Data Science

Convener

Dr Ashish Kumar Shukla
ashish.s@chanakyauniversity.edu.in

32
Credits

About the Minor :

The Minor in Data Science is designed to equip students from non-engineering and non-science streams with the knowledge and skills needed to thrive in the fast-paced and ever-evolving field of data science (DS) and machine learning (ML). As a student of this minor, you will embark on a comprehensive learning journey that blends some easy-to-access science and mathematics courses with specialized DS&ML subjects. With a strong emphasis on practical experience and project-based learning, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to real-world challenges and gain hands-on expertise in data analysis, machine learning, and more. 

With the exponential growth of data and the increasing demand for data-driven insights, the job prospects for graduates in data science are numerous and diverse. As a graduate of our program, you will be well-prepared to pursue exciting career opportunities in various industries. Furthermore, our program aims to foster an entrepreneurial mindset, equipping you with the skills to launch your own data-driven startups or pursue advanced studies in DS&ML.

  • Data analyst or data scientist in tech companies, consulting firms, and research organizations.
  • Machine learning specialist in industries such as finance, healthcare, and e-commerce.
  • Business analyst or data strategist in companies leveraging data for strategic decision- making.
CourseCredit Suggested Semester  
Python/R programming43
Introductory Mathematics and statistics43
Machine learning methods, graphs, and algorithms44
Data manipulation and analysis44
Data visualization45
Introduction to Optimization45
Prompt Engineering46
Project: Real time projects in the diverse areas like medical, speech recognition, fraud detection, disaster management, chatbot development, etc.46