About Online Data Science Course

  • About the Data Science course developed in collaboration with IBM

    This collaborative Data Science course with IBM propels your career, delivering world-class training essential for success. Gain expertise in in-demand skills like Python, SQL, Excel, Machine Learning, Tableau, generative AI, prompt engineering, ChatGPT, and more. Dive deep into data interpretation nuances, master Machine Learning, and enhance programming skills to elevate your Data Science career. Simplilearn's partnership with IBM offers an integrated blended learning approach, creating data science experts. Ready yourself for top data scientist roles with this industry-aligned course.

  • What can I expect from this Data Science course developed in collaboration with IBM?

    Upon completion of this Data Science course, you will receive IBM certificates for the IBM courses and Simplilearn certificates for all the courses in the learning path. These certificates will testify to your skills and assert your data science expertise. You can also avail the following benefits as part of this course:

    • Masterclasses by IBM experts

    • “Ask-me-anything” sessions with IBM leadership

    • Exclusive hackathons conducted by IBM

    • Industry-recognized data science certification from Simplilearn

    • Live interactive sessions on the latest AI trends, such as Generative AI, prompt engineering, explainable AI, and more

    • Learn about ChatGPT, DALL-E, Midjourney and other prominent tools

  • What are the learning objectives of this Data Science course?

    Data science is one of the hottest professions of this year. The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics sees unprecedented growth in data science and predicts 11.5 million job openings in 2026 at an annual growth rate of 28%. Simplilearn's Data Science course, co-developed with IBM, encourages you to master job-critical skills, including Generative AI, explainable AI, prompt engineering, conversational AI, large language models, statistics, hypothesis testing, data mining, clustering, decision trees, linear and logistic regression, data wrangling, data visualization, regression models, recommendation engine, supervised and unsupervised learning and much more.

    This Data Scientist course offers a comprehensive curriculum combining live, online, instructor-led classes and self-paced learning videos co-developed with IBM. This Data Science training concludes with a capstone project designed to reinforce the learning by building an industry-relevant product encompassing all the key aspects learned in the training program. The skills learned in this Data Science course will help prepare you for a data scientist role.

  • Why be a Data Scientist?

    Becoming a data scientist is compelling, given the industry's robust growth. The median annual salary stands at $96,072 (Glassdoor). The global data analytics market is projected to reach $132.9 billion by 2026, growing at a CAGR of 25.1% (MarketsandMarkets). The demand for skilled data scientists outpaces supply, leading to a talent gap of 250,000 professionals by 2024 (IBM). With an ever-increasing volume of data – estimated to be 175 zettabytes by 2025 (IDC) – there's an escalating need for experts who can derive meaningful insights. Data science offers a versatile skill set encompassing programming languages like Python, statistical analysis, machine learning, and data visualization, making it an essential profession across industries. Embracing a data science career opens avenues for impactful contributions, lucrative compensation, and a future-proof skill set in our data-driven world.

  • What important skills will you learn with this Data Science course?

    In this Data Science course, you will:

    • Apply effective prompt engineering techniques to improve the performance and control the behavior of generative AI models

    • Learn about prompt engineering, explainable AI, conversational AI, large language models, ChatGPT, and much more

    • Understand Generative AI, its landscape, and practical applications

    • Grasp fundamentals of Excel analytics functions and conditional formatting

    • Understand the tools and techniques used in business analysis planning and monitoring

    • Gain an in-depth understanding of data structure and data manipulation

    • Understand and use linear and non-linear regression models and classification techniques for data analysis

    • Obtain a comprehensive knowledge of supervised and unsupervised learning models such as linear regression, logistic regression, clustering, dimensionality reduction, K-NN, and pipelines

    • Gain practical mastery over principles, algorithms, and applications of machine learning

    • Gain expertise in mathematical computing using the NumPy and scikit-learn package

    • Perform scientific and technical computing using the SciPy package and its sub-packages such as Integrate, Optimize, Statistics, IO, and Weave

    • Master the concepts of recommendation engines and time series modeling

    • Learn to visualize data using Tableau and Power BI and become proficient in building interactive dashboards

  • What projects are included in this Data Science course?

