Diploma in Data Science and Analytics
A unique interdisciplinary approach to business analytics
The Cumming School of Medicine is collaborating with the Faculty of Science to offer an interdisciplinary graduate-level diploma in Data Science and Analytics with a specialization in Health Data Science and Biostatistics.
Graduates with a diploma in the Health Data Science & Biostatistics Specialization will work as data scientists in the areas of animal and human health. Career opportunities include working as an analyst within the health care system working with large administrative health databases or developing algorithms to identify serious health conditions such as atrial fibrillation from wearable devices. Health data scientists are at the cutting edge of medicine using the vast amount of data produced on a daily basis to improve the lives of Canadians.
The Diploma in Data Science and Analytics with a Specialization in Health Data Science & Biostatistics will provide the skills necessary to advance precision medicine and precision public health. You will learn how to use various modern analytic techniques including machine learning, natural language processing and data visualization and how to apply these skills in the fast-paced world of medicine.
Program Information
Elevate your career – a graduate-level 8 course diploma taught by leading professionals on campus
Academic Curriculum
Upon graduation students will possess the skills and expertise needed to support data-driven decision making in a health care environment.
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