Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IIT-GN) is organising a virtual open house on Sunday to create awareness among students and working professionals about its new e-Masters degree programme in Data Science for Decision Making.
A unique aspect of this programme is its flexibility for students to complete it both earlier or later than the scheduled two-year course period. This way, they can attend the course and design it as per whichever timeline suits their requirements.
Those interested in learning about this programme can join the Virtual Open House, scheduled for 11 am, March 17, 2024, through the following link – https://iitgn-ac-in.zoom.us/j/94978849109.
Data Science is known for being a powerful tool for influencing personal and professional decisions in the increasingly digital world. Thus globally, there is a demand for skilled professionals who can turn raw data into meaningful insights and utilise that for greater benefits. IIT Gandhinagar is offering the e-Masters degree programme to meet this growing need, and nurture skilled professionals who can take their interests to new heights.
Admissions are currently open for the inaugural batch of this programme, which will commence in May 2024. The last date to apply for the course is April 5, 2024. Interested candidates can register on the IIT-GN Postgraduate Admission Portal – https://admissions.iitgn.ac.in/pgadmission/login
Even while the course will be taught online, the class size has been restricted to 40 to ensure the faculty can pay attention to every single one of the students.
Highlighting the programme’s flexibility, Prof Amit Prashant, Dean (Research and Development), IIT Gandhinagar, said, “While this Degree programme is designed to be completed in two years, candidates can customise their timeline. Working professionals or full-time students can pace themselves by setting their schedules with the possibility of completing it in 1.5 years or extending it to around 2.5 years.
Tailoring the timeline to individual needs will enable students to cope with the rigorous course structure that involves intensive assignments, practicals, and industry projects, all subject to regular evaluation.”
One of the programme›s primary goals is to equip students with the core competencies needed to enter the workforce immediately upon completing the course. To provide students with the requisite industry-relevant experiences, the programme includes a mandatory yearly 2-week residency. During these residencies, students will participate in intensive workshops and seminars, immersing themselves in an active learning environment.