In a time when the world revolves around technology, making a career in it only makes sense. Courses that are related to technology, are in high demand by companies not just in India but abroad as well. There are a lot of programmes that one can pursue but Data Science Programs have made inroads in the country with a bang promising a stable and bright future to every one whosoever pursues it. There are various programmes under which this course is undertaken but PGP in Data Science is the most famed one. It’s a 10-month programme that includes aspects such as Popular software tools, statistical & mathematical concepts, and business aspects. Not only will you master tools such as SQL, R, Python, and Tableau tools to solve business problems, but this programme also focusses on data science techniques including predictive modelling & machine learning
Once you are through this course you will be a part of the workforce that is in demand globally. Data Science is said to be one of the most multi-disciplinary fields involving knowledge of technology, Mathematics & Statistics, and Business. Distance courses offered by some premier universities make it easier for aspirants to pursue this programme where it is delivered in a blended learning format that includes self-paced learning, live webinars, etc.
One will master innumerable skills related to this field. The curriculum is extensive and includes, Introduction to Business Analytics, Fundamentals of R, Univariate Statistics in R, Data Visualization in R, Hypothesis Testing and ANOVA in R, Data Preparation Using R, Correlation and Linear Regression, Logistic Regression, Segmentation for Marketing Analytics, Time Series Forecasting, Decision Trees, Introduction to Python, Iterative Operations & Functions in Python, Data Summary & Visualization in Python, Data Handling in Python Using NumPy & Pandas, Machine Learning Basics, Generalised Linear Models in Python, Tree Models using Python and Boosting Algorithms using Python
This comprehensive programme enables learners to become an in-demand Data Scientist with huge job opportunities. One will learn data science including predictive modelling & cutting-edge machine learning techniques and how and where to use them. Aspirants will not just learn the techniques and tools in isolation but will combine and apply them to derive business insights from raw data.
The world is moving at a pace where keeping up will become difficult after a few years. To be a part of the bandwagon that will match up to future technology and its requirements, courses like these will be preferred.