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    About the Data Science & AI Programme

    Choose from 5 Gen AI enabled specializations, receive industry mentorship, dedicated career support, learn 20+ Programming Tools & languages & much more!

    5 Unique Specialisations

    5 Unique Specialisations

    Choose from 5 specializations as per your background & career aspirations. Get a PGP in Data Science & AI (Executive) from IIITB with Gen AI infused specializations.

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    Data Science Programme Overview

    Key Highlights

    Up-to-date modules integrated with Generative AI
    Up-to-date modules integrated with Generative AI
    Complimentary Python Programming Bootcamp
    Complimentary Python Programming Bootcamp
    Career Readiness Prep with Soft Skills
    Career Readiness Prep with Soft Skills
    Designed for Working Professionals
    Designed for Working Professionals
    IIIT Bangalore Alumni Status
    IIIT Bangalore Alumni Status
    20+ Programming Tools & Languages
    20+ Programming Tools & Languages
    60+ Industry Projects
    60+ Industry Projects
     Equivalent to NSQF (National Skill Qualification Framework) level 8
    Equivalent to NSQF (National Skill Qualification Framework) level 8
    Dedicated Student Support available
    Dedicated Student Support available
    Career mentorship Sessions (1:1)
    Career mentorship Sessions (1:1)
    Exclusive Job opportunities Portal
    Exclusive Job opportunities Portal
    High Performance Coaching (1:1)
    High Performance Coaching (1:1)
    Just-in-Time Interviews
    Just-in-Time Interviews
    AI Powered Profile Builder
    AI Powered Profile Builder
    Personalised Industry Session
    Personalised Industry Session
    Career Bootcamp
    Career Bootcamp
    No Cost EMI Option
    No Cost EMI Option
    Daily Doubt Resolution Support
    Daily Doubt Resolution Support
    1 Free Deferral
    1 Free Deferral
    Pathway to articulate to an International Master's Degree
    Pathway to articulate to an International Master's Degree

    5 Unique Specialisations to choose from
    - Deep Learning
    - Natural Language Processing
    - Business Intelligence/ Data Analytics
    - Business Analytics
    - Data Engineering

    Data Science & AI Course Syllabus

    Best-in-class content by leading faculty & industry experts in the form of videos, industry projects, assignments & live sessions. Now integrated with Generative AI modules.

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    Top Skills You Will Learn

    Generative AI Models, Transformers, ChatGPT, Prompt Engineerview more

    Job Opportunities post Data Science Course

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    Who Is This Programme For?

    Engineers, Marketing & Sales Professionals, Freshers, Domainview more

    Minimum Eligibility for Data Science Course

    Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 50% or equivalent passing marview more

    Programing Languages and Tools Covered in Data Science & AI course

    Generative AI tools covered

    Why pursuing this DS & AI Programme is worth it

    Listen how the programme helps in achieving the career goals by upskilling and how choosing this program can be the best career decision ever made.

    IIIT Bangalore

    Post Graduate Programme in Data Science & AI (Executive)
    Complete all the data science courses successfully to obtain this prestigious recognition from IIITB with a specialization in any of the following: Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Business Intelligence/ Data Analytics, Business Analytics, Data Engineering
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    Best-in-class content by leading faculty and industry leaders in the form of videos, cases and projects, assignments and live sessions. Now integrated with Generative AI modules.

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    400+
    Content Hours Available
    60+
    Industry Projects
    57
    Live Learning Sessions
    14+
    Programming Tools/ Languages

    Course 1: Data Toolkit

    13 Weeks
    • Introduction to Python
    • Programming in Python
    • Python for Data Science
    • Data Visualization in Python
    • Exploratory Data Analysis
    • Credit EDA Assignment
    • Inferential Statistics
    • Hypothesis Testing
    • Basics of SQL
    • Advanced SQL
    • SQL - RSVP Movies Case Study

    Course 2: Machine Learning - I

    10 Weeks
    • Linear Regression - I
    • Linear Regression - II + Gradient Descent for SLR
    • Linear Regression Assignment
    • Logistic Regression - I
    • Logistic Regression - II
    • Classification using Decision Trees
    • Unsupervised Learning: Clustering
    • Basics of NLP and Lexical Processing
    • Business Problem Solving + Intro to GIT and GITHUB
    • Case Study: Lead Scoring

    Specialisation

    Upon completing Course 2 (Machine Learning), you can select one of the following five specializations tailored to your background and career aspirations. Multiple specialization tracks now include integrated Generative AI modules, offering a comprehensive and in-depth coverage of this cutting-edge technology.

