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CDLF – Data Literacy Certification Program
A foundational certification for developing practical data literacy: understanding, interpreting, communicating, and responsibly using data.
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Individual learners and corporate teams are both welcome to participate.
Comprehensive Curriculum
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CDLF helps learners build confidence with data in everyday life and the workplace.
Course Syllabus
Click on each lesson to view the learning objectives, core skills, and course description.
Data overview
Lesson 1 · 2 hours
What you will learn
- What is data
Skills you will acquire
Classification of data
Lesson 2 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Data Classified by Structure
- Data Classified by Nature
- Data Classified by Measurement Scale
- Data Classified by Source
- Data Classified by Time Dimension
- Data Classified by Purpose
- Data Classified by Scale
- Classify The Data According To All Attributes
Skills you will acquire
Personal Data, Corporate Data, Public Data
Lesson 3 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Personal Data
- Corporate Data
- Public Data
- Data Collaboration and Integration
- Data Ethics and Compliance
Skills you will acquire
Realization of the Value of Data
Lesson 4 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Typical Data Value Realization Scenarios
- DIKW Model
- DRAC Model
- Differences Between the DIKW and DRAC Models
Skills you will acquire
Challenges in Digital Transformation
Lesson 5 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Is Data More Important than Algorithms?
- Data Management as the Foundation of Digital Transformation
- What Is Digital Transformation?
- Technical Challenges
- Business Challenges
- Digitalization vs. Informatization
Skills you will acquire
Introduction to Data Literacy
Lesson 6 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- What Is Data Literacy?
- Components of Data Literacy
- Core Competencies of Data Literacy
- Typical Application Scenarios
- Levels of Data Literacy
- How to Improve Data Literacy
Skills you will acquire
Data Collection
Lesson 7 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Tools and Data Sources
- Collection Principles
- Collection Methods
- Case Studies
- Collection Challenges
Skills you will acquire
Data Processing
Lesson 8 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Data Processing Workflow
- Data Cleansing
- Data Transformation
- Data Integration
- Data Preprocessing Techniques
Skills you will acquire
Data Annotation
Lesson 9 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Overview of Data Annotation
- Annotation Methodologies
- Text Annotation
- Image Annotation
- Audio Annotation
- Video Annotation
- Annotation Tools & Platforms
- Quality Control
- Future Trends
Skills you will acquire
Data Applications
Lesson 10 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- How Data Creates Value
- Industry Applications of Data
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Data in Artificial Intelligence
- Data Analytics & Visualization
- Data-Driven Innovation
Skills you will acquire
Introduction to Metadata
Lesson 11 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Origin and Definition of Metadata
- Metadata Classification
- Functions of Metadata
- Metadata Sources
- Evolution of Metadata
- Metadata Management & Governance
Skills you will acquire
Introduction to Master Data
Lesson 12 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Definition of Master Data
- Importance of Master Data
- Characteristics of Master Data
- Master Data Management (MDM)
- Application Scenarios
- Master Data Lifecycle
- Common Master Data Domains
Skills you will acquire
Data Quality Management
Lesson 13 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Data Quality Concepts
- Data Quality Dimensions
- Data Quality Issue Analysis
- Quality Assessment
- Quality Improvement
- Quality Monitoring
- Continuous Improvement Mechanisms
Skills you will acquire
Data Management Maturity Assessment
Lesson 14 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Overview of Maturity Models
- Data Management Maturity Assessment Models
- Assessment Dimensions
- DCMM (Data Management Capability Maturity Model)
Skills you will acquire
Who is the Chief Data Officer?
Lesson 15 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Definition and Development of a Chief Data Officer
- Role Positioning of a Chief Data Officer
- Core Responsibilities of a Chief Data Officer
- Core Skills of a Chief Data Officer
- Collaboration between a Chief Data Officer and Other Senior Executives
- Challenges and Opportunities for Chief Data Officers
- Are You a Suitable Candidate for the Position of Chief Data Officer?
Skills you will acquire
Data Elements Theory
Lesson 16 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- International experts and publications on data assets
- the proposal and policy background of data elements
- the definition and core characteristics of data elements
Skills you will acquire
Data Ownership
Lesson 17 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Who Owns The Data?
