Post Graduate Program in Data Science, Chicago

FAQs

• What are the eligibility criteria for this Post Graduate Program in Data Science in Chicago?

  For admission to this Post Graduate Program in Data Science in Chicago, you should have:

  • A bachelor's degree with an average of 50% or higher marks
  • Basic understanding of programming concepts and mathematics
  • Working Professionals with 2+ years of experience are preferred to apply for this program
     

• What is the admission process for this Post Graduate Program in Data Science in Chicago?

  The admission process consists of three simple steps:

  • All interested candidates are required to apply through the online application form
  • An admission panel will shortlist the candidates based on their application
  • An offer of admission will be made to the selected candidates and is accepted by the candidates by paying the program fee

• What are the financial aids available to enroll in this Data Science certification bootcamp in Chicago?

  We have partnered with Affirm to provide competitive financing options(EMI option available) including 0%APR with no hidden costs for different tenures.

• Is there any financial aid provided?

  To ensure money is not a barrier in the path of learning we offer various financing options to help you find this Data Science certification bootcamp in Chicago more financially manageable. Please refer to our “Admissions Fee and Financing” section for more details.

• What should I expect from the Purdue Post Graduate Program in Data Science in Chicago?

  As a part of this Post Graduate Program, in collaboration with IBM, you will receive the following:

  • Purdue Post Graduate Program certification
  • Industry recognized certificates from IBM and Simplilearn
  • Purdue Alumni Association membership
  • Lifetime access to all (the core) of the e-learning content created by Simplilearn 
  • $1,200 worth of IBM Cloud credits for your personal use
  • Access to IBM Cloud platforms featuring IBM Watson and other cloud services

• What certificate will I receive?

  Upon successful completion of the bootcamp in Chicago, you will be awarded a Post Graduate Program in Data Science certification by Purdue University. You will also get industry-recognized certificates from IBM and Simplilearn for the courses on the learning path after successful course completion.

• Will any preparation material be provided to get started?

  Once you make the first installment of the Data Science certification bootcamp fee, you will also get access to a preparatory course. You will have to go through the assigned course before coming for the first class. The course will have 8-10 hours of self-paced learning content in the form of videos.

• What is Global Teaching Assistance?

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

• Who are the instructors and how are they selected?

  All of our highly qualified Data Science instructors 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 part of our faculty.

• How do I earn the Post Graduate Program certificate?

  Upon completion of the following minimum requirements, you will be eligible to receive the Post Graduate Program certificate that will testify to your skills as an expert in Data Science.

  Course	Course completion certificate	Criteria
  Programming Refresher	Required	85% of Online Self Paced completion
  Statistics Essential for Data Science	Required
  Data Science with R	Required	85% of online self-paced completion or attendance of 1 live virtual classroom, a score above 75% in the course-end assessment, and successful evaluation in at least 1 project
  Data Science with Python	Required
  Machine Learning and Tableau	Required
  Natural Language Processing	Required
  Capstone Project	Required	Attendance of 1 live virtual classroom and successful completion of the capstone project

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

  Contact us using the form on the right side of any page on the Simplilearn website, select the Live Chat link, or contact help and support.

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

  We offer 24/7 support through email, chat, and calls. We 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 course.

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

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

• * Disclaimer

  The Post Graduate Program in Data Science in Chicago is offered on a non-credit basis and is not transferable to a degree.

• What is Data Science?

  Data science is the domain that deals with vast volumes of data using modern tools and techniques to find unseen patterns, derive meaningful information, and make business decisions.

• What will be the impact of Data Science in 2021?

  Data science is an essential part of any industry today and will continue to be, given the massive amounts of data produced. Meaning both data and the demand for Data Science professionals is only going to rise.

• What are the top Data Science certification programs included in this bootcamp?

  This Data Science Bootcamp gives you a step-by-step guide to learn all the concepts from scratch. The entire syllabus is divided into the following courses:

  • R Programming for Data Science
  • Data Science with R
  • Python for Data Science
  • Data Science with Python
  • Machine Learning
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Tableau Training
  • Data Science Capstone

• Why is there a demand for Data Science Certification programs?

  Data science has spread its wings across sectors and industries, including, healthcare, finance, retail, ecommerce and more, making it a lucrative field. And in order to grab the best opportunities in the field, a world-renowned certification (especially from a prestigious university) acts like a career catalyst.

• What are the top job roles in the field of Data Science?

  Data Scientist is named the sexiest job of the 21st century and for all the right reasons - the opportunities, salary potential, demand, and more. Following which, other Data Science job roles are in demand too: Data Analyst, Business Analyst, Data Engineer, Data Architect.

• What are the top roles and responsibilities of a Data Science Professional?

  A Data Scientist determines the business questions that need answers and then come up with different approaches to solve the problem, using a wide variety of tools like Tableau, Python, Hive, and more to develop and test new algorithms for faster and more accurate data analytics. A Data Scientist also gathers, merges, and analyzes data to gain insights and simplify data problems to develop strategies and predictive models.

• What is the salary potential of a Data Science Professional?

  Opportunities in the field are limitless, and job roles in Data Science promise plenty of possibilities and high-paying salaries. In India, the average Data Scientist salary can range from Rs.1,000K to Rs.1,800K based on experience, location, and organization. (according to glassdoor.com) In the US, the salary ranges from $113K to $150K yearly.

• Is there any minimum education qualification required to apply for this Data Science certification program?

  Yes, you are supposed to have a bachelor’s degree with an average of 50% (or higher) if you wish to enroll in this Data Science certification program.

• Will I become an alumni of Purdue University after completion of this Data Science certification program?

  You will get a Purdue Alumni Association Membership.

• How will my doubts/questions be addressed in this online Data Science program?

  We have a team of dedicated admissions counselors who can guide you as you apply for this Data Science certification.

• Will I be able to access the content after completion of the Data Science certification program?

  Yes, you can access the course content even after the completion of the program.

• How do I know if this Data Science certification program is right for me?

  Learning new skills and expanding your knowledge is always a plus point. This Data Science certification program is developed in partnership with Purdue University, a perfect blend of world-renowned curriculum and industry-aligned training, which makes this program just the right one for you!

• I am not from a technical background. Can I still join this Data Science certification program?

  Yes, you can join the Data Science certification program even if you do not belong to a technical background. However, having a basic knowledge of programming languages and mathematics will be beneficial.

• Can I enroll in this Data Science certification program if I don't have any prior knowledge in Data Science?

  Yes, you can enroll in the Data Science certification program even if you don’t have any prior knowledge in Data Science since this program will take you through the fundamentals to the top of the ladder, where you learn all the advanced critical Data Science skills.

• My current role does not include exposure to data. Does it make sense for me to opt for this Data Science program?

  Data is ruling businesses around the world. The more data-driven you’re, the more beneficial it is for your organization. By taking insights from data, you can make meaningful decisions, plan strategies, and help your business achieve its goal faster. Enrolling in this extensive Data Science certification program is definitely going to be an advantage, and nothing less.