Program Overview
Today, from regional offices to the boardroom - data drives decisions. Data science professionals are directly involved in the highest levels of the corporate and organizational decision-making process. Data Science is one of the most in-demand sectors globally for 2021. Every industry, be it finance, retail, healthcare or information technology, has opened its doors for data science and analytics professionals. According to a report shared by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, data science expertise will drive a 27.9% rise in employment by 2026.
Business analytics is all about uncovering insights from raw data and using it to influence business decisions positively. When companies analyze their past performance, they identify market and strategy opportunities. The potential of business analytics is not limited to identifying opportunities to boost decision-making and operational efficiency. Companies use analytics to conduct market and competitor research to find new markets, new customer segments, new product ideas, etc. As an increasing number of organizations realize the potential of data backed by different data science technologies, the demand for skilled professionals is also rising. The global business analytics market continues to grow steadily, indicating that there is a rapidly growing demand for certified business analytics experts.
In partnership with upGrad, this fully online program takes the professional learner through 40 weeks of curated learning modules with Maryland Smith faculty.
Next Cohort Start Date: June 30, 2022