    This Data Science course includes 25+ industry-relevant projects from various domains to help you master data science concepts. A few projects that you will be working on are mentioned below:

    Sales Analysis

    Use Python to analyze a clothing company’s sales data for the fourth quarter across Australian states to help the company make data-driven decisions for the coming year.


     

    Employee Performance Analysis

    Create ML programs to understand the factors that influence employee turnover. Use clustering, SMOTDE techniques, and the K-fold cross-validation model to analyze performance and suggest employee retention strategies.


     

    Classification of Songs

    Perform exploratory data and cluster analysis to create a recommendation system for song lists.



     

    Interactive Sales Dashboard

    Create an interactive dashboard for an apparel OEM’s sales department in Tableau for ad-hoc analysis and reporting.




     

    Crime Analysis with Tableau

    Build an intuitive dashboard to keep the police department and city officials up-to-date on crime statistics using Tableau.


     

    Marketing Strategies with EDA

    Perform exploratory data analysis and hypothesis testing to help a marketing department understand the factors contributing to customer acquisition and build a better strategy.


     

    Ecommerce App with Python

    Build an ecommerce app with Python and its libraries that will categorize, add, or remove items from a cart and support different payment options.


     

    Weather Prediction

    Create a classification model leveraging ten years of rainfall data to predict the weather for different locations across Australia.


     

    Credit Card Fraud Analysis

    Utilize data science and machine learning methodologies to identify fraudulent credit card transactions to ensure customers are not charged for items they did not purchase.

  • Who should take this Data Science course?

    The data science role requires an amalgam of experience, data science knowledge, and correct tools and technologies. It is a solid career choice for both new and experienced professionals. Aspiring professionals of any educational background with an analytical frame of mind are most suited to pursue Data Science training, including:

    • IT Professionals

    • Analytics Managers

    • Business Analysts

    • Banking and Finance Professionals

    • Marketing Managers

    • Supply Chain Network Managers

    • Beginners or Recent Graduates in Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree

  • What are the prerequisites for this Data Science training?

    Professionals wishing to succeed in this Data Science course should have the following:

    • Basic knowledge of mathematics and statistics

    • Basic understanding of any programming language

  • What type of jobs will I be suited for after completing this Data Science course?

    As a learner who completes the Data Science course, you will have the skills to help you land your dream job in data science. Jobs that are ideal for data science-trained professionals include:

    • Data Analyst

    • Data Scientist

    • Analytics Manager/Lead

    • Machine Learning Engineer

    • Statistical Programming Specialist

  • What is the total duration of this Data Science course?

    The total duration of the Data Science course is eleven months, which includes exclusive hackathons, masterclasses and ask-me-anything sessions by IBM.

  • What is the typical course syllabus for Data Science?

    Data science is a multidisciplinary field involving several concepts. If you want to gain expertise in data science, it is better to take an online course that covers all the important concepts in its learning path.

    The Data Science course syllabus typically includes machine learning, Python/R programming, data interpretation, data science lifecycle, statistics, data mining, decision trees, linear and logistic regression, data visualization, recommendation engines, and more. The Data Science course syllabus must also cover a complete overview of widely used data science tools like Python, SQL, Excel, Machine Learning, Tableau, Generative AI, prompt engineering, ChatGPT, and more.

  • What is the fees for Data Science course?

    The course fees for the Data Science training is $1999. EMI plans are available for 6, 12, and 18 months. EMI start at $125 per month.

    Contact us by dialling our toll-free number 844-532-7688 to avail this payment option.

