Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Applied Data Science

Program Overview

The Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Applied Data Science equips graduates with specialized skills in data science, addressing the labor shortage in this field. Designed for individuals with an undergraduate degree, this program provides training in data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence, preparing students for careers in various industries including software development, business intelligence, and healthcare. Graduates are qualified for roles such as data scientists, data architect designers, and data analysts.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Applied Data Science program is designed to meet the rising demand for data scientists and analysts, providing specialized training in the field. It directly addresses the provincial and national shortage of skilled labour in Applied Data Science. This program is open to domestic and international students who already have an undergraduate degree. Students can upgrade their education and develop the skill sets necessary to build a career in either the private or public sectors.

Careers:

Data science (systems), machine learning, and artificial intelligence are very lucrative robust industries globally and locally. Careers are permeating down to startups and to local companies that require expertise in these areas. Graduates will have the necessary skills to compete for desirable roles as data scientists, data architect designers, strategic analysis managers, and data analysts in software development, business intelligence, medical/health research, and data management.

Other:

The amount of data in our world has grown exponentially, and so has the demand for professionals who can make sense of it all. Data scientists extract data to create visualizations, forecasts, or manipulations.