A Beginner's Guide to Data Visualisation

Unlock the Power of Data Visualization

Data visualization is an indispensable tool across industries, helping organizations identify trends, areas for improvement, and insights that guide strategic decisions. It enables professionals to transform raw data into actionable insights, enhancing consumer understanding and business outcomes. As a key component of business intelligence, data visualization plays a critical role in communicating complex information effectively through compelling visuals.

Hands-On Training for Beginners

This beginner-focused course provides an in-depth introduction to the principles of data visualization and the analytics value chain. Through practical projects and interactive exercises, participants will learn how to design impactful visualizations and dashboards. Whether you're visualizing data for personal use or professional applications, this course equips you with the skills to create clear, meaningful, and aesthetically pleasing data presentations that support data-driven decision-making.

* Learners should have an internet-enabled laptop with Microsoft Excel version 2016 or later preinstalled and comfortable with performing multiple tasks on Excel when attending this course.

Earn A Professional Certificate in Data Analytics in 4 Days!

Aventis' Professional Certificate in Data Analytics series aims to provide beginners with a comprehensive understanding of the 4 pillars of data analytics: data management, data analysis, data visualisation, and data storytelling.

Complete these 4 courses and earn your Professional Certificate:

1. A Beginners Guide to Data Management and Data Reporting
2. Introduction to Data Analysis: Mining Data for Insights
3. Introduction to Data Visualisation: Presenting Insights from Data
4. Introduction to Data Storytelling: Presenting Narratives from Data

Upon completion of the course, learners will be able to:

• Create compelling and professional data visualizations using Excel.
• Develop interactive dashboards that clearly communicate insights and support decision-making.
• Apply structured approaches to the data lifecycle, including extraction, transformation, and visualization.
• Evaluate visual design choices critically and implement best practices to enhance clarity and impact.
• Understand and utilize advanced chart types and interactive tools to enhance data presentation.

• Professionals and individuals interested in gaining foundational skills in data visualization.
• Beginners from any industry or job function who want to enhance their ability to present data effectively.
• Students and aspiring analysts eager to learn how to use data visualization tools like Excel for analytics and reporting.

"Mr Gary Goh is very patient and always around to assist those who needed help."

"Very patient and knowledgeable, able to break things down. Very approachable."

"Good and clear delivery, patient with questions and has a depth of knowledge."

Gary Goh – Expert in Data Analysis and Visualization

Gary Goh is a seasoned data analyst with a proven track record of working in leading software and biotechnology companies. As a CPE-registered adjunct lecturer, he has taught and examined courses from diploma to postgraduate levels across multiple private education institutions. Gary’s academic background includes an MBA in Finance, a BSc in Finance, and a Specialist Diploma in Big Data Analytics. He also holds professional certifications such as the Microsoft Professional Program for Data Science and the Advanced Certificate in Training and Assessment (ACTA).

Gary is a passionate lifelong learner, currently pursuing a Master of Science in Analytics from Georgia Tech, one of the top-ranking universities in the world for computer science. His expertise lies in data storytelling, SQL, Python, Tableau, Power BI, and exploratory data analysis (EDA). Gary’s engaging teaching style and hands-on approach make him a sought-after trainer in data visualization and analytics.