My Mastery Journey Timeline
- 1. Sara FullerDecember 17, 2017 Source: https://www.scyllatechnologies.com/Busin ess-Intelligence
- 2. BRAINSTORMING REFLECTION The brainstorming assignment from Week 3 confirmed that the Business Intelligence program is a perfect fit for not only my career development but also my passion. I am convinced that I will be more marketable with my current employer because of the skills and qualifications that I will gain from each course. The SWOT Analysis gave me a visual concept of the areas where I need improvement in order to be more successful. Additionally, the SWOT analysis motivated me to evaluate current threats and opportunities which I can use as resources to make myself marketable in my chosen industry.Source: https://www.business2community.com/strategy /brainstorming-brainstorming-best-practices- 01475660 2
- 3. 1. MASTERY: PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT & LEADERSHIP MDL501 Source: https://www.goodreads. com/book/show/13589182-mastery Goals: With the completion of this course, I will learn about the mastery journey of recognized leaders and the various strategies that can be used to attain mastery. I will learn about how to evaluate what my true passion is and how to follow a path to obtain mastery in that industry. Lastly, I will create a Mastery Journal that I can use to provide continuous motivation and inspiration and I will network with fellow masters in my field of interest through the use of online networking tools. Strategies: • I will rely upon my Mastery Journal as a source of continuous motivation. • I will refer back to information found in the book Mastery, by Robert Greene. • I will become more proficient at time management by utilizing my eCalendar and reminder function. Resources Greene, R. (2012). Mastery. England: Viking Penguin. 3
- 4. 2. FOUNDATIONS OF BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE BIN520 Goals: In this course I will be introduced to business process analysis. I will learn how business intelligence systems function as well as business intelligence technologies including data warehouses, data marts and reporting functions. This course will enhance my Mastery Journey by learning how to incorporate a business intelligence system within a project management environment. Strategies: • Learn about business intelligence systems functionality. • Learn the correlation and relationship between business intelligence systems and project management. • Apply this knowledge to my professional development. Resources: What is Business Intelligence? (Lynda.com) Into to Business Intelligence Tutorial (Lynda.com) Source: https://www.webopedia.com /TERM/D/data.html 4
- 5. 3. ENTERPRISE DATA MANAGEMENT BIN530 Goals: In this course I will be familiarized with enterprise and management information systems. I will learn about security issues that are a threat to data management systems specifically cloud computing, social media and mobile devices. Also within this course, I receive my Capstone project case that will develop throughout my remaining courses of my Mastery Journey. Strategies: • Read and research about how various companies management their data. • Learn the effects of cloud computing, mobile device applications and social media on enterprise data.Source: http://areus.hu/wp- content/uploads/ 2013/01/enterprise_data_integration. png Resources: Fundamentals of Data Management (Lynda.com) Understanding Data Privacy Tutorial (Lynda.com) 5
- 6. 4. BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE TECHNOLOGIES BIN550 Goals: This course is designed to teach me about the design of a data warehouse. There will be instruction about various types of data extraction including ETL (extract, transform, load), OLTP (online transactional processing and OLAP (online analytic processing). Also, I will learn about the use of data marts, data warehouses and data cubes and how they are used in the industry to assist business executives in making decisions. I will learn about different types of databases and I will be introduced to analytic tools commonly used to solve issues or make decisions. Strategies: • Research the various types of extraction methods. • Research how data warehouses have influenced a successful company. • Discover if there has been a time where data has not played a role in a decision making process. Resources: Understanding ETL (Lynda.com) Data Warehouses and Data Marts (Lynda.com) Source: https://stackoverflow.com/questions/2 1900185/what-are-oltp-and-olap- what-is-the-difference-between-them 6
- 7. 5. BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE ANALYTICS BIN560 Goals: This course will teach me how to use certain tools and resources to extract pertinent data. I will learn about the Bayesian Paradigm and Bayesian statistical methods as well as how to forecast and perform predictive analytics. Also, I will learn the importance of the business process analysis when planning projects. Strategies: • Research the Bayesian Paradigm using Lexis Nexus Academic. • Discover how predictive analytics and forecasting assist in the business decision making process. • Learn the steps of a complete analytics workflow. Source: Bayes Theory Formula Resources: Bayes Theorem (Lynda.com) Predictive Analytics Tutorial (Lynda.com) 7