    Topics Covered

    Data Analytics

    29 Weeks
    Data ModellingAdvanced SQL ProgrammingIntroduction to Cloud and AWSAnalytics at Large Scale in Spark - IAnalytics at Large Scale in Spark - IIBig Data Case StudyBasic Viz. using TableauAdvanced ExcelData Analysis and Visualisation in PowerBIAnalytical Thinking and Structured Problem Solving using FrameworksData StorytellingAirbnb Case StudyData Structures and AlgorithmsSearching & SortingAlgorithm Analysis and RecursionAdvanced Database Programming using PandasSQL & Python LabCapstone Topic

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    Learn from India's leading Data Analytics and Data Science & AI instructors
    • Engage in collaborative projects with student-mentor interaction
    • Benefit by learning in-person with expert mentors
    • Personalised subjective feedback on your submissions to facilitate improvement

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    The program is designed for people from various sectors. The variety of participants enriches discussions and interactions

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    1. 5 out of 6 learners get positive career growth (upGrad results are reviewed by Deloitte)
    2. Over 70,000 professional have turned their into reality

    Did you know?

    1. 5 out of 6 learners get positive career growth (upGrad results are reviewed by Deloitte)
    2. Over 70,000 professional have turned their into reality

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    Strong hand-holding with dedicated support to help you master Data Science & AI
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    • Interactive Live Sessions with leading industry experts covering curriculum + advanced topics
    • Personalised Industry Session in small groups (of 10-12) with industry experts to augment program curriculum with customized industry based learning
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    • You can write to us via studentsupport@upgrad.com Or for urgent queries, use the "Talk to Us" option on the Learn platform.
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    Career Assistance
    Career Mentorship Sessions (1:1)
    • Get mentored by an experienced industry expert and receive personalised feedback to achieve your desired outcome
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    • Get a dedicated career coach after the program to help track your career goals, coach you on your profile, and support you during your career transition journey
    AI Powered Profile Builder
    • Obtain specific, AI powered inputs on your resume and Linkedin structure along with content on real time basis
    Interview Preparation
    • Get access to Industry Experts and discuss any queries before your interview
    • Career bootcamps to refresh your technical concepts and improve your soft skills
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    Practical Learning and Networking
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    • Live Discussion forum for peer to peer doubt resolution monitored by technical experts
    • Peer to peer networking opportunities with a alumni pool of 10000+
    • Lab walkthroughs of industry-driven projects
    • Weekly real-time doubt clearing sessions
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    Frequently Asked Questions on Data Science & AI Certification Course

    Data Science Course Curriculum

    What is the Post Graduate Programme in Data Science with upGrad?

    The Post Graduate Programme is an engaging yet rigorous 12 months online programme designed specifically for working professionals to develop practical knowledge and skills, establish a professional network, and accelerate entry into data science careers. The certification is awarded by IIIT Bangalore. This PG Diploma in Data Science program is considered among the top course for accelerated career growth.

    What should I expect from the Post Graduate Programme in Data Science?

    Expect to carry out several industry-relevant projects simulated as per the actual workplace, making you a skilled data science professional at par with leading industry standards. The skills taught in the course of  PG in Data Science facilitate in building a strong portfolio thus increasing your employability. And this is why it is considered among the top data science course online.

    What should I NOT expect from the Post Graduate Programme in Data Science?

    The Post Graduate Programme in Data Science is one of the best data science courses and is rich in the learning level and it is not just any other online data analytics course in the market. The programme is NOT going to be easy. This course will be requiring at least 12-15 hours of time commitment per week, applying new concepts and executing industry-relevant projects.

