
Overview
The use of large volumes of data to forecast and predict human behaviour, business, and socio-economic outcomes has accelerated rapidly in recent years. This program builds foundational skills in data science with a specialization on the use of predictive models to forecast outcomes. Students will learn to apply data science and predictive modelling to provide insights, predictions, and operationalize the use of data for competitive and social benefits within an organization.
Outcomes of the Predictive Analytics program at University of Winnipeg :
- Design and implement data acquisition, management, and cleansing solutions to support data science applications;
- Use effective visualizations to communicate patterns, trends, and other findings stemming from the analysis of data;
- Use statistical techniques in the development of data science applications;
- Describe legal, ethical, and societal considerations arising from the application of data science and predictive analytics;
- Identify suitable applications and recommend the use of predictive analytical models in a business context;
- Design the overall solution architecture required to support predictive modeling applications; and
Design, test, and implement predictive analytical models.
Career Opportunities
- Data Scientist
- Data Engineer
- Quantitative Analyst
- Qualitative Research Analyst
- Data Analyst
- IT Systems Analyst
- Business Analyst
- Business Intelligence Analyst/Specialist
- Data Warehouse Analyst/Developer
Accreditation
Upon completion of this program, students will earn the Predictive Analytics Diploma
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Courses Include:
Applied Statistics for Data Science
Big Data Platforms
Data Acquisition & Management
Database & Programming Essentials
Data Visualization for Analytics
Effective Oral Communication
Effective Written Communication
Foundations of Data Science
Indigenous Insights*
Predictive Analytics Theory & Practice
Project in Predictive Analytics
Project Management Fundamentals
Resume Building & Job Search Techniques
Topics in Data Science
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
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Informatics & Information Sciences Business Information Systems Data Science & Big Data View 15 other Masters in Data Science & Big Data in CanadaExplore more key information
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General requirements
- Students applying to The University of Winnipeg PACE during the COVID-19 pandemic, may use the Duolingo English Test with a minimum score of 120 with a minimum Production score of 100 for applications to our 2021 programs.
- International students are required to hold a minimum of an undergraduate degree
- The Cumulative GPA, or Final Percentage, on these transcripts will be assessed for eligibility.
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21915 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 21915 CAD per year and a duration of 12 months. -
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15100 CAD/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 15100 CAD per year and a duration of 12 months.
Funding
Students attending programs at PACE are eligible for many funding possibilities such as bursaries, scholarships, government student aid, lines of credit, and sponsorship.
Financial Aid is administered by the Awards & Financial Aid Office, which supports the access and excellence mandate of The University of Winnipeg through a comprehensive program of scholarships, awards, prizes and bursaries.
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