Tools Covered

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Data Science Certification Course Learning Path

  • Course 1Online Classroom Flexi Pass

    Programming Essentials

    Discover procedural and object-oriented programming. Uncover Python's benefits. Set up Python and its IDE. Master Jupyter Notebook. Apply Python basics like identifiers, indentation, and comments. Understand data types, operators, and string functions. Explore Python loops and variable scopes. Learn about OOP, its features, and elements like methods, attributes, and access modifiers.

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  • Course 2Online Classroom Flexi Pass

    SQL

    This course gives you the information you need to successfully start working with SQL databases and make use of the database in your applications. Learn the concepts of fundamental SQL statements, conditional statements, commands, joins, subqueries, and various functions to manage your SQL database for scalable growth.

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  • Course 3

    Python for Data Science by IBM

    Kickstart your learning of Python for Data Science with this Data Scientist course and familiarize yourself with programming, tastefully crafted by IBM.

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  • Course 4Online Classroom Flexi Pass

    Applied Data Science with Python

    The Data Science with Python course provides a comprehensive overview of Python's tools and techniques for data analytics. Learning Python is a vital skill for numerous data science roles, and you can cultivate it through this course. With a blended learning approach, you can grasp Python for data science alongside concepts such as data wrangling, mathematical computing, and more and propel your career as a data scientist.

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  • Course 5Online Classroom Flexi Pass

    Machine Learning

    Ensure career success with this Machine Learning course. Learn this exciting branch of Artificial Intelligence with a program featuring Applied Learning, interactive labs, 4 hands-on projects, and mentoring. With our Machine Learning training, master Machine Learning concepts are required for a Machine learning certification. This Machine Learning online course will provide you with the skills needed to become a successful Machine Learning Engineer today.

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  • Course 6Online Classroom Flexi Pass

    Tableau Training

    This Tableau certification course helps you master Tableau Desktop, a world-wide utilized data visualization, reporting, and business intelligence tool. Advance your career in analytics through our Tableau training and gain job-ready skills. Tableau certification is highly regarded by companies for data-related jobs and our Tableau online course trains you to use the tool effectively for preparing data, creating interactive dashboards, adding different dimensions, and drilling into outliers.

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  • Course 7

    Data Scientist Capstone

    Simplilearn’s Data Science Capstone project will give you an opportunity to implement the skills you learned in the Data Science course. Through dedicated mentoring sessions, you’ll learn how to solve a real-world, industry-aligned Data Science problem, from data processing and model building to reporting your business results and insights. The project is the final step in Data Science training and will help you to show your expertise in Data Science to employers.

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  • Master's Program Certificate

  • Electives

    R Programming for Data Science

  • Electives

    Business Analytics with Excel

  • Electives

    Power BI

  • Electives

    Essentials of Generative AI, Prompt Engineering & ChatGPT

  • Electives

    Industry Master Class – Data Science

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Data Science Course Reviews

  • Cody Phillippi

    Cody Phillippi

    Senior Program Manager

    This course helped a lot. It made me understand how to prioritize important stuff for you. It allowed me to learn and discuss new things like Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, and machine learning. I would also recommend attending Simplilearn's live classes; they give a lot of contexts and are 10x more helpful.

  • Tarek Belgasam

    Tarek Belgasam

    Materials Research Engineer

    The trainers are very professional and friendly. They have good knowledge of AI/ML and helped me a lot at the beginning of the course as I was completely new to it. After this course, I learned about the various advancements in the field of AI/ML. I am now recognized as a Subject Matter Expert in AI/ML by my organization.

  • Jemil Aman

    Jemil Aman

    I had an incredible journey completing my Master's Certificate in Data Science. Friends, faculty members, and community support encouraged me to complete this achievement. I've learned multiple scripting languages and expanded my knowledge in statistics, data management/visualization, and machine learning through IBM and Simplilearn.

  • Sayanta Barman

    Sayanta Barman

    Consultant, Traffic Engineer

    The entire content is very organized. I got sufficient practical exposure through the live sessions and projects. The course had more implementation than the theoretical part, which helps understand various concepts better. This helped me in applying Data Science to my current role of a Traffic Engineer.

