
Professional Certificate Program in Data Science for Business Decision Making
The Foundation Course in Data Science for Next-Gen Managers. No Coding Experience Required. IIM Kozhikode is ranked amongst top 6 Management Institute in India.

Online
Format

8 months
Recommended 8-10 hrs/week

Jun 30, 2021
Start Date

200+
Hours of Learner Content

EMI Options
Starts at INR 5813/Month
About the Programme
Choose from 6 specializations, receive industry mentorship, dedicated career support, learn 14 programming tools & languages & much more

Industry Expertise
One-on-one sessions with industry mentors, access to all required softwares and tools, 3 projects and a Capstone to ensure you are up-to-date with the industry.

Dedicated Career Assistance
Receive 1:1 career counselling sessions & mock interviews with hiring managers. Further your career with our 300+ hiring partners.

Personalised Mentorship
Student support available 09 AM to 09 PM IST via email or use the Call Back option on the platform to get a response within 2 working hours.
Program Overview
Key Highlights

Designed for Managers

5+ Expert Coaching Sessions

3 Industry Projects and a Capstone!

One-on-One with Industry Mentors

Job Assistance with Top Firms

200+ Content Hours Available

20+ Live Learning Sessions

Learn on Excel, Tableau and Python

360 Degree Career Support

Support available all days 9 AM - 9 PM IST for queries

Case Based Pedagogy

Top Skills You Will Learn:
Business Problem Solving and Storytelling, Basics of Statistics and Machine Learning, and Data Science Strategy

Job Opportunities
Data Analyst Manager, Data Science Leader, Business Manager in a data-driven organization

Who Is This Program For?
Managers and Aspiring Managers, MBA Graduates, Engineers, Professionals in various domains

Minimum Eligibility
Bachelor’s Degree with minimum 50% marks (40% for Female Learners). Minimum 1 year of work experience. Learner should have studied Mathematics at Higher Secondary Level or Graduation / Post-Graduation.
Programming Languages and Tools Covered






Professional Certificate Programme from IIM Kozhikode
Complete all the courses successfully to obtain this prestigious recognition from IIM Kozhikode.
- 6th Ranked Management Institute in India by NIRF
- Widely recognised and valued certification from IIMK
- Network with Data Science, Business and Other Functional managers across all industries
The upGrad Advantage
Strong hand-holding with dedicated support to help you master Data Science

Learning Support
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Industry Mentors
- Receive unparalleled guidance from industry mentors, teaching assistants and graders
- Receive one-on-one feedback on submissions and personalized feedbacks on improvement
Student Support
- Available all days 9 AM – 9 PM IST.
- For urgent queries, use the Call Back option on the platform.

Q&A Forum
- Timely doubt resolution by Industry experts and peers
- 100% Expert-verified responses to ensure quality learning
Expert Feedback
- Personalized expert feedback on assignments and projects
- Regular live sessions by experts to clarify concept related doubts

upGrad BaseCamp
- Fun-packed, informative, and career building workshops Sessions by industry professionals and professors
- Group activities with your peers and alumni
Industry Networking
- Live sessions by experts on various industry topics
- One-on-one discussion and feedback sessions with industry mentors

Admission Process

Take the Online Eligibility Test
Complete your application to take the 30 minutes online eligibility test with 15 questions to kickstart the admissions process. The test is designed to access your quantitative skills, logical aptitude and verbal English to ensure you’re ready for the program.

Get Shortlisted & Receive your Offer Letter
Upon qualifying, an offer letter will be sent to you confirming your admission to the Professional Certificate Programme in Data Science for Business Decision Making.

Block your Seat & Begin the Prep Course
Block your seat with a payment of INR 20,000 to enroll into the programme. Get assistance from our loan partners for the fees. Begin with your Prep course and start your Data Science journey!
Programme Fee – Indian Residents
Starting at INR 5,813/month.
Programme Price INR 1,50,000 + GST. EMI Options Available
Our Learners Work At
Top companies from all around the world have recruited upGrad alumni






Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Professional Certification Programme in Data Science for Business Decision Making with upGrad?
The Programme is an engaging yet rigorous 8-month online program designed specifically for managers and working professionals to develop practical knowledge and skills, establish a professional network, and accelerate their careers. The certification is awarded by IIM Kozhikode.
What should I expect from the Programme in Data Science for Business Decision Making?
Expect to understand formulation of data science problems, the actual algorithms that are used, and how data is presented to help take important business decisions. The curriculum consists of live sessions, expert coaching sessions and projects making you a skilled data science manager at par with leading industry standards.
What should I NOT expect from the Programme in Data Science for Business Decision Making?
The program is NOT going to be easy. It will be requiring at least 8-10 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 programme?
The curriculum will consist of the following courses:
Course 1: Pre-Program Preparatory Content
Course 2: Business Problem Solving, Insights and Storytelling
Course 3: Statistics & Machine Learning
Course 4: Strategy
Course 5: Capstone Project
Optional Course: Introduction to Python
What type of learning experience should I expect?
The content will be a mix of interactive lectures from industry leaders as well as world-renowned faculty. Additionally, the program 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.
For queries, feedback & assistance
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