WSQ - Enhance Data Insights with Google Sheets and Looker Studio

Topic 1: Perform Data Analysis and Visualization with Google Sheet 

• Data types and data validation
• Functions and formulas
• Lookup and Index match
• Data sort and filters
• Pivot tables
• Charts

Topic 2: Develop Dashboards and Reports with Looker Studio 

• Connect to data sources
• Create tables and charts
• Create dashboards and reports
• Methods of aggregating data

Topic 3: Enhance Visuals with Interactive Dashboards 

• Slicer and visualization filters
• Custom calculations
• Case studies
• Sharing and reporting

Final Assessment

• Written Assessment (SAQ)
• Practical Performance 

Promotion Code

Promo or discount cannot be applied to WSQ courses

Minimum Entry Requirement

Knowledge and Skills

• Able to operate using computer functions with minimum Computer Literacy Level 2 based on ICAS Computer Skills Assessment Framework
• Minimum 3 GCE ‘O’ Levels Passes including English or WPL Level 5 (Average of Reading, Listening, Speaking & Writing Scores)

Attitude

• Positive Learning Attitude
• Enthusiastic Learner

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of working experience.

Target Year Group : 21-65 years old

Minimum Software/Hardware Requirement

Software:

Google Sheet

Hardware: Windows and Mac Laptops

About Progressive Wage Model (PWM)

The Progressive Wage Model (PWM) helps to increase wages of workers through upgrading skills and improving productivity. 

Employers must ensure that their Singapore citizen and PR workers meet the PWM training requirements of attaining at least 1 Workforce Skills Qualification (WSQ) Statement of Attainment, out of the list of approved WSQ training modules.

For more information on PWM, please visit MOM site.

Funding Eligility Criteria

Steps to Apply Skills Future Claim

• The staff will send you an invoice with the fee breakdown.
• Login to the MySkillsFuture portal, select the course you’re enrolling on and enter the course date and schedule.
• Enter the course fee payable by you (including GST) and enter the amount of credit to claim.
• Upload your invoice and click ‘Submit’

SkillsFuture Level-Up Program

The  SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme provides greater structural support for mid-career Singaporeans aged 40 years and above to pursue a substantive skills reboot and stay relevant in a changing economy. For more information, visit SkillsFuture Level-Up Programme

Get Additional Course Fee Support Up to $500 under UTAP

The Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP) is a training benefit provided to NTUC Union Members with an objective of encouraging them to upgrade with skills training. It is provided to minimize the training cost. If you are a NTUC Union Member then you can get 50% funding (capped at $500 per year) under Union Training Assistance Programme (UTAP).

For more information visit NTUC U Portal – Union Training Assistance Program (UTAP)

Steps to Apply UTAP

• Log in to your U Portal account to submit your UTAP application upon completion of the course.

Note

• SSG subsidy is available for Singapore Citizens, Permanent Residents, and Corporates.
• All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can use their SkillsFuture Credit to pay. For more details, visit www.skillsfuture.gov.sg/credit
• An unfunded course fee can be claimed via SkillsFuture Credit or paid in cash.
• UTAP funding for NTUC Union Members is capped at $250 for 39 years and below and at $500 for 40 years and above.
• UTAP support amount will be paid to training provider first and claimed after end of class by learner.

Appeal Process

1. The candidate has the right to disagree with the assessment decision made by the assessor.
2. When giving feedback to the candidate, the assessor must check with the candidate if he agrees with the assessment outcome.
3. If the candidate agrees with the assessment outcome, the assessor & the candidate must sign the Assessment Summary Record.
4. If the candidate disagrees with the assessment outcome, he/she should not sign in the Assessment Summary Record.
5. If the candidate intends to appeal the decision, he/she should first discuss the matter with the assessor/assessment manager.
6. If the candidate is still not satisfied with the decision, the candidate must notify the assessor of the decision to appeal. The assessor will reflect the candidate’s intention in the Feedback Section of the Assessment Summary Record.
7. The assessor will notify the assessor manager about the candidate’s intention to lodge an appeal.
8. The candidate must lodge the appeal within 7 days, giving reasons for appeal 
9. The assessor can help the candidate with writing and lodging the appeal.
10. he assessment manager will collect information from the candidate & assessor and give a final decision.
11. A record of the appeal and any subsequent actions and findings will be made.
12. An Assessment Appeal Panel will be formed to review and give a decision.
13. The outcome of the appeal will be made known to the candidate within 2 weeks from the date the appeal was lodged.
14. The decision of the Assessment Appeal Panel is final and no further appeal will be entertained.
15. Please click the link below to fill up the Candidates Appeal Form.

