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To thrive in today's competitive business landscape, you must take initiative, think strategically, and forecast potential scenarios using collected data. Predictive analytics is a statistical discipline focused on deriving insights from information to forecast trends and behavioral patterns. If you possess expertise in computer science, programming, mathematics, or statistics and have a passion for working with statistical data, this program might be your ideal choice. The Ontario College Graduate Certificate in Predictive Analytics covers statistical methods for data interpretation, modeling best practices, and large-scale data analysis approaches. Through collaborative projects and real-world case studies, you'll apply predictive modeling and analytical methods to integrate management strategies, IT solutions, and business modeling approaches for forecasting future developments. Organizations can leverage discovered data patterns to recognize potential risks and opportunities, enabling informed decision-making and optimal data utilization.
Duration: 1 year
Start Date: May 2024
Location: Guelph
Qualification: Ontario College Graduate Certificate
An Ontario College Diploma, Advanced Diploma, Degree or equivalent with an overall average grade of B or above (as assessed, by country, to Ontario standards) in any of these areas:
computer science
computer programming/analyst
OR
A Degree in mathematics or statistics,
OR
Applicants must have successfully graduated from the Business Analytics or Information Technology Business Analysis Ontario Graduate Certificate OR equivalent Graduate Certificate in other relevant disciplines that offer a significant level of analytics in their curriculum (such as health informatics).
OR
A minimum of 3 years of related industry/professional experience.
English Language Requirements: