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DATA PRACTITIONER PROGRAMS

These courses have been developed by the World Bank Group Data Academy under the Office of the Chief Statistician

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  E-Learning | Digital Transformation | For Government Officials
  This course explores how to create high-quality, standards-based metadata that improves data discoverability, supports reuse, and ensures readiness for AI applications.
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  E-Learning | Digital Transformation | For Government Officials
  This course provides a clear understanding of how Citizen Data drives decision-making and contributes to building more transparent and responsive communities.
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  E-Learning | Digital Transformation | For Government Officials
  This course introduces the fundamentals of data visualization, emphasizing its critical role in effective communication. Participants will learn how to select the most suitable visualization types for various data sets and communication goals, applying best practices to create clear and impactful visuals.
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  E-Learning | Digital Transformation | For Government Officials
  This course is designed to teach research assistants and analysts best practices for reproducible research. Participants will learn how to implement transparent and reproducible workflows, to effectively code in a team environment, and to keep personal data secure throughout the lifecycle of a research project.
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  E-Learning | Digital Transformation | For Government Officials
  This non-technical Practitioner Training Course is designed to get newcomers up to speed quickly on using mobile phone meta-data for real-world decision-making. It demystifies what the data can (and can’t) do, highlights proven policy applications, and walks participants through the practical steps needed to get started.
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  E-Learning | Digital Transformation | For Government Officials
  This training program is designed for technical stakeholders involved in creating or expanding the use of mobile phone data for Policy in their country context. Participants are expected to include statisticians, data analysts, data engineers, data scientists and technical project managers. The course will deliver hands-on knowledge on MPD pipelines, data processing workflows and methods to produce robust policy and statistical MPD products.
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  E-Learning | Digital Transformation | For Government Officials
  This course provides a comprehensive introduction to gender data and their critical role in shaping policies that expand women's access to jobs and economic opportunity. Participants will explore what gender data are, why they matter, and how to assess and address gaps at each stage of the data lifecycle.