INSTITUTE OF CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANTS OF KENYA
(Established under the Accountants Act, Laws of Kenya)
DATA ANALYTICS, DATA PRIVACY & REPORT WRITING WORKSHOP
Theme: Embracing Data Driven Decision Making for Organizational Excellence
DATE: 14th – 16th February 2024
TIME: 9: 00 am – 3: 30 pm
VENUE: Radisson Blu Hotel, Upper Hill Nairobi
Introduction and Overview
Data analysis involves the procedures of determining the value of data and converting it into useful organized information for decision making. Data mining, statistical analysis, business analytics, descriptive and predictive analysis, and big data analytics are all part of it.
In today’s competitive and dynamic market, firms are under pressure to increase shareholder value. To do this, it is critical that acquired data be processed quickly and that any insights be implemented as soon as possible. It is claimed that data is the new oil, and a lack of this essential focus on data analytics may be more costly as game-changing insights may be missed, resulting in unpleasant opportunity costs. Data analysis enables better decision-making.
Any serious organization hoping to survive the constantly changing commercial and operational settings must then proceed and equip itself with suitable data tools and skills. This course will attempt to shed light on both, putting power in the hands of any business model that is open to the data story.
A keen focus on data and its analytics has brought to the fore data privacy as a key area of concern. Organizations are currently battling lawsuits by data subjects who feel their privacy has been violated through unauthorized access and sharing of their information. This has been strengthened by coming into force of the Data Privacy Act. It is therefore imperative for organizations to understand the Act, map out potential risks and institute plans for mitigating against the same.
Effective report writing is fundamental in aiding teams and organizations to arrive at key decisions backed with the much needed information. Easy as it may seem, many professionals struggle with this aspect which eventually hinders the way they communicate in the organization. The workshop will delve into fundamentals of report writing and how professionals can hone their skills in producing quality reports. The following areas will be covered:
- Data Analysis: Introduction to Data Analysis, Big Data, Data Types, Data Collection Methods
- Big Data Analytics: Tools, Techniques and Approaches to Efficient Data Management.
- Data Summarization – Introduction to Pivot Tables, Automating Reports, Report Comprehension and Smart Presentation
- Data Visualization and Reporting – Using Conditional Formatting; Charting types and use cases; Single Cell Sparklines
- Overview of the Data Privacy Act
- Identification and Mitigation of Data Security Risks
- Developing and Implementing Data Security and Privacy Plans
- Auditing Data Privacy and Security Compliance
- Fundamentals of Effective Report Writing
- How to write impactful and value adding reports
TARGET AUDIENCE
This course is designed for ALL professionals who desire to boost their data analysis and report writing skills. Whether you’re looking to advance your career, pivot into a new field, or simply acquire new skills, this course provides a comprehensive guide to basic data analysis tasks and techniques that are applicable across a wide range of industry data.
CONTINUOUS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT UNITS
Members of ICPAK and those from other reciprocating professional bodies will earn 20 CPD units upon successfully attending all conference sessions.
FINANCIAL COMMITMENT:
| Category | Charges |
| Associate Members | KShs 40,000 per Delegate |
| Full Members | KShs. 45,000 per Delegate |
| Non-Member | KShs. 50,000 per Delegate |
Note: Delegates are required to make their own travel and accommodation arrangements. Seminar charges cater for training fee, training materials, certificate and meals during the event.
ONLINE BOOKING:
We call on Conference participants to note that booking is available only online at www.icpak.com/events.
Delegates are reminded to note that online booking for training sessions is MANDATORY. This is available either online at www.icpak.com/events or on the ICPAK Live – A smart phone-based application that is available from google store.
NATIONAL INDUSTRIAL TRAINING AUTHORITY (NITA) REIMBURSEMENT:
The Institute is registered as a trainer with the National Industrial Training Authority. The Institute’s registration number is DIT/TRN/47. Participants who are registered levy contributors should apply to NITA for reimbursement of their fees. Please note that this is applicable for Kenyan citizens only and subject to NITA regulations. Remember that to qualify you should apply to NITA for approval prior to the date of the conference. Further details can be obtained from their website (www.nita.go.ke)
Further requests can be channeled to us via telephone calls on +254 719 074 100, or via email to Brenda Imali at brenda.imali@icpak.com, or with a copy to memberservices@icpak.com.
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