Introduction to Data Visualization

The University of North Texas is excited to offer a  non-credit microcredential in Data Visualization that is industry-endorsed and designed for anyone who needs to quickly add data visualization basics to their professional skill set. This self-paced, video-driven professional development experience can be completed in just 3-4 hours and is delivered 100% online. No prior qualifications required!

Through this microcredential, endorsed by Toyota Financial Services, students will develop key skills including:

• Matching the appropriate chart type for the insight being communicated.
• Incorporating visual perception techniques into charts and slides to help audiences know where to look and avoid cognitive overload.
• Recognizing when to apply different visualization techniques depending on the business situation, audience, and whether information, insights, or a point of view are needed.

Individuals with data visualization skills are in demand in most top industries, including finance, healthcare, education, and marketing.

If you’re looking for a more comprehensive data analytics credential, UNT also offers a variety of stackable for-credit options including 100% online microcourses, certificates, and degrees

Contact UNT PDX at microcredentials@unt.edu

or

940.369.7363 if you have any questions or need additional information. 

Frequently Asked Questions

• What makes this program unique compared to other data visualization courses?
• This program is industry-preferred and career-relevant, providing students with up-to-date data techniques and high-utility software. The program is endorsed by Toyota.

• How long does it take to complete the program?
• The program is designed to be completed in 3-4 hours, allowing students to quickly upskill in data visualization.

• What is the cost of this program?
• The program costs $50, making it an affordable option for students seeking to enhance their career prospects.

• What are the delivery options for this program?
• All courses in this program are offered online, making it convenient for students to complete at their own pace.

• What is the typical student profile for this program?
• This program is suitable for anyone who wants to add data visualization basics to advance their career skillset, but may not be able to commit to a certificate or degree program yet

• Can this non-credit microcredential be applied towards a for-credit certificate or degree?
• While this microcredential doesn’t currently count toward a formal academic program of study, UNT has a wide-range of stackable, 100% online microcourses, certificates, and degrees

• What kind of support services are available to students in the program?
• Although there are no direct academic support services available, students can contact the UNT PDX microcredentials@unt.edu or 940.369.7363 with any administrative questions.