  • Ekta Saraogi

    Ekta Saraogi

    I had 11-12 years of experience in Business Analysis & Project Management but after the course, I moved to Data Science. This was a great switch for me and I found my niche.

  • Anand Jha

    Anand Jha

    Completing the course has really helped me to fast-track my career in my field of interest and has also upped my confidence.

  • Jayapal Sadasivan

    Jayapal Sadasivan

    Upskilling with Simplilearn was a great experience that also resulted in a new job opportunity for me with a good salary hike.

  • Utkarsh Gupta

    Utkarsh Gupta

    My experience of learning with Simplilearn was great and I was able to achieve my goal of getting a job as well.

  • A.Anthony Davis

    A.Anthony Davis

    Simplilearn has one of the best programs available online to earn real-world skills that are in demand worldwide. I just completed the Machine Learning Advanced course, and the LMS was excellent.

  • Sateesh Kumar Chillakuru

    Sateesh Kumar Chillakuru

    Simplilearn is a gateway for people who want to enter into the fields of Data Science, AI or Cloud. I found this is to be one of the best online instructor-led portals, and I would definitely recommend it. After the course completion, I was able to change my job role from a Hadoop Developer to a Big Data Engineer with a good salary hike.

  • Palani Somalinga

    Palani Somalinga

    Principal Business Analyst

    Simplilearn is an incredible platform to learn on your own, depending on your availability. All the questions raised about projects are resolved quickly, helping students to complete projects in time.

  • Deepika Vashishtha

    Deepika Vashishtha

    The study material provided is perfect. And you get lab access on top of that which is very important when trying to learn big data technologies. I also found the live classes very beneficial. The projects and assignments provided help us learn the concepts better. Thanks to Simplilearn.

  • Mabel Wee

    Mabel Wee

    I encountered problems when trying to solve the projects in my Data Science class for Python. The Teaching Assistant was accommodating and provided step-by-step guidance through web chat sessions to resolve the issues.

  • Shuaib Kokate

    Shuaib Kokate

    Simplilearn is the best platform for e-learning. The instructors are qualified and knowledgeable and willing to help. I have started with this course, and have finished three courses in the past. I would recommend Simplilearn to my friends and colleagues.

  • Sanjog Dalvi

    Sanjog Dalvi

    ACOE Associate Analyst

    With the help of Simplilearn, I was able to get my first job in a well-reputed company with a great starting package.

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Why Online Bootcamp

  • Develop skills for real career growthCutting-edge curriculum designed in guidance with industry and academia to develop job-ready skills
  • Learn from experts active in their field, not out-of-touch trainersLeading practitioners who bring current best practices and case studies to sessions that fit into your work schedule.
  • Learn by working on real-world problemsCapstone projects involving real world data sets with virtual labs for hands-on learning
  • Structured guidance ensuring learning never stops24x7 Learning support from mentors and a community of like-minded peers to resolve any conceptual doubts

Data Science Certification Training FAQs

  • What is Data Science?

    Data science is a broad field that involves dealing with large volumes of data to uncover hidden trends and patterns and extract valuable information that aids in better decision-making. Companies that collect massive amounts of data use various data science tools and techniques to build predictive models. Simplilearn’s Data Science training can help you learn all its concepts from scratch.

  • What is a Data Science course?

    In a Data Science course, you will learn about many concepts if you are a beginner or an intermediate. This training program is around six to twelve months, often taken by industry experts to help candidates build a strong foundation in the field. Besides the theoretical material, our Data Science course includes virtual labs, industry projects, interactive quizzes, and practice tests, giving you an enhanced learning experience.

  • Who is a Data Scientist?

    A Data Scientist is an individual who gathers, cleans, analyzes, and visualizes large datasets to draw meaningful conclusions and communicate them to business leaders. The data is collected from various sources, processed into a format suitable for analysis, and fed into an analytics system where statistical analysis is performed to gain actionable insights.