    Which topics are going to be covered as part of the Data Science Course?

    The programme is designed for working professionals looking for a transition or growth into the data domain. Considering the requirements of different data roles in the industry, the curriculum is divided into five tracks. The course will have a common curriculum running for approximately the first 5-6 months that everyone will go through after which they have to do any of the 5 specializations and a capstone project, in the remaining 6-7 months. This data science course will allow you to cover the industry-relevant topics which will help you in becoming industry ready. This course is a one-stop solution for you if you are someone who is looking for a data analyst course, data scientist course, or data engineer course. 

    What type of learning experience should I expect to be a Data Scientist or Data Analyst?

    This online data analytics or data science course is aimed at giving the luxury of enriched and experiential learning to its learners. The content provided in this data analytics course will be a mix of interactive lectures from industry leaders as well as world-renowned faculty. Additionally, the programme comprises live lectures or hangout sessions dedicated to solving your academic queries and reinforcing learning. Offline upGrad BaseCamps will also facilitate peer-to-peer interactions. 

    Is any certification granted at the end of the Data Science course?

    This is a data science certification course post successful completion of the program, an Post Graduate Programme in Data Science would be granted from IIIT Bangalore.

    When will I have to choose my specialization track?

    The data science and data analysis course becomes a much powerful asset if the learners hone their skills and possess relevant specialisations. The programme has ~22 weeks of common curriculum and ~29 weeks of the specialization and capstone project. Once you’re through the 23 weeks of curriculum common to all the five tracks, you will be prompted to choose your specialization. 

    How do I know which specialization is the best for me?

    When you’re nearing the end of your common curriculum, upGrad will provide you with a recommendation best suited for you based on your background. The following mapping should give you an idea about the specialization best suited for you although the final upGrad recommendation would come from a much more exhaustive rule engine.

    • Deep Learning: Engineers, Software and IT Professionals
    • Natural Language Processing: Engineers, Software and IT Professionals
    • Business Intelligence/ Data Analytics: Engineers, Marketing and Sales Professionals, Freshers
    • Business Analytics: Engineers, Managers, Marketing and Sales Professionals, Domain Expert
    • Data Engineering: Software and IT Professionals

    Do I have to choose the specialization recommended by upGrad?

    No. You can choose whatever specialization you like once you are through the common curriculum. However, we would urge you to take up the recommendation provided by us as this based on a sophisticated rule engine and is meant to give you the best outcome for your background which will, in turn, make it easier for you to switch to a data role.

    Gen AI

    What is GenAI?

    Generative AI (GenAI) is a type of AI that can create new content, such as text, images, music, and code. GenAI models are trained on massive datasets content, which they then use to generate new and unique outputs. They can be used for creative tasks such as writing code, creating images and videos.

    Where can I use GenAI?

    GenAI can be used in a wide variety of applications, including: Creative content production: GenAI can be used to generate new ideas and concepts for creative content, such as poems, stories, scripts, and musical.

    Translation: GenAI can be used to translate text from one language to another. Education: GenAI can be used to create personalized learning experiences for students and to provide real-time feedback on their work. 

    Research: GenAI can be used to generate new hypotheses and to test them on large datasets. 

    Business: GenAI can be used to improve customer service, to develop new products and services, and to automate tasks.

    Why should I learn GenAI?

    Here are some specific reasons why you should learn GenAI: GenAI is in high demand: GenAI skills are in high demand in a variety of industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, and education. 

    GenAI can help you automate tasks: GenAI can be used to automate many tasks, such as data entry, customer service, and content creation. This can frso that you can focus on more important things. 

    GenAI can help you be more creative: GenAI can help you to generate new ideas and to brainstorm solutions to problems.

    What kind of GenAI roles can I look for post completing this program?

    This program has been designed to enable you master skills required for job opportunities such as: Prompt Engineer, LLM Engineer, Data Scientist with as a skill.

    How will you be teaching me GenAI?

