Harness the full power of data+design to make facts and figures speak volumes.
Data Visualization is more than charts and pretty colors. It is the visual communication of data through thoughtfully crafted representations to increase clarity and transform data into comprehensible information.
In today’s data-driven world, professionals in all industries, both public and private, and at all levels, benefit from a keen understanding of how to communicate data insights for their organization.
Through online and hybrid classes, our Data Visualization Graduate Certificate Program teaches you to understand the latest methods in data analysis and visual design to become a successful data storyteller with the ability to convey complex insights persuasively. Upon completion of our Data Visualization Graduate Certificate, you will understand the right data analysis and visualization techniques, and applications, for each situation.
Students in our program apply concepts from computer science, statistics, psychology, ethics, and visual design to develop meaningful visualizations for diverse audiences. You'll learn:
Agnes Scott Graduate Studies partners with Data Science Connect (DSC), the largest data science organization in the Southeastern United States. DSC is committed to making data science accessible to everyone and every industry through education, civic enterprises, strategic connections, and quality programming that is innovative, festive, and nontraditional. Dr. Kallina led workshops at their annual conference entitled Data Visualization, Literacy, and Storytelling: What the Data Says and How to Communicate it. As a sponsor, our graduate students have access to this exceptional networking partner, through volunteer opportunities or networking events.
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In addition to expanding your knowledge to translate big data into easily digestible, visual representations, you will gain a data visualization expertise, including an understanding of accessibility, ethics, and ways to avoid bias.
Tailor your learning experience to meet your needs. Complete our DataVis certificate program either fully online or as a blend of online and hybrid instruction.
After just 6-classes, completed in as little as 12-months, you can earn your graduate certificate in data visualization.
While one might work as a data visualization specialist, having the experience and insight to create effective data visualizations benefits anyone who works with data.
From web developers, marketing teams and graphic designers, to professionals in a variety of fields ranging from public health to finance, having knowledge of the best practices and pitfalls with creating data visualizations can prevent misleading or poor designs that could ultimately affect your bottom line or your mission.