- 8. 6. DATA MINING BIN580 Source: http://visualwebripper.com Goals: In this course, there are multiple objectives. One objective is to learn how to extract information from large data sets using data mining tools and techniques. I will become familiar with clustering, classification and association. Also, I will learn how to identify patterns that result from data mining and estimate the value of the information. Strategies: • Refresh myself on the use of pivot tables in Excel. • Learn how to use Tableau for reporting purposes. • Research and define clustering, classification and association with regards to business intelligence. Resources: Newing, R. (1996). Data mining. Management Accounting: Magazine For Chartered Management Accountants, 74(9), 34. Retrieved from http://web.a.ebscohost.com.oclc.fullsail.edu:81/ehost/detail/detail?vid=6&sid=1e41128f- 2ac84265985afb1b9cc5c891%40sessionmgr4007&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWhvc3QtbGl2ZQ%3d %3d#AN=9610242548&db=bth. 8
- 9. 7. PATTERNS & RECOGNITION BIN610 Goals: In conjunction with data mining techniques, this course will show me pattern recognition and how the patterns pertain to their associated data sources. Also, I will learn about the use algorithms in pattern recognition, search engines and RTA (real-time analysis). Voice recognition and image recognition will be explored and data mining tools will be applied on live data sets which coincide with my Capstone project. Strategies: • Research visual imagery process. • Learn about assigning classes to objects. • Learn about associations of data clusters. Source: http://www.hadoopsphere.com/2013 /05/anti-patterns-in-big-data- convergence.html Resources: Algorithms Tutorial (Lynda.com) 9
- 10. 8. PROCESS MODELING & ANALYSIS BIN620 Goals: In this course, I will learn about the Monte Carlo simulation, BPM (business process modeling), PSIM (process simulation modeling) and risk modeling. Decision support systems (DSS) and key performance indicators (KPI’s) will be discussed as they relate to process improvements and quality controls. Strategies: • Research the Monte Carlo simulation on web. • Keep a macro-perspective with regards to process improvements. • Discuss process modeling and analysis with key work contacts. http://productive- information.co.uk/homeprocess. php Resources: https://www.investopedia.com/terms/m/montecarlosimulation.asp Business Process Modeling Tutorial (Lynda.com) 10
- 11. 9. DATA VISUALIZATION & CREATIVE REPORTING BIN630 Goals: In this course I will learn how to creatively present data to a variety of audiences. I will discover the use of infographics and the elements of designing dashboards, user-interfaces and web-based reporting tools.. Also, I will evaluate the use of real-time and social network data as it relates to business intelligence. Strategies: • Research a variety of data reporting tools used by successful companies. • Maintain a progressive approach to reporting tools that are trending in the industry. • Interview work contact in our Command Center to discuss use of dashboards. 11 Source: https://www.datapine.com/blog/dash board-design-principles-and-best- practices/Resources: Creating a Dashboard in Excel (Lynda.com) Phillips, P., & Adams, D. (2016). Analytics, Dashboards and Data. Coatings World, 21(11), 24-25. Retrieved from http://web.a.ebscohost.com.oclc.fullsail.edu:81/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?vid=4 &sid=280c615a-1a7d-494a-8a47-1489fd448004%40sessionmgr4009.
- 12. 10. BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP & COMMUNICATION SKILLS BIN650 Goals: I will learn effective communication skills allowing me to deliver business intelligence data information to all members of an organization. Also, I will learn how to create presentations using multiple types of media sources. I will learn about vendor selection and legal issues that affect businesses from an operational perspective. Strategies: • Assess my areas of weaknesses. • Strengthen my Adobe Illustrator. • Research legal matters that involve business intelligence. 12 Source: https://www.istockphoto.com/v ector/presentation-icon-on- color-circle-background- pattern-gm545114116- 98135269 Resources: What is Adobe Illustrator? (Lynda.com)
- 13. 11. BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE CASE STUDIES BIN660 Goals: In this course, I will apply the concepts learned in my previous courses to case studies of real-world business issues. In doing so, I will utilize my critical thinking skills to create viable solutions to multi-faceted business problems. Additionally, I will practice performing interviews and virtual meetings/. Strategies: • Review key concepts and techniques from previous courses. • Review this presentation. • Research other case studies or business intelligence projects using EBSCOhost or other scholarly databases. 13 Source: https://thumb7.shutterstock.com/displ ay_pic_with_logo/436114/423392377/s tock-vector-case-study-stamp- 423392377.jpg Resources: Critical Thinking Tutorial (Lynda.com) EBSCOhost
