raw data into actionable insights that can inform decision-making.

What's included

1 assignment7 plugins

1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes

Quiz: Getting the most of data you collect10 minutes

7 pluginsTotal 52 minutes

Getting the most of data you collect: Causes and resources5 minutes
Getting the most of data you collect: Retaining insights in your data6 minutes
Practice the solution: Retaining insights in your data15 minutes
Job aid: Retaining insights into your data3 minutes
Reflect on the solution: Getting the most out of the data you collect10 minutes
Taking it all in: Key takeaways3 minutes
Apply the solution: Retaining insights in your data10 minutes

Effective communication of data insights is paramount for driving impact. This module teaches you how to transform complex data into compelling narratives that resonate with your audience. You will learn the art of storytelling to share new insights, practice structuring your findings, and reflect on how to make your insights memorable and actionable. The module emphasizes clear, concise, and persuasive communication to ensure your data-driven conclusions are understood and acted upon.

What's included

1 assignment7 plugins

1 assignmentTotal 10 minutes

Quiz: Sharing new insights from data10 minutes

7 pluginsTotal 46 minutes

Sharing new insights from data: Causes and resources5 minutes
Sharing new insights from data: Telling stories to share data5 minutes
Practice the solution: Sharing insights from your data10 minutes
Job aid: Telling stories to share data3 minutes
Reflect on the solution: Groups of three10 minutes
Making insights memorable: Key takeaways3 minutes
Apply the solution: Sharing new insights from data10 minutes

This module serves as a final step to consolidate your understanding and prepare you for applying the acquired information gathering and vetting skills in real-world scenarios. It also provides an opportunity to reflect on your learning journey through an end-of-course survey acknowledging your course completion.