| Raj Bhosale |
In the evolving landscape of data management in a Higher-Ed setting, the need for effective tools to enhance student retention strategies is paramount. This paper presents a comprehensive methodology for harnessing the capabilities of SAS® Data Integration Studio and SAS® Visual Analytics to develop actionable dashboards.
SAS® Data Integration Studio serves as the backbone of our data management framework. It allows for the extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL) of data from multiple sources, including academic records, student engagement metrics, and demographic information. This process ensures that the data used in retention analysis is clean, consistent, and comprehensive. By automating the ETL processes, institutions can streamline their data workflows, thereby enhancing the reliability of the insights generated.
On the visualization front, SAS® Visual Analytics plays a pivotal role in transforming the processed data into intuitive and interactive dashboards. These dashboards are designed to cater to various stakeholders within educational institutions, such as graduate program directors, department heads, and faculty members. They provide real-time visual representations of key indicators like engagement levels, academic performance, and attrition rates. The interactive nature of these dashboards allows users to drill down into specific data points, facilitating a deeper understanding of underlying trends and enabling proactive intervention strategies.
The skill level for intended audience ranges from beginner to advanced. Attendees will gain insights into the practical steps of setting up the data integration environment, designing effective data models, and creating compelling visualizations. Additionally, we will discuss best practices for maintaining data integrity, ensuring scalability, and fostering user engagement with the dashboards. |