- 14. 12. BUSINESS INTELLIGENCE CAPSTONE BIN680 Goals: During this course I will deliver my final thesis of the data warehouse I created as well as dashboard. I will demonstrate processes followed, techniques used and learning outcomes. Also, I will present this to colleagues using professional communication and critical thinking skills while including pertinent infographics. Strategies: • Research and review samples of Business Intelligence Capstone projects. • Seek motivation from my Mastery Journal. • Use interesting graphics to maintain audience’s attention. • Reference all previous coursework. 14 http://sthelensbaptist.co.uk/file s/2016/06/capstone-prog- feature.jpg Resources: Writing a Capstone Project (Academichelp.net) Capstone Simulation Tutorial (Capsim.com)
- 15. SIX INDUSTRY LEADERS Michael Tanner - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-tanner Robert Contino - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertcontino/ Rick Rogers - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rick-rogers/ Jennifer Houghton - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer- houghton Denna Bettini - https://www.linkedin.com/in/denna/ Kelsey Guetschow - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelseyguetschow/ 15 http://www.csosports.org/wp- content/uploads/2016/03/leader .png Resources: LinkedIn.com
- 16. GETTING INVOLVED There are many ways to become more involved and network with industry contacts. A few ways I am getting involved are by joining the Full Sail Business Intelligence Facebook group and making continuous new connections on LinkedIn. Additionally, I will consider joining professional groups after I complete my degree courses. Many of these professional groups offer additional certifications of interest such as Certified Project Management. Resources: International Institute of Business Analytics Full Sail BIMS Group Business Intelligence Professionals - LinkedIn.com Business Intelligence & Analytics Group - LinkedIn.com Sara Fuller – LinkedIn.com 16 https://amazonaws.com-Business- social-media-network--7907818.jpg
- 17. CHARACTERISTICS OF A MENTOR • The person mentoring is committed to the the growth of the person being mentored. • Mentor has the knowledge and skills and is considered successful in their industry or skillset. • Mentor demonstrates integrity, honesty and is respectful. • Mentor uses effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills. • Mentor exhibits encouragement to person being mentored. • Mentor has emotional intelligence. • Willing to communicate failures as well as successes to the mentored employee. Resources: Heathfield, 2017. Retrieved from https://www.thebalance.com/top-characteristics-of-a- successful-mentor- 1917831. 17
- 18. MASTERY JOURNEY SUMMARY Source: http://parryz.com/wp- content/uploads/2017/04/Beautiful-Life- Journey-Quotes-and-Quotations.jpg 18 After several years of contemplation, I decided to embark on my Mastery Journey. One inspiration is the quote above from Anthony Robbins. Robbins’ quote serves as one of my daily inspirations. It offered me a fresh perspective and reassured me of my capabilities. This class further developed my perspective through the use of Robert Greene’s book, Mastery, and his use historical examples of renown masters and their strategies through their Mastery journeys. This capstone has been an immense help in understanding what my courses’ objectives are and what to expect over the next 11 months. I am excited to have found the Full Sail Master of Business Intelligence degree program as it is a perfect fit for my personal and professional goals. I am committed to putting forth the necessary time and effort during my Mastery journey in order to be successful. “You get out of it what you put into to it” - Sara Fuller.
- 19. References Heathfield, S. M. (2017, October 11). Successful Mentors Have These 15 Characteristics. Retrieved December 16, 2017, from https://www.thebalance.com/top-characteristics-of-a-successful- mentor- 1917831. Newing, R. (1996). Data mining. Management Accounting: Magazine For Chartered Management Accountants, 74(9), 34. Retrieved from http://web.a.ebscohost.com.oclc.fullsail.edu:81/ehost/detail/detail?vid=6&sid=1e41128f-2ac8- 4265- 985afb1b9cc5c891%40sessionmgr4007&bdata=JnNpdGU9ZWhvc3QtbGl2ZQ%3d%3d#AN= 9610242548&db=bth. 19
- 20. 20 Phillips, P., & Adams, D. (2016). Analytics, Dashboards and Data. Coatings World, 21(11), 24- 25. Retrieved from http://web.a.ebscohost.com.oclc.fullsail.edu:81/ehost/pdfviewer/pdfviewer?vid=4&sid=280c615a- 1a7d-494a-8a47-1489fd448004%40sessionmgr4009. https://academichelp.net/academic-assignments/research-paper/write-capstone-project.html. http://www.capsim.com/simulations/capstone/. http://clipground.com/images/footprints-in-the-sand-clipart-15.jpg. https://www.fullsail.edu/degrees/business-intelligence-master/courses. https://www.scyllatechnologies.com/Business-Intelligence. http://parryz.com/45-popular-life-journey-quotes-and-sayings-you-have-to-read/beautiful-life- journey- quotes-and-quotations/. References