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IIM Amritsar launches data science & business analytics program

The course will help students develop an advanced understanding of the fields using in-demand tools and techniques, case studies, and capstone projects.

IIM Amritsar launches data science & business analytics program

Key takeaways

  • IIM Amritsar has introduced a Post Graduate Certificate Program in Data Science & Business Analytics.
  • The curriculum focuses on practical tools and techniques to address real business challenges.
  • The one-year program caters to graduates with limited work experience and primarily takes place on campus.
  • The initiative aims to equip students with skills to meet the growing demand for data science professionals.
  • Increased data generation and advancements in technology have intensified the need for analytics in business.

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The one-year program is designed for graduates with up to 2 years of work experience. The program will be offline for the most part and take place at the IIM Amritsar campus. The course will help students develop an advanced understanding of the fields using in-demand tools and techniques, case studies, and capstone projects.

The program aims to upskill the youth to meet the rising demand for skilled professionals in data science and analytics. 

According to Nagarajan Ramamoorthy, Director of IIM Amritsar, The DSBA program has been designed to prepare students for various data science-related roles.

Fresh graduates can apply for the DSBA program until March 15, 22 and working professionals can apply for the EMBA program until January 31, 2022.

Increased data generation, developments for superior data handling, and advancements in storage capabilities and computing power have led to a massive increase in the use of analytics, said program coordinator Shuvabrata Chakraborty.

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