    As part of this course, Generative AI is taught via both live sessions and recorded content. As part of certain specializations we have 6+ modules dedicaGenerative AI, plus 3+ projects throughout program to help you build an impressive portfolio and skillset.

    How many hours of GenAI can I expect in this course?

    As part of this course, you would have 20+ hrs of recorded video content on Generative AI plus multiple live sessions to master this cutting edge technology.

    What are the GenAI tools covered as part of this course?

    As part of this course, multiple industry leading tools are covered from various aspects and use-case perspective, some of them are: Replit, CromaDB, Github CoPilot, Pandas AI, Code Interpreter, OpenAI Embeddings, HuggingFace, Chroma, GPT 3.5, ChatGPT.

    Time Commitment for Data Science Course

    What is the time commitment expected for the programme?

    At least 12-15 hours per week of time commitment is expected to be able to graduate from the programme. The best data science and data analytics courses have an extensive quality curriculum but this course is designed to suit the needs of the working professionals as well which makes it manageable to learn.

    Will each specialization require different time commitments?

    Each of the five specializations covered in this course will have a common ~23-week curriculum in which the time commitment will be exactly the same. When you move onto a specialization in this course , it might be that some weeks are heavier in a particular track but lighter for others. But, overall the total time commitment required will be 12-15 hours/week on average.

    Career Prospect and Support for Data Scientists

    Why should I pursue any certification course?

    The IIIT Bangalore Data Science certification and the likes of data analytics certificate courses helps in the skill development and enhancing their career prospects. Another benefits is the ever-evolving field of data that it becomes imperative to constantly upskill oneself.

    How will my doubts/questions be addressed in an online programme?

    In this there is a peer-to-peer discussion forum where you can post your queries and your peers/faculty/teaching assistants answer your queries within a day. Regular Q&A sessions with faculty to get clarification on conceptual doubts. The imparted data science learning is aimed at giving a quality experience to the students where they can engage in a dialogue with their peers, faculty or TAs whenever they come across any doubt.

    Will I receive special different career services in each specialization?

    Each specialization is designed to give you the best outcome based on your background and help you venture into the data domain. The services and support for all the tracks will remain the same. Every student will have live sessions, industry mentorship, preparatory support, and access to relevant opportunities according to the requirements in their specialization track.

    Refund Policy/Financials

    What is the programme fee for the Post Graduate Programme in Data Science?

    The programme fee for this data science course is priced at INR 3,25,000 (incl. taxes).

    No Cost Credit Card EMI FAQ's

    0% EMI with Finance partners /Credit card option availability will vary program wise.

    1. Which banks allow using 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
    No cost EMI is available on credit cards from all major banks (American Express, Bank of Baroda, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Kotak Mahindra Bank, RBL Bank, Standard Chartered, Axis Bank, Yes Bank, State Bank of India, CITIBANK and HSBC).

    2. Is there any minimum transaction limit ?
    Yes. 50000 is the minimum.

    3. Standard Chartered Bank offers 18 or 24 months No Cost EMI ?
    No. ONLY 12 months is available irrespective of the Program enrolled.

    4. Will I have to pay any extra amount for EMI transaction?
    If you are availing 0% credit card EMI, upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions. Your bank may levy GST or other taxes on the interest component of the EMI.

    5. Are there any fees or down payment?
    Certain banks charge nominal processing fees between INR 99 - 500 on 0% Credit Card EMI transaction. If charged, will be billed in the first repayment installment.

    6. Can I use my International credit card for 0% credit EMI or Credit Card EMI?
    Only the Indian bank credit cards can be used. But you can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions, this will be purely between you and your bank.

    7. Are there any charges in case I opt for cancellation/refund from the course after paying balance with no cost EMI ?
    Yes, there will be additional charges to the extent of interest paid by the upGrad to the bank, you will be refunded only Principal amount, i.e. the amount actually deducted/blocked from your card. This deduction will be in addition to the amount mentioned in the refund policy shared with your offer letter.

