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Course Outline
The Concept of Data-Informed Decision-Making
- Core definitions and the difference between data-informed and data-driven methods
- Case studies of data-informed choices in public administration
- Standard sources of evidence within government contexts
Locating and Evaluating Data
- Identifying relevant metrics, indicators, and reporting tools
- Assessing the integrity and completeness of available data
- Comprehending data origins and inherent limitations
Posing Effective Questions
- Defining decision frameworks and identifying information gaps
- Knowing what to request from data teams, analysts, or dashboard tools
- Clarifying goals before analyzing data
Interpreting Data Insights
- Reading tables, visual aids, and dashboards with precision
- Distinguishing between correlation and causation
- Identifying missing information, irregularities, and potential biases
Implementing Data in Real-World Choices
- Using evidence to bolster or modify policy proposals
- Balancing trade-offs and risks when data is incomplete
- Recording the logic behind decisions in memos, briefs, or presentations
Conveying and Upholding Decisions
- Crafting data narratives for non-technical audiences
- Incorporating transparency into recommendations
- Addressing critiques or scrutiny with concrete evidence
Recap and Future Directions
Requirements
- General background in public policy, program execution, or service administration
- Awareness of government procedures or decision-making protocols
- Confidence in reading charts, reports, or key performance metrics
Target Audience
- Policy and program analysts
- Public administrators and managers
- Government decision-makers and strategic planners
7 Hours
Testimonials (3)
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Hands-on examples allowed us to get an actual feel for how the program works. Good explanations and integration of theoretical concepts and how they relate to practical applications.
