Sessions
Discover the next sessions of our open program in open data management below. Click on the session you are interested in to obtain its full calendar.
About
Open Government Data (OGD) refers to data produced or collected by public institutions and made freely accessible. Making these datasets available promotes transparency, fosters innovation, and strengthens citizen engagement. By unlocking the value of this data, public administrations, businesses, and citizens can develop more effective services and create new economic and social opportunities.
This two-day short course is designed to equip participants from the public sector (municipalities, cantons, federal institutions) with the knowledge and skills needed for public data management and Open Government Data (OGD).
The course focuses on:
- The motivation behind and strategic role of data for the public sector in Switzerland
- Best practices in data management and open data publication
- Use cases and initiatives in Switzerland, with a focus on practical applications and real-world examples
This short course is fully funded for staff of public administrations (municipalities, cantons, federal institutions) and can also be attended online if needed.
Learning objectives
- Describe the strategic role, explain the legal framework, and summarize the fundamental principles of Open Government Data.
- Apply best practices in the management and publication of Open Government Data in various contexts.
- Analyze concrete use cases and assess the key success factors related to the management and valorization of Open Government Data.
Target audience
- Public sector employees involved in the management or publication of data
- Project managers and data specialists seeking to apply best practices in Open Data
- Public innovation professionals engaged in digital transformation projects
Program
This short program open data management was built for professionals seeking to learn about fundamental concepts and then practice them trough practical exercises. There is a strong emphasis on practical application supported by academic excellence, with the use of exercises and break-out groups, industry examples and guest speakers. The fundamental notions will be presented beforehand, then supplemented and illustrated by numerous practical exercises based on real cases .
This approach will allow the participants to deploy the concepts presented during the course as well as forging a strong analytical mindset to tackle future challenges they might face on .
Modalities
admission criteria
MotivationWe offer quality programs accessible to all professionals who have decided to develop new skills.
ParticipationThis short program requires your presence and participation
study rulesPayment terms
Price: 1 500 CHFAll expenses related to continuing education are, except in exceptional cases, tax deductible .
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