Program description
What are the four drivers of the Data Storytelling and Visualization micro-certificate’s approach?
Data storytelling
Bring numbers to life
Communication fluency
Develop clear data presentation skills
Data confidence
Feel empowered presenting insights
Cross-functional value
Bridge departments through clear insights
How this program will prepare you:
- Build interactive dashboards with business intelligence tools
- Learn to present insights to technical and non-technical audiences
- Support decisions by informing your strategic choices with visual narratives
- Optimize your processes by streamlining organizational data reporting
- Bridge cross-functional teams through clear data stories
How you'll feel more equipped:
- Confidently present complex data to any audience
- Be empowered to transform your numbers into compelling narratives
- Receive credible skills backed by recognized Microsoft certification
- Be strategic and influence key business decisions
- Become valued as the go-to data communication expert
About the Data Storytelling and Visualization program
In today’s competitive job market and data-driven economy, the ability to communicate insights clearly through data storytelling is essential. This two-course micro-credential is designed to meet the growing demand across industries for professionals who can translate complex data into actionable insights.
The purpose of the program is to bridge the critical gap between data analysis and communication—ensuring that learners can not only interpret data but also convey it effectively to diverse partners. As data continues to proliferate across all sectors, organizations need skilled individuals who can inform decision-making with compelling visual narratives and reports.
The program equips recent graduates and working professionals with hands-on experience using Microsoft Power BI, a leading tool in data visualization and business intelligence. Beginning with foundational concepts in data storytelling, visualization and communication, learners then advance to building interactive dashboards, applying design best practices, and tailoring data presentations to different audiences. Through an applied, project-based learning model, participants develop a portfolio of industry-relevant work that demonstrates job-ready skills in high demand.
This program is especially timely as employers increasingly seek data-literate professionals who can support cross-functional teams, communicate with clarity, and make data meaningful. It represents a strategic response to urgent labour market needs. The program directly supports provincial workforce development priorities by enabling rapid upskilling for in-demand digital roles, supporting lifelong learning and career mobility, and addressing digital skill gaps in the existing workforce.
This program prepares learners for the Microsoft Power Bi Analyst Associate certificate.
Program highlights
The University of Victoria is one of Canada's leading universities, recognized for preparing students for careers in a wide range of disciplines. Upon successful completion of this program you will receive a micro-certificate
This program is designed for completion in one or two terms.
This program is highly applied—blending essential theory with real-world, hands-on experience through a project-based learning model. You’ll build practical skills in data visualization and reporting using widely used tools such as Microsoft Power BI.
Courses taken through this program can be transferable to other ceritficates and micro-credentials.
Both courses in this program are required in the Data Analytics for Management Science diploma and the Data Analytics certificate. It is also a course option in the Business Intelligence and Data Analytics micro-certificate program.