INTRODUCTION FOR BIG DATA FOR INTRAPRENEURS UNLOCKING ORGANIZATIONAL POTENTIAL WITH DATA INSIGHTS
This 2-day training program introduces intrapreneurs to the foundational concepts of big data and demonstrates how data-driven strategies can enhance organizational growth and efficiency. Using tools like Excel 365, Power Query, and Power BI, participants will learn how to collect, clean, analyze, and visualize data for actionable insights. The program focuses on practical applications that intrapreneurs can use to address internal challenges, improve operations, and align with company goals.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of the program, participants will be able to:
- Understand the concept of big data and its relevance to organizational efficiency and innovation.
- Identify how big data can solve internal challenges and improve decision-making processes.
- Utilize Excel 365 and Power Query for data transformation and analysis within departments.
- Create interactive dashboards and reports in Power BI for organizational insights.
- Implement data-driven strategies to support departmental goals and company-wide initiatives.
TARGET AUDIENCE
Intrapreneurs, mid-level managers, and team leads looking to leverage big data to drive innovation, efficiency, and informed decision-making within their organizations.
COURSE CONTENT
Day 1: Big Data Foundations & Practical Tools
Session 1: Introduction to Big Data (9:00 AM – 10:30 AM)
- What is big data?
- Characteristics of big data: Volume, Variety, Velocity, Veracity, Value.
- Why big data matters for organizations and intrapreneurs.
- Case studies: Companies enhancing efficiency with big data.
Break: Morning Tea (10:30 AM – 10:45 AM)
Session 2: Understanding Data for Organizational Use (10:45 AM – 12:30 PM)
- Types of internal data (team performance, operational metrics, project data).
- How to collect and organize data (manual entry, surveys, software tools).
- Challenges in managing organizational data and how to overcome them.
Lunch Break (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)
Session 3: Introduction to Excel 365 for Data Analysis (1:30 PM – 3:00 PM)
- Excel as a foundational tool for big data.
- Creating and managing structured data with tables and PivotTables.
- Summarizing and filtering data for insights.
Break: Afternoon Tea (3:00 PM – 3:15 PM)
Session 4: Power Query Basics for Intrapreneurs (3:15 PM – 5:00 PM)
- Introduction to Power Query: What and why.
- Importing data from multiple sources (internal systems, Excel files).
- Cleaning and transforming data for accurate analysis.
Day 2: Advanced Tools & Real-World Applications
Session 1: Introduction to Power BI (9:00 AM – 10:30 AM)
- Overview of Power BI and how it complements Excel.
- Navigating Power BI: Interface and key features.
- Connecting to internal data sources and creating datasets.
Break: Morning Tea (10:30 AM – 10:45 AM)
Session 2: Building Dashboards for Organizational Insights (10:45 AM – 12:30 PM)
- Creating visualizations (charts, graphs, maps) for internal reporting.
- Designing interactive dashboards to track team and departmental KPIs.
- Sharing and publishing reports to enhance collaboration.
Lunch Break (12:30 PM – 1:30 PM)
Session 3: Real-World Big Data Applications for Intrapreneurs (1:30 PM – 3:00 PM)
- Use cases:
- Team performance tracking and optimization.
- Operations: Reducing inefficiencies and streamlining processes.
- Project management: Data-driven decision-making in resource allocation.
- Collaborative exercise: Designing a dashboard for a fictional department.
Break: Afternoon Tea (3:00 PM – 3:15 PM)
Session 4: Implementing Big Data Strategies in Organizations (3:15 PM – 5:00 PM)
- Steps to integrate big data in company workflows.
- Sustaining a data-driven culture within teams and departments.
- Group discussion: Challenges and opportunities for intrapreneurs using big data.
- Final Q&A and feedback session.