  • What does a Data Scientist do?

    Data scientists are responsible for analyzing large amounts of data, visualizing them to find hidden trends and patterns, and drawing meaningful insights. Such actionable insights aid in solving complex business problems and making better decisions. They apply data science techniques like exploratory data analysis, statistical modeling, and machine learning to uncover hidden correlations in data. This Data Science course can help you become capable of handling all these responsibilities.

  • How do I become a Data Scientist?

    These Data Science courses, co-developed with IBM, will give you an insight into Data Science tools and methodologies, which is enough to prepare you to excel in your next role as a Data Scientist. This Data Science training will teach you R, Python, Machine Learning techniques, data reprocessing, regression, clustering, data analytics with SAS, data visualization with Tableau, and an overview of the Hadoop ecosystem. You will earn an industry-recognized certificate from IBM and Simplilearn that will attest to your new skills and on-the-job expertise.

  • What major skills do you need to become a Data Scientist?

    Becoming a Data Scientist isn’t easy for everyone; one must possess several technical skills to qualify for this role. The top technical skills you will require are core mathematics, statistics, basic programming, machine learning, data wrangling, data visualization, and the ability to process large data sets. Our Data Science course can help you gain all these skills.

  • Which industries use Data Science the most?

    Data science is finding applications in almost all the major industrial sectors like healthcare, banking and finance, retail, automotive, marketing, manufacturing, and government agencies. So, this Data Science training is beneficial if you step into any of these sectors for your professional career.

  • Which companies hire Data Scientists?

    Data scientists are in high demand in large companies as well as startups. Some of the top firms include Microsoft, Oracle, Amazon, Google, Apple, Facebook, TCS, and IBM. Enrolling in a Data Science course will open doors to opportunities available in all such companies.

  • Will this Data Science course help me to become a Data Scientist?

    Simplilearn's Data Science course is designed by industry experts familiar with the students' varying learning needs. They explain the concepts thoroughly and ensure you can apply them while working on industry projects. Completing the Data Science certification will make you more employable for a Data Scientist position.

  • What kind of careers can you pursue with a background in Data Science?

    Achieving a Data Science certification makes you eligible for many high-paying job roles. Data Scientist, Data Analyst, Machine Learning Engineer, Business Intelligence Analyst, and Data Architect are the top career options you can explore with a background in data science.

  • Do you provide a money back guarantee for the training programs?

    Yes, we do offer a money-back guarantee for many of our training programs. Refer to our Refund Policy and submit refund requests via our Help and Support portal.

  • Can a fresh graduate seek employment after completing this Data Scientist course?

    Data Scientist has become so demanding that companies are ready to pay higher salaries to even entry-level professionals. However, one must showcase data science knowledge and gain industrial exposure. Simplilearn’s Data Science course imparts all the necessary data science skills to fresh graduates and makes them industry-ready by making them work on real-world projects.

  • What book do you suggest reading for Data Science?

    Though our Data Science training is enough to help you learn all the concepts from scratch, you can also read some books for reference. Here are the top data science books you can read:

    • Essential Math for Data Science: Calculus, Statistics, Probability Theory, and Linear Algebra, by Hadrien Jean
    • A Common-Sense Guide to Data Structures and Algorithms: Level Up Your Core Programming Skills (2nd Edition), by Jay Wengrow
    • Smarter Data Science: Succeeding with Enterprise-Grade Data and AI Projects, by Neal Fishman, Cole Stryker, and Grady Booch

  • What is the pay scale of Data Scientists across the world?

    With the growing demand for data scientists but a scarcity of talent, companies worldwide are paying high salaries to skilled professionals. A Data Science certification further increases your earning potential. Here are the data scientist’s average annual salaries across some top countries (Source: Payscale):

    • India - Rs.7,08,012
    • US - $96,106
    • Australia - A$116K
    • Canada - C$80,394
    • Singapore - SGD93,000
    • London - £50,585

    The pay scale may vary based on the work location, the candidate’s experience, and the increasing demand for Data Science professionals

  • Will this Data Science course help me to learn Data Science from scratch?

