How can you use data to make evidence-informed decisions? Learn the purpose of data analysis as well as a range of analytical techniques and applications. In addition to this, you will also gain an understanding of how to effectively present data to persuade and inform.
“What I learned will influence how I present data in future, especially using graphs and 'picto charts' most appropriately (not to overuse or misuse). I will be able to more effectively "tell a story with data" about what is truly happening; and am better equipped to assist decision makers to make better informed and more transparent decisions.”
Janetta
Department for Innovation and Skills
“Mark is so enthusiastic he makes a potentially dry topic enjoyable and interesting. It is great to be able to draw on the expertise of such an individual.”
Ceris
PIRSA
“I felt the explanations of the theoretical side was then applied to practical examples. This very much helped my learning of the material and illustrated the application of this knowledge in how it could be used in a real-life setting.”
Peter
South Australia Police
“My presentation and explanation of my data tables will be much improved.”
DHS
GRANTS SA
“I believe many people would get great benefit in undertaking this course. It is great for data people (those who analyse data in their work), but I believe it would also be useful to managers/decision makers in improving their understanding of how data analysis is done and where it comes from.”
Peter
South Australia Police
formerly Manage Budgets and Financial Plans
Are you a non-finance person working with financial reports, budgets or liaising with finance staff? Learn the fundamental elements of developing, contributing to, and managing budgets within the government budgeting framework. By the end of this course, you will feel confident in your ability to manage your budget and work with departmental finance teams and processes.
This course is part of the Fundamental Skills of Management Series (online). Register for the full series and save up to 15% on the full price of each course.
Read MoreAs well as expert input and resource manuals for future reference, here is an opportunity to work with colleagues across the public sector who are all tackling the same big challenges across 4 units:
"Mark's public sector experience coupled with private world provides great context in his delivery of courses.”
Marc
PIRSA
“The course has given me an understanding of terminology used, processes managed by Finance and the important factors I need to consider when dealing with budget management.”
Betty
Department for Education
“I now have the appropriate knowledge to effectively manage my assigned budget and how to assess if a budget variation is cause for concern.”
Janine
DHW
“Think would be useful for all employees to undertake to gather further financial literacy.”
Marc
PIRSA
“Great environment for learning, the course was pitched for all financial knowledge levels with group participation encouraged.”
Janine
DHW
“Mark is a very skillful presenter who has extensive and relevant knowledge and was able to transmit it in a practical and entertaining way. Mark involved the group in discussions, and there was a good mix of exercises, group work and presentations across the two days. I added a lot to my own knowledge and in particular gained skills in how to apply the learning to my work. Overall it was high energy and insightful. Really enjoyed the training.”
Gabrielle
Department of Human Services
This course is part of the Fundamental Skills of Management Series (online). Register for the full series and save up to 15% on the full price of each course.
Read MoreAs well as expert input and resource manuals for future reference, here is an opportunity to work with colleagues across the public sector who are all tackling the same big challenges across 4 units:
“Presented in an interesting forum with relevant examples and tailored to a public sector environment using real time problems and examples, truly appreciated.”
Jayne
NALHN
“The course has provided with me with fantastic tools and strategies to manage projects more effectively and efficiently and provide easy updates to others as required.”
Sheree
SA Health, SAAS
““[When I get back to work] I'll be better able to prepare and manage tasks and projects by being better informed of the planning processes required.”
Simon
The SACE Board of South Australia
The presenter (Mark) provided some very useful examples based on his experience in the field and the folder with all the information is a very valuable resource. The diversity of worksites and experiences amongst the group also made for very interesting learning.”
Catherine
Department for Education
“Planning, structuring, content was great. Mark was fantastic; very knowledgeable.”
Simon
The SACE Board of South Australia
“My mindset around how I do projects was the big take away. At the moment I'm doing projects here and there in addition to my current work (non-project). This course helped identify how to take a project mindset, as opposed to a 'process'.”
Scott
Department of Planning, Transport and Infrastructure
No organisation can do everything or be all things to all people. Strategy setting involves making choices about what an organisation will do and what it will not do. Strategies provide clear guidance about how an organisation will change and how its limited resources will be deployed. Strategic thinking is essential for all leaders and is necessary to create smart strategies and identify improvements. This course is ideal for those who are ready to take the lead in the workplace and advance their strategic thinking.
This course is part of the Fundamental Skills of Management Series (online). Register for the full series and save up to 15% on the full price of each course.
Read MoreAs well as expert input and resource manuals for future reference, here is an opportunity to work with colleagues across the public sector who are all tackling the same big challenges across 4 units:
“Mark was one of the best trainers I have had in a very long time. I like how he has split this course over the two days - it really helped bed down the information and concepts. Nothing went over my head in technicality and I really liked the examples he used as they were all very relate-able.”
Ketrah
RAH Research Fund
“Regardless of people's current experience, everyone would gain some new understanding from this course and the way it's presented. “
Jo
Department of Human Services
“This course exceeded my expectations. I wasn't exactly sure what to expect but came away armed with a lot of new techniques to try.”
Ketrah
RAH Research Fund
I gained an understanding that all skills can be learned and that strategic thinking is actually very logical and easy to follow, not mysterious and complex. The trainer was brilliant at getting the concepts across and had an excellent understanding of the topic.”
Jo
Department of Human Services
“The facilitator delivered the course to the highest standard giving sound and relative context and examples which brought more meaning to the learning.”
Paula
Office for Cyber Security DPC, SA Government
