Data Governance

Schedule

• Foundation of Data Governance
  • Thursday, April 24, 2025: 4pm to 8pm
     
• Foundation of Data Governance
  • Friday, April 25, 2025: 4pm to 8pm
     
• Technical Foundations of Data Governance
  • Saturday, April 26, 2025: 4pm to 8pm
     
• Technical Foundations of Data Governance
  • Sunday, April 27, 2025: 4pm to 8pm
     
• Trends in Data Governance
  • Monday, May 5, 2025: 4pm to 8pm
     
• Data Governance from a point of view of the Private Sector
  • Tuesday, May 6, 2025: 4pm to 8pm
     
• Data Governance from a point of view of the Public Sector
  • Wednesday, May 7, 2025: 4pm to 8pm

Target group

• Experts who are interested in the potential of data governance: The online course is aimed at professionals who want to learn how to understand the potential of data governance and put it into practice.
• Top or mid-level managers from technical and non-technical areas: The online course Data Governance is also suitable for managers and executives who want to make better decisions about their data and ensure that the potential use of data for the organization is implemented effectively and efficiently.
• IT professionals who work with data and Data Analysts: IT professionals who work with data and data analytics can deepen their knowledge and understanding of how data governance can help them do their jobs more effectively.
• Managers of data-driven projects: Managers of data-driven projects will find the Data Governance online course particularly helpful. They can learn how to set up the structures and processes that will help them make better use of data in their projects. This will lead to more successful outcomes for their team and their company.
• Business Analysts: Business analysts can use the data governance framework to understand how data is used in an organization and the role it plays. In addition, business analysts can use it to help with requirements gathering and to ensure that data is used effectively in compliance with certain guidelines.
• IT architects and data managers who want to build a Big Data architecture: In this course, you will learn how to use data governance to plan, design, and implement a successful Big Data architecture. You'll also learn how to implement your data management in a way that keeps it efficient and effective over the long term.
• CIOs, Chief Data Officers, Data Scientists and Data Stewards: For these positions, data governance is particularly helpful because the concept gives them better control over the data their organization produces. With better control over the data, they can make more informed decisions about how to use the data, which leads to better outcomes for their company.
• Anyone who wants to learn and understand the importance of data governance and how to manage and organize data.

Participants should have at least 3 years of working experience and a good command of English (as this is the language of instruction).

Certificate

After completing the Data Governance program, you will receive a certificate from the WU Executive Academy.

Do I need to have prior experience with data governance to take this course?

No, you do not need any prior knowledge of data governance. The course is designed for people who want to learn about the potential of data governance and how they can put it into practice with the help of comprehensive data management.

Is the Data Governance online course suitable for managers and executives?

Yes, the Data Governance online course is especially suited for managers and executives. Especially for those, who want to make better decisions about their data and use it efficiently.

I am an IT professional who works with data and data analysis. Will this course be helpful for me?

Yes, the Data Governance online course is very helpful for IT professionals who work with data and data analytics. The course deepens your knowledge and understanding of how data governance can help you do your job more effectively and how to stay in control of your data.

What does a data governance manager do?

A data governance manager is responsible for ensuring that data is properly managed and controlled within an organization. They are responsible for developing and implementing a data strategy and overseeing the day-to-day operation of the governance program. They are also responsible for educating employees on data governance practices and ensuring that data is provided in a secure and compliant manner.

Why is data governance important?

Data governance is of significant relevance to any company or organization as it helps to ensure that data is processed correctly and consistently across all departments. It also helps to improve communication and collaboration between teams, which can lead to greater efficiency and better decision-making. Finally, data governance can particularly help to protect against data breaches and other security threats within an organization.

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