How to Create a Data Academy

Creating a data academy is a transformative step toward building a data-driven culture within your organization. By defining its scope, engaging learners, and tailoring programs to meet diverse needs, learning and development leaders can empower employees with the skills needed to harness data effectively. Without a clear strategy, however, ensuring sustained participation and demonstrating ROI can be challenging.

In this presentation, Emily Hayward, Transformation Team Manager at Financial Conduct Authority, will share a step-by-step guide to creating a successful data academy. You’ll learn how to define the scope and audience for your academy, design custom learning programs to suit different learner groups, and implement strategies to keep participants engaged. Emily will also explore how to measure ROI and celebrate learner achievements, ensuring your academy delivers value across the organization. This session is ideal for learning and development leaders looking to enhance data literacy and drive business success through education.