    Professionals with no prior knowledge of the field can easily begin with this Data Science course, as you’ll gain a thorough knowledge of the basic concepts as well.

  • Can I pursue a Data Science course after my graduation?

    Yes, this Data Science course is suitable for recent graduates and experienced professionals willing to start a career in data science.

    There are no specific eligibility requirements to take this Data Science training.

  • What are the top Data Science courses provided in this program?

    This comprehensive training incorporates the following Data Science courses:

  • How can I become eligible for this Data Science course?

    Learners need to possess an undergraduate degree or a high school diploma. Basic knowledge of statistics and a basic understanding of any programming language is recommended.

  • How many programming languages will I learn in this Data Science course?

    This Data Science training will familiarize you with programming languages like Python, R, and Scala and data science tools like Apache Spark, HBase, Sqoop, Hadoop, and Flume.

  • How will I receive Data Science course material after joining?

    After completing the payment, you will be notified of your successful enrollment through email. It will give you all the details regarding accessing the Data Science course material. Following the steps, you can go through the video lessons instantly.

  • Is Data Science a good career?

    Companies are embracing digital transformation, and the growing dependency on data makes a career in data science quite promising. Businesses are accelerating their digital initiatives, and data science skills will remain in high demand soon. Moreover, with the existing skills gap, companies are even ready to pay higher salaries to data scientists. With Simplilearn’s Data Scientist course, you can qualify for this rewarding career.

  • Is Data Science easy to learn?

    Data science is a vast field; people cannot gain expertise within six months or a year. Learning data science requires specialized technical skills and knowledge of programming basics and analytics tools to get started. However, this Data Science course explains all the relevant concepts from scratch, making it easy to use your new skills.

  • What are the important features of Simplilearn's Data Science course?

    Simplilearn’s Data Science course is unique because of the following major features:

    • It offers more than 150 hours of interactive, live learning
    • There are capstones and over 15 real-world projects
    • It offers IIMJobs Pro Membership (India only) for six months.
    • You can participate in exclusive hackathons and interact with IBM experts

  • What can I expect from this Simplilearn Data Science course developed in collaboration with IBM?

    As a part of this Data Science online course, in collaboration with IBM, you will receive the following:

    • Lifetime access to the e-learning course syllabus for all of the Data Science courses included in the learning path (*only for Simplilearn courses)
    • Industry-recognized certificates from IBM*(for IBM Data Science courses) and Simplilearn upon successful completion of the program
    • Access to IBM cloud platforms featuring IBM Watson and other software for 24/7 practice

  • For which all Data Science courses will I get certificates from IBM?

    Following are the list of courses for which you will get IBM certificates:

    • R Programming for Data Science
    • Python for Data Science

  • How long is this course completion certificate valid?

    The course completion certificate received after completing this Data Science course does not expire.

  • How do I earn the Master’s certificate?

    Upon completion of 80% of LVC hours and 2 projects, you will be eligible to receive the Data Scientist Master’s certificate that will testify to your skills as an expert in Data Science. Please find the individual course criteria given below

    Course


    Course completion certificate

    Criteria
    Data Science with Python

    Required

    85% of Online Self-paced completion or attendance of 1 Live Virtual Classroom, and pass 1 project

    Machine Learning

    Required
    85% of Online Self-paced completion or attendance of 1 Live Virtual Classroom, and pass 1 project
    Deep Learning with Keras and TensorFlow

    Required

    85% of Online Self-paced completion or attendance of 1 Live Virtual Classroom, and pass 1 project
    Tableau

    Required

    85% of Online Self-paced completion or attendance of 1 Live Virtual Classroom, and pass 1 project

    Data Science Capstone Project

    Required

    Attendance of 1 Live Virtual Classroom and successful completion of the capstone project

  • How do I enroll for the Data Scientist course?

