Analyze Data: Powerful Metrics that Matter
Overview
In today’s data-driven world, finance leaders must go beyond simply reporting numbers—they need to turn data into meaningful insights that drive action. This course is designed to help you focus on the metrics that truly impact business performance. You will learn how to build a strategic measurement framework, design precise performance indicators, and analyze data that influences decisions at all levels. From aligning KPIs with business goals to mastering data analytics tools like regression, time series analysis, and Monte Carlo simulation, this course provides both foundational and advanced knowledge. You will also explore how to manage Big Data and use insights to add value across the organization. By the end, you’ll have the confidence and tools to lead with impactful metrics, turning data into strategic influence, not just dashboards.
Learning Objectives:
After completing this course, you will be able to:
- Identify the key components of an effective planning, budgeting, and reporting framework
- Distinguish between key performance indicators (KPIs) and key result indicators (KRIs)
- Select appropriate measures based on influence, impact, and alignment with business goals
- Recognize the seven Vs of Big Data and their implications for finance leaders
- Interpret the output of time series, regression, and risk analysis techniques
This course includes practical exercises, mentor insights, and scenario-based questions to reinforce learning and ensure participants can apply key concepts in real-world finance leadership situations. Upon successful completion, participants will receive a CPD-accredited certificate.
Lessons:
Lesson 1: Build a Measurement Mindset
Kick off your strategic leadership journey by learning how to define and align the right metrics—linking planning, budgeting, and reporting to real business outcomes and performance impact.
Lesson 2: Design KPIs that Drive Results
This teaches you how to design high-impact KPIs that align with strategy, drive action, and support smarter decision-making—using a proven six-step framework and real-world case studies.
Lesson 3: Analyze Data for Strategic Insight
You’ll learn how to turn data into insight and impact—using advanced analysis techniques, Big Data fundamentals, and storytelling to drive smarter, evidence-based decisions.
Additional Information
CPE Credits / CPD Hours: 2
Field of Study: Finance
No prerequisite knowledge is required to be successful in this course.
No advance preparation is required. The primary purpose of this module is to address any deficiencies in this CFO competency compared to your peer group. So, you might find it helpful to have first taken the CFO competency framework to determine your existing skill level before starting the module.
Program Level: Basic
Delivery Method: QAS Self Study
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