Data Analytics refers to the process of analyzing data to draw out useful insights relating to a certain topic or question. Data Analytics focuses more on how the insights generated from the data can answer questions or inform solutions to a certain problem. Public Data Analytics is the use of methods and processes of Data Analytics on Public Data to inform inclusive, relevant, participatory, and efficient public sector decision-making.
The OCDex Public Data Analytics (PDA) course is co-designed by multiple stakeholders from the academe, local governments, and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), to equip subnational government offices and CSOs with the key competencies required to draft a data strategy and data implementation plan tailor-fit to their organization’s requirements and capacity.
This online self-paced version gives learners the flexibility to complete the course at their own pace (10 weeks).
Know more about the Public Data Analytics Course: https://www.ocdex.tech/pda_course
Target learners:
Subnational government offices, ideally regular employees from the following departments:
Information Technology (IT)
Planning and Development Office
Local Legislation
Member of the Finance Committee
Other departments as needed by the office
Civil Society Organizations (CSOs)
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to:
Define key concepts related to data mining and analytics;
Identify key organizational roles, skills, and resources required for harnessing public data and administrative data to inform decision-making;
Identify data tools to collect, process, analyze, and present data, and which of these best fit organizational capacity and priorities;
Identify key best practices to securely and ethically collect, process, and present data;
Visualize datasets into graphs that answer key organizational questions and requirements.
Course Outputs:
A data strategy document for the learner’s organization, fit to their requirements, capacity, and priorities.
A roadmap and corresponding implementation plan to complement the data strategy.
A basic cybersecurity Incident Response Plan (IRP)
Certificate Issued:
Please note that you will NOT get a certified trainer certification after taking this course. Certified trainers have a completely different training course. If you are interested in being a certified trainer, you may directly e-mail learning@layertechlab.com.
Upon completion of this online course, the participant will be issued a ‘Certificate of Completion’ of the online PDA course under their name, with a unique tracking number and a verifiable record.
Acknowledging Partners, Reviewers, and Contributors to the PDA Course:
Layertech Labs and partners frequently update this course to keep the contents, recommended tools, and readings updated and relevant. This course has been updated on: March 13, 2025.
Curriculum
- 10 Sections
- 27 Lessons
- 10 Weeks
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- IntroductionBefore starting the PDA course and e-workshop, kindly read the course description and reminders. This section will give you an overview of the course activities, how to pass the modules and generate certificates, and how to use the course materials should you plan to share your learning with your organization.4
- Module 1: Introduction to Public Data AnalyticsThis module covers key concepts and practical examples of Public Data Analytics.4
- Module 2: Data Maturity Assessment and PlanningThis module walks you through the elements of data infrastructure and how to assess the data maturity of your organization.4
- Module 3: Data Mapping and Quality AssessmentThis module gives an overview of databases, and statistical versus non-statistical data. It will walk you through mapping your organization's data sources and assessment of its data quality.4
- Module 4: Data Processing and VisualizationThis module discusses different data visualization techniques and interpretations. This module walks you through creating your data dashboard.4
- Module 5: Security Best Practices and Incident ResponseThis module covers topics on cybersecurity, data privacy, and incident response. This module walks you through creating your organizational incident response and cybersecurity plan.4
- Module 6A: Special Module for Local Government Units (LGU)This module is created under a grant, specifically for the Philippine LGUs. This module covers use cases, policies, and programs relevant to local government units in the Philippines.3
- Module 6B: Special Module for Civil Society Organizations (CSO)Special Module for CSOs. This module focuses on use cases, supporting policies, and instruments for Civil Society Organizations.3
- Final Certification QuizAs a final requirement before generating your certificate, you need to pass this 10-item certification quiz. You need to score 70% or above to pass. You only have 10 tries to pass the quiz.2
- Credits2