    8. Can I Pay Using Multiple Credit Cards ?
    Multiple cards can be used to complete the payments using Part payment option make sure to inform the learner, minimum transaction is INR 50000 to opt for 0% CC EMI E.g. Amount to be paid: 150000. I can pay using 2 Credit cards. Yes, Example :
    HDFC Card – Part payment – INR 100000
    ICICI Card – Part payment – INR 50000

    9. How can I opt for Credit card EMI if my bank is not listed in the 0% Credit card EMI or Credit card EMI?
    You can pay the amount using the Credit card option in one shot / part payments, and later you can convert into EMI from your respective bank. The tenures and interest charged will depend on your bank. upGrad will not charge any processing fees or down payment for these transactions.

    10. Why is the entire amount blocked on my credit card?
    Initially your bank will block the entire amount from your available purchase limit and from your next billing cycle, you will be charged the EMI amount. As you start paying your EMI, your credit limit will be released accordingly. For example, if you have made a payment of ₹100000 on 6-months EMI and your credit limit is ₹200,000 then initially your bank will block your credit limit by ₹100000. After payment of your first month EMI of Rs.15000, the blocked amount will come down to ₹85000.

    11. Why is interest getting charged on No Cost EMI?
    Your bank will charge you interest. However, this interest charge has been provided to you as an upfront discount at the time of your payment, effectively giving you the benefit of a No cost EMI. The total amount paid during the entire EMI tenure to the bank will be equal to the amount to be paid to upGrad.

    Eg. Amount payable to upGrad: INR 405000
    Let's say Amount deducted at the time of transaction: INR 379850 (Principal amount) Bank charges interest of 12-15% per annum on INR 379850
    [Note: Interest factor is reducing rate and not Flat rate]
    EMI AMOUNT = INR 33750 x 12 = INR 405000
    Effectively, you have taken loan on 379,850 instead of 405,000

    Is there any deferral or refund policy for this program?

    Refund Policy: (Programmes with prep-session component)

    • Student must pay an applicable caution money for the enrolment to the Programme. This caution amount will be adjustable against the total Programme fee payable by the student.
    • You can claim a refund for the amount paid towards the Program at any time, before the Program Start Date, by visiting www.upgrad.com and submitting your refund form via the "My Application" section under your profile. You can request your Admissions Counselor to help you in applying and withdrawing for a refund by sending them an email with reasons listed. Processing fee of Rs. 10,000/- will be levied. If less than Rs. 10,000/- have been paid in total, student shall not be eligible for any refund in such case.
    • Student shall not be eligible for any refund under any circumstances if any such refund requests are raised post Cohort Commencement Date and student will continue to pay the EMI for loan (if applicable) and such loan cannot be cancelled. This is also applicable for those students who could not complete their payment and could not be enrolled in the cohort opted for. However, the student can raise a request for Pre-Programme deferral as per the policy defined below for the same.
    • In case of a refund, student will be solely responsible for any cancellation of loan, including but not limited to applicable loan cancellation charges levied on the total cancelled loan amount.
    • Student must pay the full fee within 7 days of payment of Caution Money or Cohort Commencement Date, whichever is earlier, otherwise the admission letter will be rescinded.
    • Request for refund must be sent via e-mail in the prescribed Refund Request Form. The refund will be processed within 30 working days of commencement of the program after being duly approved by the Academic Committee.
       

    1st Deferral (pre or post programme commencement) is free for all enrolled students with the following conditions:

    • The Post Graduate Program learners should complete the course in a maximum duration of 3 years from the initial batch start date.
    • The Advanced Certificate Program learners should complete the course in a maximum duration of 2 years from the initial batch start date.
       

    2nd deferral will be charged as explained below. 

     2nd Deferral Policy: (Pre- Programme Commencement) 

    • If a student, due to unavoidable circumstances is unable to commence with the cohort and requests for a deferral before the cohort starts, we provide the opportunity for the student to defer to another batch.
    • However, the student will be required to pay 50% of the total course fee amount (inclusive of taxes) before the deferral can be approved. Till this is completed, the student will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
    • A student can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of initial batch the student enrolled for.
    • The student has time till the current cohort launch date to make the payment of the 50% program fee, post which the deferral request will expire. Once the deferral window expires and the student now asks for a refund, the above-mentioned applicable refund policy will apply.
    • The fee applicable to the deferred student will be as per prevailing fee for the batch student as opted to defer to (No additional deferral fee is required to be paid).
       