- A Brief Overview of Data Ownership In Various Countries
- Safeguarding Personal Data Sovereignty
- Corporate Data Ownership Management and Value Discovery
- Exploring Public Data Ownership and Citizen Sharing
- Cross-border Data Flows Sparking Disputes Over Data Sovereignty
- Some International Theories and Laws Regarding Data Ownership
Skills you will acquire
Data Value Assessment
Lesson 18 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- The Evaluation of Data Value Is A Major Challenge
- Core Dimensions of Data Value Assessment
- Data Value Assessment Methods
- Misconceptions in Data Value Assessment
- Methods for Realizing the Value of Personal Data
Skills you will acquire
Data Resource Asset Inclusion in Financial Statements
Lesson 19 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- What is Data Resource Asset Inclusion in Financial Statements
- The Importance of Data Resource Asset Inclusion in Financial Statements
- The General Process of Including Data Resource Assets in Financial Statements
- Who Is Suitable To Undertake This Task?
- Challenges and Opportunities of Data Assetization
Skills you will acquire
Data Trading
Lesson 20 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Why Engage In Data Trading?
- The Development History and Current Status of Data Trading
- Data Trading Market and Platform
- Which Types of Data Are Permissible For Trading
- Operational Mechanism of the Data Trading Market
- Security Assurance in Data Transactions: Privacy and Protection
- The Legal Boundaries of Data Trading
- Innovation and Future of Data Trading
- Cases of Data Transactions
Skills you will acquire
Data broker
Lesson 21 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- The Definition and Connotation of a Data Brokers
- The Current Development Status of Data Brokers
- Classification and Business Models of Data Brokers
- Value Creation and Impact of the Data Broker Industry
- Challenges and Responses in the Data Broker Industry
- Future Trends and Development Prospects of Data Brokers
Skills you will acquire
Global Business Expansion and Cross-border Data Transfer
Lesson 22 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Enterprise Expansion Abroad in the Wave of Globalization
- Cross-border Data under the Context of Enterprise Internationalization
- Challenges and Opportunities of Cross-Border Data
- Data Sovereignty
- Data Compliance Practices Involved in Cross-Border Data
- Data Security Protection Technology
- Cross-border Data Cases
Skills you will acquire
Data Security Laws and Regulations
Lesson 23 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Why Laws and Regulations Related To Data Security Are Needed
- Core Provisions That Data Security Laws and Regulations Should Contain
- Overview of Global Data Security Laws and Regulations
- Comparative Analysis of Data Security Laws and Regulations in Different Regions Worldwide
- Compliance with and Enforcement of Data Security Laws and Regulations
Skills you will acquire
Data Security and Data Compliance
Lesson 24 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- What Is Data Security?
- 18 Data Security Capabilities That Organizations Should Have
Skills you will acquire
Privacy Protection
Lesson 25 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- What is Privacy Protection
- The Necessity of Privacy Protection
- Common Scenarios and Risks of Privacy Leaks
- How Individuals Can Protect Their Privacy
- The Privacy Responsibilities of Businesses and Organizations.
Skills you will acquire
Classification and Grading of Data
Lesson 26 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- What Is Data Classification and Grading?
- Why Is Data Classification and Grading Necessary?
- Data Classification Methods
- Data Grading Methods
- Implementation Steps of Data Classification and Grading
- Common Misconceptions and Solutions in Data Classification and Grading
- Application Scenarios of Data Classification and Categorization
- Practical Cases of Data Classification and Categorization
- Future Trends in Data Classification and Categorization
Skills you will acquire
Public Data Licensing and Operations
Lesson 27 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Why Is The Authorized Operation of Public Data Being Addressed Now?
- What Is Public Data Licensing and Management
- The Significance of Public Data Authorization and Operation
- Operational Model and Mechanism
- Challenges Faced and Responses
- Practical Cases and Experience Sharing
- Future Development Trends and Prospects
Skills you will acquire
Organizational Structure and Accountability Mechanisms for Data Management
Lesson 28 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Overview of the Organizational Structure for Data Management
- Data Governance Committee
- Data Management Specialist
- Data Management Department and Responsibilities
- Establishment of An Accountability Mechanism
- Industry Case
Skills you will acquire
Data Warehouse and Data Lake
Lesson 29 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Basic Concepts
- What Is a Data Warehouse
- What Is a Data Lake
- The Relationship Between Data Warehouses and Data Lakes
- Trend 1: Cloud Computing Platform
- Trend 2: Integration of Lakes and Warehouses
Skills you will acquire
Data Middle Platform and Data Space
Lesson 30 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Overview of the Data Middle Platform
- Overview of Data Space
- Technical Architecture of Data Space
- The Relationship and Differences Between Data Spaces and Data Middle Platforms
Skills you will acquire
Data and Artificial Intelligence
Lesson 31 · 2 hours
What will you learn
- Knowledge Review
- An Introduction to the Intelligent World
- How Artificial Intelligence Affects Our Work
- Data is the foundation of AI
- AI Is a 'Value-Adding Tool' For Data
- Challenges of Data and Artificial Intelligence
Skills you will acquire
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