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Professional training course · DMBI-035
Data Literacy for Managers
Managers are expected to make data-driven decisions, yet many lack confidence reading data, questioning analyses and communicating with data teams. Data literacy is now a…
- 5 daysClassroom
- 13Upcoming dates
- 8Cities
- £2,840Fees from
Course overview
Why Attend
Managers are expected to make data-driven decisions, yet many lack confidence reading data, questioning analyses and communicating with data teams. Data literacy is now a core management skill.
This LLMI course covers data concepts, reading charts and dashboards, basic statistics, critical thinking about data, asking good questions, working with analysts, data ethics and building a data-driven team culture. No technical background is required.
Course Objectives
Understand key data concepts
Read and interpret charts and dashboards
Apply basic statistical reasoning
Question data and analyses critically
Work effectively with data teams
Promote data-driven culture and ethics
Target Audience
Managers and team leaders
Senior professionals
Project managers
Department heads
Public sector managers
Non-technical professionals
Course Methodology
Interactive sessions
Chart interpretation exercises
Case studies
Group discussions
Action planning
Course outline
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1Day 1: Data Fundamentals
- What data is
- Data types
- Data life cycle
- Data quality
- Exercise: Data in your role
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2Day 2: Reading Data
- Charts and dashboards
- Misleading visuals
- Averages and variation
- Trends
- Exercise: Interpreting dashboards
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3Day 3: Thinking Critically
- Correlation and causation
- Bias
- Sampling
- Asking good questions
- Case study: Misleading analysis
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4Day 4: Working with Data Teams
- Framing questions
- Briefing analysts
- Evaluating results
- AI and analytics
- Role play: Briefing an analyst
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5Day 5: Data-Driven Culture
- Data ethics
- Privacy
- Team practices
- Personal development
- Capstone: Data action plan
Dates and fees
Questions
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Data Literacy for Managers course?
The course runs over 5 days of classroom training, usually Monday to Friday.
When is the next Data Literacy for Managers course?
The next public date is 14 - 18 Dec 2026 in London. There are 13 upcoming dates in total.
Where is this course held?
Upcoming sessions run in London, Istanbul, Cape Town, Barcelona, Rome, Munich, Amsterdam, Vienna.
How much does the course cost?
Fees start from £2,840 + VAT per delegate, depending on the city. Fees include tuition and course materials.
Do participants receive a certificate?
Yes. Delegates who complete the course receive a London Leadership Management Innovation certificate of completion.
Can this course be delivered in-house for our team?
Yes. LLMI can tailor and deliver this course privately for your organisation at your premises or in one of our training cities.
Course information last updated 14 November 2026.
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