Building a Data Team and Capability
Organisations hire analysts and then wonder why nothing changes. This course covers structuring a data function, prioritising demand and building the relationships that make analysis get used.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Why hiring analysts alone changes nothing
- 02Structuring a data function: central, embedded or hybrid
- 03Roles, skills and what each actually requires
- 04Prioritising requests and saying no usefully
- 05Building the relationships that get analysis used
- 06Standards, tooling and documentation without bureaucracy
- 07Measuring and demonstrating the value delivered
What you will gain
- Structure a data function against the demand it faces
- Define roles and the skills each actually needs
- Prioritise analysis requests against value
- Build relationships that get analysis used
- Establish standards without slowing the team
- Measure the value the function delivers
Who should attend
- Heads of data and analytics
- Managers building analytical teams
- Senior analysts moving into leadership
- Executives sponsoring data capability
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 3 Nov 2026 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 23 to 24 Nov 2026 | Dubai | 2 Days | US$1,100 | |
| 7 to 8 Dec 2026 | Pretoria | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 11 to 12 Jan 2027 | Durban | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 8 to 9 Feb 2027 | Cape Town | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 20 to 21 Apr 2027 | Johannesburg | 2 Days | R10,000 | |
| 28 to 29 Jun 2027 | London | 2 Days | US$1,100 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
Enquire about this course
Register your team or ask for a tailored in-house quote. We reply within one working day.
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- R10,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 2 Days
- Field
- Data & Analytics
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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