    You can enroll in this Data Science training on our website and make an online payment using any of the following options:

    • Visa Credit or Debit Card
    • MasterCard
    • American Express
    • Diner’s Club
    • PayPal

    Once payment is received, you will automatically receive a payment receipt and access information via email.

  • If I need to cancel my enrollment, can I get a refund?

    Yes, you can cancel your enrollment if necessary. We will refund the course price after deducting an administration fee. To learn more, please read our Refund Policy.

  • I am not able to access the Data Science courses. Who can help me?

    Contact us using the form on the right of any page on the Simplilearn website, select the Live Chat link, or Request a callback.

  • Who are the instructors and how are they selected?

    All of our highly qualified Data Science trainers are industry experts with years of relevant industry experience. Each of them has gone through a rigorous selection process that includes profile screening, technical evaluation, and a training demo before they are certified to train for us. We also ensure that only those trainers with a high alumni rating remain on our faculty.

  • What is Global Teaching Assistance?

    Our teaching assistants are a dedicated team of subject matter experts to help you get certified in Data Science on your first attempt. They engage students proactively to ensure the course path is being followed and help you enrich your learning experience, from class onboarding to project mentoring and job assistance. Teaching Assistance is available during business hours.

  • What is covered under the 24/7 Support promise?

    We offer 24/7 support through email, chat, and calls. We also have a dedicated team that provides on-demand assistance through our community forum. What’s more, you will have lifetime access to the community forum, even after completion of your Data Science course with us.

  • Do Data Scientists require Excel skills?

    Yes, Excel skills are beneficial for Data Scientists, and taking an Excel course can be advantageous. Here's why Excel skills are valuable for Data Scientists and how an Excel course can contribute to their work:

    1. Data Exploration and Analysis: Excel provides a user-friendly interface for initial data exploration and analysis. Data Scientists can use Excel to quickly assess data, perform basic calculations, and gain initial insights. An Excel course helps Data Scientists learn advanced data manipulation techniques, such as using formulas, functions, and pivot tables, to analyze and summarize data effectively.

    2. Data Cleaning and Preprocessing: Data cleaning and preprocessing are crucial steps in data science projects. Excel's data manipulation capabilities, combined with an Excel course, equip Data Scientists with skills to handle missing values, remove duplicates, format data, and perform other data cleaning tasks. These skills are essential for ensuring data quality and preparing data for further analysis.

    3. Data Visualization: Visualizing data is a key aspect of data science, as it helps in communicating insights and findings. Excel offers a range of charting and graphing tools that Data Scientists can utilize to create meaningful visualizations. An Excel course teaches Data Scientists how to create visually appealing charts, customize visuals, and present data effectively.

    4. Quick Prototyping and Analysis: Excel's familiarity and ease of use make it a valuable tool for quick prototyping and analysis. Data Scientists can use Excel to perform exploratory data analysis, conduct preliminary modeling, and test hypotheses. An Excel course provides Data Scientists with efficient techniques, shortcuts, and best practices for faster analysis and prototyping.

    5. Collaboration and Communication: Excel is widely used in organizations, making it a common tool for collaboration and communication. Data Scientists can share Excel files, collaborate on data analysis tasks, and integrate Excel outputs into reports or presentations. An Excel course equips Data Scientists with skills for collaborating on workbooks, tracking changes, and effectively sharing insights with team members and stakeholders.

    While specialized tools and programming languages are commonly used in advanced data analysis and modeling, Excel skills are still valuable for various data manipulation, exploration, and visualization tasks. By taking an Excel course, Data Scientists can enhance their Excel skills and leverage them strategically throughout different stages of their data science projects.

  • What are the key skills required for a data scientist?

    As a data scientist, having a strong foundation in various areas such as statistics, machine learning, programming languages like Python or R, and data visualization is crucial. Additionally, proficiency in data structure courses can greatly enhance your ability to organize and manipulate data efficiently.

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