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BUSINESS SKILLS TRAININGS

FOR DATA SCIENTISTS AND ANALYTICS TRANSLATORS

Data science projects often fail because of a disconnect between data scientists and business.

To address this, I have developed soft skills training and master classes for data scientists, as well as non-technical data science foundations courses for analytics translators. 

These courses are based on a combination of theory, best practice and years of industry experience, and have been used to train staff from dozens of companies around the world, including at the University of Amsterdam Business School,

Open-Enrollment Training

Analytics Translator Training

This training covers the basic knowledge and skills required for roles that bridge the gap between the business and highly technical data science functions.  This training is appropriate for analytics translators and managers who work with data scientists.

Business Skills for Data Scientists

Designed for analytics professionals to help with communicating analytic insights to non-analysts, managing expectations with stakeholders, building trust while running projects, and navigating the intricacies of larger corporate environments.

On-site Training

For on-site training, I offer a selection of diverse training modules which we together customize to provide the right fit for the responsibilities and experience levels of your participants.  Some modules cover business skills for technical staff; some provide data science background for business staff. More information is available on the on-site and bespoke training page.

Participant Feedback

“His style is clear, engaging and accessible, and his materials remain a valuable reference for my day-to-day work. I highly recommend his trainings – especially for early stage professionals who will find great use in the guidance provided by his extensive experience.”
 
“David gave great insight in how this is applied to a project and your work
 
“Through his masterclasses, David has provided me with great insight into the technical and non-technical challenges a data scientist faces. Lessons learned about data opportunities as well as their pitfalls within organisations, in particular, have positively shaped the way I approach data projects. “
 
“The soft skill lessons are fun and useful and a nice switch from the hard skill lessons”
 
“David has great lecturing skills. He kept my attention the whole day with a mix of examples, small jokes and assignments. Great mix!
 
David Stephenson is able to really motivate everyone to use as many statistics as possible with his inspiring energy. He was able to keep the information simple but still talk about all the important points, so that everyone could follow. Also he made it very interactive by using examples and jokes.
 
“I really like the calm and clear style of the lecturer, he does a great job bringing across the message and does a very good job in keeping you engaged”
 
“Awesome”

FOUNDATIONS
(3 half-day sessions per stream)

CORE
(3 half-day sessions)

ADVANCED
(2 half-day sessions)

DATA SCIENTISTS

Delivering Value as an Analyst

Soft Skills for Data Scientists

 

Storytelling with Data

 

Identifying Business Opportunities

ANALYTICS TRANSLATORS

Introduction to Practical Statistics

Basic Concepts in Machine Learning

Data Science Project Delivery

Stakeholder Management in Data Science