Data Visualization and Mapping Tools for Accountants

Friday, December 13, 2024
Webcast or Webinar, Online
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (opens at 1:30 PM) EST
2Credits
Technical Business

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Course Type: Webcast
Course Code: 24/CX46729
Level: Overview
Vendor: CPA Crossings, LLC
Field of Study: Information Technology

Overview:

The course provides a concise overview of more than 200 data visualization tools which can be used by accountants to enhance the visual appeal of their financial work. All resources are easy-to-use web-based applications that require virtually no artistic or design skill - simply drag and drop, point and click, cut and paste, and/or edit text. You'll discover how to create new image content in a snap to better inform, persuade, and inspire action. Participants will walk away with a whole new creative toolkit and skillset that cuts through data clutter, improves analysis and sharpens decision-making. This event may be a rebroadcast of a live event and the instructor will be available to answer your questions during the event.

Objectives:

After attending this presentation you will be able to...

  • Identify at least 15 technology forces and human factors that are driving growth in visual business communications
  • Distinguish at least 6 Microsoft Office visual app plug-ins that can be used to create dynamic dashboards and charts in Excel
  • Indicate at least 4 broadcasting platforms that can be used to deliver live streams, meetings, and video presentations for free
  • Recognize at least 6 infographic template services that allow practitioners to create an easy-to-understand overview of a topic using a collection of imagery, charts and minimal text
  • Recall at least 4 online charting apps that instantly create different types of charts including column, bar, line, area, gauge, and other visuals.

Major Topics:

The major topics covered in this class include:

  • The new visually rich and post-literate world
  • Business case for data visualizations
  • Freely usable and stock imagery, animated GIFs, emojis, infographics, animations, logos, interactive images, word clouds
  • Excel Analytics Apps, Excel Dashboard Tips, PowerPoint Templates
  • Location Intelligence and Maps, sonification, synthetic media, leading software review portals
  • Video-conferencing and live broadcasting, screen and webcam recording, online presentation platforms
  • Image Editors, video apps, motion graphics and special effects, video creators, 3D design and simulation, data viz tutorials, design talent marketplaces
  • Mind maps, visual resumes, diagrams, charts, timelines, digital flipbooks, information dashboards

Major Topics:

The major topics covered in this class include:

  • The new visually rich and post-literate world
  • Business case for data visualizations
  • Freely usable and stock imagery, animated GIFs, emojis, infographics, animations, logos, interactive images, word clouds
  • Excel Analytics Apps, Excel Dashboard Tips, PowerPoint Templates
  • Location Intelligence and Maps, sonification, synthetic media, leading software review portals
  • Video-conferencing and live broadcasting, screen and webcam recording, online presentation platforms
  • Image Editors, video apps, motion graphics and special effects, video creators, 3D design and simulation, data viz tutorials, design talent marketplaces
  • Mind maps, visual resumes, diagrams, charts, timelines, digital flipbooks, information dashboards

Designed For:

Practitioners who want a basic, non-technical understanding of leading online data visualization applications, and how these tools can be used to improve the visual appeal, understandability, credibility and shareability of their financial communications.

Prerequisites:

None