COURSE 3: DECISIONS, DECISIONS: DASHBOARDS AND REPORTS

Module 4: Present Business Intelligence Insights

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INTRODUCTION – Present Business Intelligence Insights

In this comprehensive course, participants will navigate the critical aspects of effective stakeholder presentations and strategies for sharing BI dashboards with clients. The curriculum takes a deep dive into the art and science of presenting complex data insights to stakeholders in a compelling and accessible manner. Participants will explore strategies for tailoring presentations to different audiences, ensuring that the information conveyed resonates with clarity and impact.

Building on this foundation, the course shifts its focus to preparing participants for success in the Business Intelligence (BI) interview process. Learners will engage in refining their professional portfolios, updating resumes, and honing interview techniques that effectively showcase their skills to recruiters and hiring managers. Practical exercises and insights provided throughout the course will empower participants to navigate the competitive landscape of BI job interviews with confidence and proficiency.

Moreover, the course goes beyond the technical aspects of BI skills, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and presentation abilities. Participants will gain valuable insights into articulating their BI expertise, not only through technical discussions but also by effectively conveying the business value and impact of their work. As participants explore stakeholder presentations and prepare for the BI interview process, they will emerge well-equipped to excel in both technical proficiency and interpersonal communication, enhancing their prospects for success in the dynamic field of Business Intelligence.

Learning Objectives

  • Communicate with stakeholders about data insights to drive business decisions and goals.
  • Practice putting dashboard insights into a presentation for stakeholders to give regular updates or answer specific questions and make forecasts.
  • Prepare a resume to demonstrate relevant business intelligence experience and skills
  • Distill insights from monitored data.
  • Communicating the purpose and consequences of data insights.
  • Utilize clear and effective presentation skills.
  • Prepare a portfolio to demonstrate business intelligence skills.
  • Practice interview techniques for a business intelligence role.

QUIZ: MODULE 4 CHALLENGE

1. Which of the following pieces of information are typically included in a business intelligence presentation to stakeholders? Select all that apply.

  • A question-and-answer session
  • Clarifications of minor details
  • Information about stakeholder needs (CORRECT)
  • Updates on project status (CORRECT)

2. Speaking in clear, concise, and accessible language is one of four presentation and communication best practices. What are the other three? Select all that apply.

  • Use industry jargon, such as abbreviations, to save your audience time.
  • Prioritize the most relevant information. (CORRECT)
  • Engage your audience by taking the time to understand their point of view. (CORRECT)
  • Describe how you addressed a concern previously raised by stakeholders. (CORRECT)

3. What are the benefits of sharing low-fidelity mockups with stakeholders early on in the design process? Select all that apply.

  • To discuss the fine details of each chart or graph
  • To give stakeholders a clear idea of your design intentions (CORRECT)
  • If necessary, to move in a new direction before investing time in an actual dashboard (CORRECT)
  • To get important feedback (CORRECT)

4. Fill in the blank: If you are interested in business intelligence jobs in any industry, keep your criteria _____ during your job search by searching for “entry-level business intelligence” positions.

  • Specific
  • narrow
  • rigid
  • general (CORRECT)

5. Which of the following pieces of information should you include when sharing your portfolio? Select all that apply.

  • Private data from previous employers
  • Your thought process (CORRECT)
  • What you might do differently in the future (CORRECT)
  • The work you performed (CORRECT)

6. Which of the following strategies are interview best practices? Select all that apply.

  • Share information primarily about your people skills.
  • Answer the interviewer’s questions descriptively. (CORRECT)
  • Be prepared with questions to ask the interviewer. (CORRECT)
  • Speak with a friendly but professional tone. (CORRECT)

7. A business intelligence presentation might take which of the following formats? Select all that apply.

  • Text message
  • Phone call (CORRECT)
  • Email (CORRECT)
  • Meeting (CORRECT)

8. What job titles are most common in entry-level business intelligence jobs? Select all that apply.

  • Business intelligence director
  • Business intelligence analyst (CORRECT)
  • Junior business intelligence analyst (CORRECT)
  • Assistant business intelligence analyst (CORRECT)

9. Fill in the blank: A well-rounded portfolio can include projects you worked on in non-data industries, enabling you to demonstrate your _____.