    2nd Deferral Policy: (Post Programme Commencement) 

    • If a student is facing severe issues in dedicating time to the course, we provide the opportunity for the student to defer to another batch.
    • A student can request for deferral only once and to either of the scheduled cohorts to start in the next 1 year from the batch start date of initial batch the student enrolled for.
    • The student will be required to pay a deferral fees of 10% of the total course amount fee + Taxes if any along with the differential program fees between the two cohorts.
    • The deferral request will be approved once the deferral fee is paid.
    • Till this is completed, the student will be assumed to be continuing in the same cohort.
    • The student has 7 days (including holidays and weekends) from the date of deferral request to make the payment of the deferral fee post which the deferral request will expire, and the student will continue as part of the current cohort.
    • If the student completes the deferral payment, the student’s login will be disabled, the student will leave the deferred cohort and the student will start learning on the new cohort from the point of the last assignment that was graded in the deferred cohort. All grades and progress till that point will be carried forward as it is to the new cohort. For clarification, the grades of the graded assignments will be carried forward, whether the student had submitted these grading during the initial stage.
    • The deferral can only be requested during the batch for which the student has enrolled is ongoing. Once the batch has completed, deferral requests shall not be entertained. For clarification, the batch completion here shall mean the “last grace deadline” as communicated by upGrad.

    Selection Criteria for Data Science Course

    How do I know if the programme is right for me?

    To determine if this course aligns with your career needs and aspirations you need to consider the curriculum, imparted skill and the learning outcomes. And if you like finding meaningful insights from data and if you get excited by the prospect of informing business decisions through analysis and have an analytical bend of mind, then this programme is meant for you. As long as you are able to clear the selection test (or are exempt) and are excited about the transition to Data Science, this programme is meant for you.

    My current role does not include exposure to data. Does it make sense for me to opt for this programme?

    Absolutely! Data Science is becoming a necessity for all industries and is no more a choice. Hence, there is a critical demand for quality data professionals and because the supply is constrained, this is one of the most lucrative career options across industries. The data science courses are a gateway to a bright future as the demand for data professionals is on a surge. Moreover, the technical soundness allows the candidates to become employable.

    What is the application process for the programme and what are the timelines?

    There are four simple steps in the admission process which is detailed below:

     

    STEP-1 - Fill out the Application Form

    Fill out an application giving your basic profile details. 
     

    STEP-2 - Selection Test

    Give a short 17 minutes test which has 11 reasoning, aptitude & HSC level questions out of which it is important to get at least 6 right in order to get shortlisted. Test Exemption Criteria - GRE score is greater than 300.  GMAT score is greater than 650. CAT score is greater than the 90 percentile. GATE score is greater than 500. 
     

    STEP-3 - Shortlisting & Block Payment to Reserve Seat

    University will shortlist the basis profile & test scores. Receive offer letter and proceed with block amount INR 25,000/-  
     

    STEP-4 - Payment

    Balance to be closed within 7 days or batch start date whichever is sooner.

    What is the selection process for this programme?

    upGrad, IIITB, world-renowned faculty, and many industry leaders have committed a lot of time in conceptualising and creating this programme to make sure that the learners can receive the best possible learning experience in data analytics. Hence, we want to make sure that the participants of this programme also show a very high level of commitment and passion for Data Science.

     

    The applicants will have to take a selection test designed to check their aptitude and quantitative abilities. The applicants can skip the test if they meet one of the following criteria:

    • GRE score is greater than 300
    • GMAT score is greater than 650
    • CAT score is greater than 90 percentile
    • GATE score is greater than 500

    Is there any minimum educational qualification required to take this programme?

    Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 50% or equivalent passing marks. No coding experience is required.

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