Start Date: September
Location: Tourism & Culinary Centre
Length: 1 Year
Credential: Post-Graduate Certificate, Data Analytics
Program Availability: Fall 2023 Term
Canadian Applicants
Closed
International Applicants
Closed
As a Data Analyst, you will analyze information and data to prepare thoughtful insights and recommendations.
Learn how to use historical and current data to predict future outcomes. You’ll learn to collect, sort, and analyze data efficiently and use predictive analytic techniques like statistical modelling and forecasting to prepare insights, predict problems, and improve outcomes.
You'll learn prescriptive analytics tools to apply logic and mathematical principles to data. You'll study optimization and simulation techniques and prepare recommendations to support decision-making processes.
You’ll explore advanced concepts in data analytics to learn how natural language processing, deep learning, and artificial intelligence can be integrated into research and reporting. You’ll also complete IBM Skills Academy certifications, ensuring you have the latest industry-standard processes and techniques to give you a competitive edge in the job market.
At the end of the year, you will complete a capstone project, which gives you the opportunity to demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of the skills you have developed. In addition, you’ll have access to the college’s Business Analytics Centre for use with industry-based clients.
Graduates of this program will possess the knowledge, skills, and aptitude to apply fundamental principles of data analytics, aligning data with business decision-making processes.
Students are required to bring their own laptops for this program. See a complete breakdown of technical requirements under the tuition and fees tab.
Note
Tuition, fees, and other costs are listed in Canadian dollars. International student fees are due on the first day of class.
| 1st Year | Canadian | International |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $7,918 | $13,768 |
| Other Costs | $664 | $664 |
| Total | $8,582 | $14,432 |
Note: Students are required to bring their own laptop which must meet the following technical specifications:
| Tuition & Fees | 1 Year |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $7,121 |
| Student Union Fee | $172 |
| Health & Dental Insurance | $445 |
| Fitness Fee | $80 |
| Graduation Fee | $100 |
| Total | $7,918 |
|
1st installment due September 6 1st installment for January intake due January 9 |
$5,070 |
|
2nd installment due January 9 2nd installment due for January intake due May 8 |
$2,848 |
| Other Costs | |
| Books | $500 |
| On-Site Parking | $164 |
| Total | $664 |
| Tuition & Fees | 1 Year |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $12,221 |
| Student Union Fee | $172 |
| Health & Dental Insurance | $1,195 |
| Fitness Fee | $80 |
| Graduation Fee | $100 |
| Total | $13,768 |
|
1st installment due September 6 1st installment for January intake due January 9 |
$ 10,920 |
|
2nd installment due January 9 2nd installment due for January intake due May 8 |
$2,848 |
| Other Costs | |
| Books | $500 |
| On-Site Parking | $164 |
| Total | $664 |
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Hours:3
Course Code:DATA-3215
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Hours:6
