Foundations in Data:
Turning Insights into Success

Data is the raw material of the future, but it alone does not make for success.

Key facts

Degree:

Certificate

Study type:

Part-time

Start:

exp. September 2025

ECTS:

3 points

Duration:

4 weeks

Language:

German, Course material: English

Admission:

Bachelor, Master, Diploma or vocational training with at least 2 years of professional experience

Costs:

2.000 € p. p.

Find out which program suits you best – in a personal, non-binding information session with the Scheer School. Flexible, practical, future-oriented.

Why this certificate?

In this certificate, you will learn how to collect, process and analyze the right data and turn it into valuable insights that lead directly to business decisions. You will acquire the ability to visualize data with modern tools and interpret it in such a way that you can make well-founded, strategic decisions. You will also understand how to prepare data for machine learning so that you can extract the full value from your information. By the end, you will be able to use data as a strategic asset and integrate it directly into your company’s decision-making.

What can you expect?

  • Blended learning, which gives you the freedom to work on the theory in self-study while applying your newly acquired skills in practice.
  • Intensive examination of data visualization tools in order to translate the collected data into meaningful and strategically relevant insights.
  • Direct handling of your company’s data through the “Bring Your Own Data” concept, in which you analyze real data and integrate it directly into your business processes.

What will you learn with us?

  • How you not only collect data, but also process it in such a way that you can use it to make informed and strategic decisions.
  • Evaluate data quality and reliability to ensure that your analyses are based on a solid foundation.
  • Understanding the end-to-end data lifecycle – from collection to interpretation and business use.

Who is the certificate for?

  • Young professionals who want to expand their skills in the field of data-driven decision-making.
  • Specialists in middle management who have to make strategic decisions based on data.
  • Managers who recognize the potential of data in the company and want to actively use it for digital transformation.

What makes this certificate special?

  • Practical orientation at the highest level: You work directly with your company’s data and apply what you have learned immediately.
  • Interdisciplinary expertise: You will gain a comprehensive insight into the world of data analysis and visualization – from a practical and scientific perspective.
  • Holistic understanding: You master the entire process – from collecting and preparing data to analyzing and strategically using it.

Sample Schedule

TimeLocationContent
Monday
09:00 - 15:00
On siteKick-Off

Welcome round,
Introduction to our learning world,
Interactive workshop session,
First competence analysis
Tuesday
09:00 - 15:00
On siteImpulse lecture,
Interactive Workshop Session
Wednesday
flexible timing
OnlineIndependent work with the help of
video elements
Thursday
flexible timing
OnlineIndependent work with the help of
video elements
Friday
flexible timing
OnlineJournaling & reflection
TimeLocationContent
Monday
17:00 - 19:00
OnlineKeynote speech,
Setting of general weekly
learning goals,
Journaling: Personal
goal setting & planning,
skills analysis
Tuesday
flexible timing
OnlineIndependent work with the help of
video elements
Wednesday
flexible timing
OnlineIndependent work with the help of
video elements
Thursday
17:00 - 19:00
OnlineInteractive workshop session,
Independent work with the help of
literature and video elements
Friday
flexible timing
OnlinePossibility of exchanging ideas
with a teaching assistant,
Journaling & Reflection
TimeLocationContent
Monday
17:00 - 19:00
OnlineKeynote speech,
Setting of general weekly
learning goals,
Journaling: Personal
goal setting & planning
Tuesday
flexible timing
OnlineIndependent work with the help of
video elements
Wednesday
flexible timing
OnlineIndependent work with the help of
video elements
Thursday
17:00 - 19:00
OnlineInteractive workshop session,
Independent work with the help of
literature and video elements
Friday
flexible timing
OnlinePossibility of exchange
with a teaching assistant,
Journaling & Reflection
TimeLocationContent
Monday
17:00 - 19:00
OnlineKeynote speech,
Setting of general weekly
learning goals,
Journaling: Personal
goal setting & planning
Tuesday
flexible timing
OnlineIndependent work with the help of
video elements
Wednesday
flexible timing
OnlinePossibility of exchange
with a teaching assistant,
Journaling & Reflection
Thursday
17:00 - 19:00
OnlineInteractive workshop session,
Independent work with the help of
literature and video elements
Friday
09:00 - 15:00
On siteClosing Session

Review,
Interactive workshop session,
Presentations & feedback to the
boards of our industry partners,
Journaling & Reflexion

Notice: Due to public holidays, there might be deviations from the sample schedule.

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