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Data Storytelling for Executive Decisions

Present data with the context, narrative and visual clarity decision-makers need.

CSDesigned by Craskills Learning and Development Solutions
Contextual learningAdapted to participant roles
Hands-on practiceRelevant workplace situations
5 learning modulesClear, practical architecture
Offline / OnlineFlexible delivery options
CustomisableAligned to organisational goals
About this course

Built around the moments
that matter at work.

Present data with the context, narrative and visual clarity decision-makers need. This instructor-led course develops practical capability through guided demonstrations, relevant workplace cases, structured practice and an application plan. It can be contextualised for the participant group, industry and organisational priorities.

Designed for

Managers and functional leadersBusiness professionals across functionsProject and transformation teamsHigh-potential and emerging leaders
What you’ll learn

Capabilities you can
apply immediately.

01Identify the decision and audience
02Choose accurate visual forms
03Build a concise evidence storyline
04Handle uncertainty and executive questions
Course curriculum

A practical learning
architecture.

5 modules • Practical activities • Customisable delivery

01

Decision-first communication

Clarify audience, stakes, recommendation and evidence.

Guided learning • Practice • Workplace application
02

Visual selection

Match charts to comparison, trend, composition and relationship.

Guided learning • Practice • Workplace application
03

Narrative architecture

Sequence context, insight, implication and action.

Guided learning • Practice • Workplace application
04

Executive delivery

Simplify slides, explain uncertainty and respond to challenge.

Guided learning • Practice • Workplace application
05

Storyboarding the recommendation

Move from exploratory analysis to a purposeful executive sequence.

Guided learning • Practice • Workplace application
Learning experience

Less presentation.
More participation.

Participants work with relevant situations, guided practice, peer discussion, reflection and practical action planning.

01

Contextual cases

Scenarios and examples connected to participant roles and business reality.

02

Guided practice

Structured exercises that make new behaviours safer to try and easier to repeat.

03

Application tools

Frameworks, checklists, templates and action plans designed for use after the course.

Completion credential

Certificate
of participation.

Certificate available, subject to the agreed delivery design and participation requirements.

CRASKILLS.Certificate of
Participation
Delivery options

Right-sized for your
learning objective.

01

One-day foundation workshop

Instructor-led • Offline / Online • Customisable

02

Two-day applied practitioner lab

Instructor-led • Offline / Online • Customisable

03

Four-module capability journey

Instructor-led • Offline / Online • Customisable

04

Customised organisational academy

Instructor-led • Offline / Online • Customisable

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Frequently asked questions

Useful answers
before you begin.

Is this course suitable for beginners?

Yes. The learning design starts with clear foundations and is adapted to the participants’ existing experience and responsibilities.

Can this course be customised for our organisation?

Yes. Examples, activities, terminology, case situations, duration and outcomes can be contextualised for your industry and participant roles.

Can the course be delivered online and offline?

Available delivery modes for this course are Offline / Online. The final format is agreed around group size, location and learning objectives.

Will participants receive a certificate?

Certificate available. Any participation or completion requirements are confirmed in the agreed course proposal.

How can we request a proposal?

Use the enquiry button and share your audience, preferred dates, location, delivery mode and expected outcomes. The Craskills team will recommend an appropriate design.

— Let’s shape the right experience

Bring this course
to your people.

Share your audience, location, preferred duration, current challenges and expected outcomes.

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