Dwight Nuwan Fonseka: Dwight Nuwan Fonseka is an experienced data science professional and Head of Data Science at Plano Pte Ltd, where he leads the development of predictive analytics, deep learning models, and business intelligence dashboards using R, Keras, and Tableau. With expertise in cloud computing, big data analytics, and healthcare informatics, Dwight integrates data-driven insights to improve decision-making and operational performance. His teaching experience as an adjunct lecturer at the London School of Business and Finance and as an associate trainer at Tertiary Courses reflects his strong passion for empowering professionals with applied analytics skills.

He holds a Master’s in Education from Nanyang Technological University and a Bachelor of Applied Science (Biology) from the National University of Singapore. As an ACLP-certified trainer, Dwight is proficient in R, Spark, Hadoop, and Tableau, making him highly adept at guiding learners through data visualization, statistical modeling, and applied analytics. His industry and academic background ensures that his teaching in “Enhance Data Insights with Google Sheets and Looker Studio” bridges real-world analytics with accessible cloud-based visualization tools.

Dr. Alvin Ang: Dr. Alvin Ang is a data science consultant and trainer with deep expertise in analytics, visualization, and applied statistics. Holding a Ph.D. in Operations Research from Nanyang Technological University, he has trained learners in Python, Power BI, Tableau, and Excel Analytics at Tertiary Infotech and lectured extensively in universities such as SUSS and Curtin Singapore. His industry experience includes roles as a data science instructor at IBM and a principal consultant at Embrio Enterprises, where he designed and implemented analytics frameworks for large-scale data initiatives.

With a passion for democratizing data skills, Dr. Ang founded the DataFrens community to foster collaboration among data professionals. His instructional approach emphasizes clarity, problem-solving, and practical application of analytics concepts. In “Enhance Data Insights with Google Sheets and Looker Studio,” he brings his expertise in data visualization and dashboarding to help learners transform raw data into meaningful insights that drive business intelligence and storytelling.

Terence Ee: Terence Ee is a data analytics and business intelligence trainer with extensive experience in helping professionals harness the power of data to support organizational decision-making. With a background in IT management and analytics training, he specializes in teaching data visualization, spreadsheet modeling, and dashboard design for business reporting. Terence has worked with professionals across industries to integrate analytics best practices using platforms such as Google Sheets, Looker Studio, Power BI, and Tableau.

He is known for his practical, hands-on teaching approach that blends business acumen with technical clarity. His sessions are designed to help learners develop data-driven problem-solving skills and enhance their ability to present insights effectively. As an instructor for “Enhance Data Insights with Google Sheets and Looker Studio,” Terence provides participants with structured techniques to analyze, visualize, and communicate data using accessible yet powerful cloud-based tools.

Liew Sing Loon (Sen Ru): Liew Sing Loon is a certified adult educator with the WSQ Advanced Certificate in Learning and Performance (ACLP) from the Institute for Adult Learning. With a strong foundation in training design, workplace learning, and technology-enabled delivery, he brings a learner-centered approach to digital skills and analytics education. His experience developing and delivering competency-based training allows him to make complex concepts in data visualization and reporting approachable to learners of all levels.

Drawing on his background in workplace learning design, Liew integrates best practices in adult pedagogy and practical data application. His facilitation style emphasizes experiential learning and immediate workplace relevance, aligning perfectly with the objectives of “Enhance Data Insights with Google Sheets and Looker Studio.” Learners under his guidance gain not only analytical proficiency but also the confidence to apply data storytelling techniques to real-world business scenarios.

Dr. Alfred Ang: Dr. Alfred Ang is the Founder and Chief Training Officer of Tertiary Infotech Pte Ltd, with over 20 years of experience spanning IT, data analytics, AI, and education technology. He holds a Ph.D. from the National University of Singapore, M.Eng and M.Sc degrees from NTU, and multiple certifications including DACE, ACTA, and GCWLP from IAL. As a curriculum developer and consultant, he has co-developed over 130 WSQ and IBF-accredited courses in analytics, finance, cybersecurity, and programming.

Dr. Ang is a pioneer in designing SkillsFuture and IBF-aligned data analytics programs, and his leadership has shaped training delivery standards in Singapore’s adult learning ecosystem. His broad expertise in data storytelling, visualization, and machine learning ensures that participants in “Enhance Data Insights with Google Sheets and Looker Studio” receive training that is both technically rigorous and industry-relevant, bridging analytics theory with practical, hands-on insight generation.