Training on Data Manipulation with SPSS and Visualization with Power BI
Course Overview
This intensive 10-day training provides a complete, hands-on experience in managing, analyzing, and visualizing data using SPSS and Power BI. Participants will learn how to import, clean, transform, and analyze complex datasets in SPSS and translate them into dynamic visualizations and reports using Power BI. The course focuses on improving data literacy and storytelling with data, empowering professionals to make evidence-based decisions and effectively communicate analytical results.
By combining statistical rigor with modern visualization tools, the course bridges the gap between data analysis and decision-making—ideal for researchers, development professionals, and business analysts seeking to strengthen their analytical and reporting capabilities.
Duration
10 Days
Who Should Attend
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Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) professionals
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Data analysts, researchers, and statisticians
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Program managers and reporting officers
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Business intelligence and performance management teams
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Anyone responsible for data-driven reporting and decision-making
Course Impact
Organizational Impact
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Enhanced capacity for accurate and timely data reporting
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Data-driven culture promoting evidence-based decision-making
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Improved efficiency in data processing and visualization
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Stronger communication of program and business performance metrics
Individual Impact
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Advanced data handling and statistical analysis proficiency
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Ability to design insightful dashboards for reporting
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Confidence in using SPSS and Power BI for integrated data workflows
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Improved storytelling and presentation of analytical insights
Course Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will be able to:
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Collect, clean, and manage data using SPSS efficiently.
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Conduct descriptive and inferential statistical analyses.
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Integrate and visualize SPSS data using Power BI.
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Design interactive dashboards and automate reporting.
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Present data findings effectively for strategic decisions.
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Data Management and SPSS Environment
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Understanding data management concepts and workflows
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Navigating the SPSS interface and defining data structures
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Importing, exporting, and organizing datasets from multiple sources
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Case Study: Setting up an SPSS database for a multi-country project
Module 2: Data Cleaning and Transformation Techniques
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Detecting and managing missing, duplicate, or inconsistent data
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Data transformation: recoding, computing, and labeling variables
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Ensuring data accuracy and validity for analysis
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Case Study: Cleaning a survey dataset for accurate reporting
Module 3: Descriptive and Inferential Data Analysis in SPSS
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Generating descriptive statistics and frequency distributions
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Conducting cross-tabulations, correlations, and regression analysis
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Interpreting and summarizing analytical outputs
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Case Study: Statistical analysis of program outcomes
Module 4: Advanced Statistical Techniques and Outputs
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Using factor analysis, ANOVA, and chi-square tests
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Creating tables, charts, and syntax automation in SPSS
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Exporting results for visualization and presentation
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Case Study: Evaluating program impact using inferential methods
Module 5: Introduction to Power BI for Data Visualization
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Overview of Power BI architecture and capabilities
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Connecting Power BI to SPSS outputs and other data sources
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Data modeling, cleaning, and transformations in Power Query
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Case Study: Linking SPSS datasets to Power BI for real-time insights
Module 6: Building Interactive Dashboards in Power BI
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Designing visualizations: charts, maps, KPIs, and cards
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Building drill-down dashboards for detailed analysis
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Best practices for dashboard design and usability
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Case Study: Creating a performance dashboard for donor reporting
Module 7: Using DAX and Advanced Analytics in Power BI
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Introduction to DAX functions and calculated measures
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Applying filters, relationships, and dynamic metrics
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Performing trend and comparative analyses
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Case Study: Developing dynamic indicators for M&E dashboards
Module 8: Integrating SPSS and Power BI for Automated Reporting
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Exporting analyzed SPSS data into Power BI for visualization
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Creating automated pipelines for data updates
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Generating real-time reports and alerts
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Case Study: Streamlining project monitoring with automated updates
Module 9: Data Governance and Reporting Standards
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Ensuring data accuracy, consistency, and confidentiality
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Reporting ethics and compliance with data standards
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Communicating insights effectively to decision-makers
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Case Study: Applying data governance best practices in reporting
Module 10: Capstone Project and Presentation
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Developing an end-to-end project using SPSS and Power BI
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Presenting findings through visual storytelling
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Peer review and group feedback session
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Case Study: Designing a full reporting dashboard for a field dataset
Prerequisites
Course Administration and Investment
Whether you join us in a physical boardroom or through our virtual campus, we’ve designed every administrative detail for a seamless, professional experience.
Our fees are all inclusive during course hours.
- Covered: High level tuition, comprehensive materials (digital + physical), mid morning and afternoon refreshments, a full executive lunch, and any scheduled study visits or site tours.
- Not covered: Travel, visa fees, medical/travel insurance, personal expenses, and accommodation.
From registration to the classroom, we keep things clear and efficient.
- Registration: Find your preferred schedule, click “Register,” complete the form, and submit. Need help? Talk to us directly.
- Pre Course Assessment: After registering, you’ll receive a diagnostic survey to help facilitators tailor content to your needs.
- Joining Instructions: Once fees are paid, you’ll receive a Delegate Welcome Pack at least 7 days before the start date (venue maps, virtual access links, and pre reading materials).
We provide premium environments optimized for adult learning and networking.
- Physical Venues: Premium 4 star and 5 star executive boardrooms across our global host cities, with high tier catering.
- Virtual Instructor Led Training (VILT): High definition, interactive platforms featuring breakout rooms, digital whiteboards, and live technical support.
- NITA and Regulatory Compliance: Administrative processes align with national training authorities.
You’ll leave with tools that extend the course value far beyond the final day.
- ForElite Learner Kit: A physical or digital course manual, proprietary templates, and a curated toolkit of industry standard SOPs.
- On Site / In App Support: Dedicated course coordinators handle technical, dietary, or logistical inquiries in real time.
We validate your commitment to excellence with internationally recognized credentials.
- Attendance Tracking: Rigorous daily logging to meet corporate and regulatory accreditation requirements.
- Verifiable Credentials: Upon successful completion, you receive a certificate of course completion.
Our relationship with you doesn’t end when the course closes.
- Feedback & ROI Reporting: Detailed post course evaluations to give sponsors clear insight into training impact.
- Alumni Network Access: Every delegate joins the ForElite Alumni Network for ongoing peer to peer learning and exclusive webinars.
When is the next intake?
UpdatedWe offer customized training solutions tailored to your organization's specific needs (location, dates, content and team size).
Talk to us and we’ll guide you on the best schedule and format for your team.
Training Methodology
We turn knowledge into results. Using our P.E.A.K. Framework (Prepare, Engage, Apply, Know), every participant leaves with practical skills they can use immediately.
Proven Impact
In the last 12 months, over 1,200 professionals have applied the P.E.A.K. Framework to reduce onboarding time by an average of 30% and accelerate project delivery across 14 industries.
The outcome: Participants don’t just learn. They gain the tools, confidence, and strategy to drive measurable impact.
Tailor-Made Training and Customization
Off-the-shelf solutions rarely fit perfectly. At ForElite Training Institute, we built our Tailor-Made Training (TMT) service to embed our expertise directly into your unique strategy, culture, and operations.
We replace generic examples with scenarios from your sector (e.g., public sector, NGOs, financial services, or logistics).
Choose a format that fits your operations: intensive 3 day bootcamps or weekly sessions that minimize work disruption.
We teach directly from your actual templates, brand guidelines, or financial reports.
Host your bespoke training in any of our 21+ global cities, or we'll send facilitators to your office anywhere in the world.
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