  • responses to interview questions
  • transferable skills (CORRECT)
  • job search techniques
  • recommendation letters

10. Fill in the blank: During a virtual interview, it is important to _____.

  • take control of the interview
  • maintain an informal demeanor
  • refrain from asking questions
  • dress appropriately (CORRECT)

11. Describing how you addressed a concern previously raised by stakeholders is one of four presentations and communication best practices. What are the other three? Select all that apply.

  • Use industry jargon, such as abbreviations, to save your audience time.
  • Engage your audience by taking the time to understand their point of view. (CORRECT)
  • Speak in clear, concise, and accessible language. (CORRECT)
  • Prioritize the most relevant information. (CORRECT)

12. Fill in the blank: When sharing your_____, the sketches are intended to give stakeholders a clear idea of your design intentions.

  • iterations
  • functional dashboard
  • slide decks
  • low-fidelity mockups (CORRECT)

13. Fill in the blank: If you are interested in working in a particular industry, _____ your criteria during your job search. Otherwise, search for “entry-level business intelligence” positions.

  • change
  • delete
  • narrow (CORRECT)
  • widen

14. At what point in the process should a business intelligence professional confirm the format in which business intelligence presentations will be conducted?

  • At the end, once all deadlines have been met
  • Toward the end, once project scope is solidified
  • About halfway through, after verifying project scope and deadlines
  • Early, when verifying project scope and deadlines (CORRECT)

15. What is shared with stakeholders in order to provide them with a clear idea of your dashboard design intentions?

  • Low-fidelity mockups (CORRECT)
  • Functional dashboard
  • Slide decks
  • Iterations

16. What are the benefits of having a portfolio to share during an interview? Select all that apply.

  • Avoid the time and effort involved in writing a biography.
  • Demonstrate your transferable skills. (CORRECT)
  • Showcase your work. (CORRECT)
  • Demonstrate your data-industry skills. (CORRECT)

17. Fill in the blank: When answering interview questions, it is beneficial to prioritize the _____ details about your professional background.

  • thorough
  • recent
  • relevant (CORRECT)
  • entertaining

18. Prioritizing the most relevant information is one of four presentation and communication best practices. What are the other three? Select all that apply.

  • Use industry jargon, such as abbreviations, to save your audience time.
  • Speak in clear, concise, and accessible language. (CORRECT)
  • Engage your audience by taking the time to understand their point of view. (CORRECT)
  • Describe how you addressed a concern previously raised by stakeholders. (CORRECT)

CONCLUSION – Present Business Intelligence Insights

In conclusion, this comprehensive course has offered a multifaceted exploration into the intricate world of Business Intelligence (BI), extending beyond technical proficiency to encompass crucial elements of effective communication and professional presentation. Participants have delved into the art of stakeholder presentations, gaining insights into strategies for sharing BI dashboards with clients in a manner that ensures clarity, impact, and resonance.

As the course transitions to preparing participants for the BI interview process, learners have honed essential skills in refining their portfolios, updating resumes, and practicing interview techniques. The emphasis on effective communication has been a pivotal component, enabling participants to not only showcase their technical skills but also articulate the business value and impact of their BI expertise to recruiters and hiring managers.

Armed with a well-rounded skill set that combines technical acumen with effective communication strategies, participants are well-prepared to navigate the dynamic landscape of BI job interviews. The course’s holistic approach ensures that learners not only possess the requisite technical skills but can also convey the broader significance of their work, enhancing their prospects for success in securing and thriving in roles within the dynamic and ever-evolving field of Business Intelligence.

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