Data Science · Advanced level

Advanced level · Module 6: Data Science Capstone · Lesson 5 of 5

Presenting to Decision-Makers

Present the evidence and recommendations to programme directors and answer their questions.

In this lesson you will

  • Present a multi-method analysis to decision-makers
  • Handle challenging questions honestly

Key concepts

presentation structurevisual evidencehandling questionsreflection

The lesson

Present in the order decision-makers think: what we recommend, why, how sure we are and what it would take to be more sure.

Use a few strong visuals: the effect estimate with its interval, the needs map, the targeting error comparison.

Answer questions honestly, including 'we don't know'. Close with what you would do with more time or data.

Step by step

  1. Build a short slide deck.
  2. Rehearse with challenging questions.
  3. Present to 'programme directors'.
  4. Write a short reflection.

Practice activity

Complete milestone 5: the capstone presentation.

Expected result: A presentation that leads to a clear decision and handles questions well.

Check your understanding

  1. In what order should findings be presented to decision-makers?

    Show answer

    Recommendation, reasons, confidence and what would increase confidence.

  2. Is 'we don't know' an acceptable answer?

    Show answer

    Yes, when it is true — honesty builds trust.

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