Training on Data Visualization using Tableau
Master data visualization with Tableau. Create stunning interactive dashboards and uncover hidden insights from your data.
Next intake
20 Jul 2026 · Nakuru
Duration
5 days
Live instruction
Delivery
Physical + Virtual
Cohort based
Level
Intermediate
Working professionals
Certification
NITA reimbursable
For Kenyan cohorts
Language
English
All materials
About this programme
This 5-day course on Data Visualization using Tableau is designed to equip participants with the skills to transform raw data into interactive and insightful visualizations. Tableau is a leading data visualization tool, known for its ability to handle large datasets and create dynamic, shareable dashboards. Participants will learn how to connect to various data sources, perform data transformations, and develop compelling visualizations to support data-driven decision-making.
Course Duration
5 Days
Who Should Attend
- Data Analysts and Scientists
- Business Intelligence Professionals
- Project Managers and Team Leads
- Financial Analysts
- Marketing Analysts
- IT Professionals and Database Administrators
- Anyone interested in learning data visualization techniques
What you'll walk away with
By the end of this course, participants will be able to
- Understand the fundamentals of data visualization and its importance in data analysis.
- Learn to connect Tableau to different data sources and manage data connections.
- Develop proficiency in creating and customizing various types of visualizations.
- Design interactive dashboards for effective data presentation and decision-making.
- Apply advanced features of Tableau, such as calculated fields, parameters, and level of detail (LOD) expressions.
- Explore best practices for data visualization to ensure clarity and impact.
- Gain skills to publish and share Tableau workbooks and dashboards.
What we cover, module by module
Module 1: Introduction to Visualization and Tableau
- Data Visualization principles and best practices
- Overview of Business Intelligence tools
- Introduction to Tableau
- Tableau Architecture
- Tableau Server Architecture
- Understanding Tableau products and use cases
- Case Study: How data visualization improved executive decision-making
- Practical: Navigating Tableau interface and workspace
Module 2: Connecting to Data Sources and Preparing Data
- Types of data connections
- Connecting to spreadsheets, databases, and cloud sources
- Creating flows in Tableau Prep Builder
- Preparing data for analysis
- Joins and Unions
- Data Blending techniques
- Aggregation in Tableau
- Data quality and cleansing methods
- Case Study: Merging multiple datasets for management reporting
- Practical: Importing and preparing raw business data
Module 3: Visual Analytics and Calculations in Tableau
- Basic charts: Bar, Line, Pie, Scatterplots
- Hierarchies and data granularity
- Sorting, filtering, grouping, and sets
- Types of calculations in Tableau
- Built-in functions (Number, String, Date, Logical, Aggregate)
- Table Calculations
- Level of Detail (LOD) Calculations
- Parameters, tooltips, trend lines, and forecasting
- Case Study: Profitability and sales trend analysis using Tableau
- Practical: Building analytical dashboards with calculations
Module 4: Geographic Visualizations & Advanced Charts
- Geographic visualizations and maps
- Assigning geographical roles manually
- Spatial files and custom geocoding
- Polygon maps and web map services
- Advanced charts: Gantt, Waterfall, Pareto, Funnel, Bullet, Donut, Box Plot
- Clustering and advanced comparisons
- Case Study: Regional sales performance analysis using maps and charts
- Practical: Creating advanced visuals for business reporting
Module 5: Dashboards, Tableau Online & Capstone Project
- Building dashboards and stories
- Dashboard objects, layouts, and formatting
- Interactive dashboards with actions
- Designing dashboards for desktop and mobile devices
- Publishing workbooks to Tableau Online
- Managing permissions and data security
- AI-powered features: Ask Data and Explain Data
- Final end-to-end Tableau project presentation
- Case Study: Enterprise dashboard deployment for leadership teams
- Practical: Build and present a complete Tableau dashboard solution
Where the change lands
Organizational Impact
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Smarter decisions with clear, actionable insights.
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Faster analysis, less manual reporting.
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Data-driven culture boosts profitability and competitiveness.
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Consistent, reliable insights with Tableau.
Personal Impact
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Gain an in-demand, future-proof skill.
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Advance into leadership and BI roles.
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Drive business success with data insights.
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Lead and champion data-driven initiatives.
Dates and locations
Upcoming intakes
Every intake is limited to a small cohort. Booking closes when a date fills or three weeks before the start, whichever comes first.
| City | Starts | Ends | Delivery | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
NakuruNext | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kigali | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Accra | 20 Jul 2026 | 24 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Kisumu | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Johannesburg | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
Dakar | 27 Jul 2026 | 31 Jul 2026 | In-Person | Book |
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