Data Analytics

What is Data Analytics?

Finding needles in a haystack – it is probably what people in the field of data analytics are expected to do. It would be a simple task for them if they knew about the size, shape and colour of the needles they were looking for.

In the past, data have always been collected with a purpose in mind and decisions were made based on the organization needs and the data analysis results. Since the information explosion, everyone (government, business, and social media etc.) has been collecting data so as not to fall behind among competitors. Majority of them have no ideas what size, shape, or colour of the needles they are looking for. In some cases, they do not even know what is the thing that they are looking for.

Data Analytics is an area containing the relevant tools that allow you to divide and conquer massive data sets so as to find the needle for the right fabric.

Programs

Langara College offers two Data Analytics programs. Both programs allow students to gain experience handling data using industry-standard software applications and have ample opportunity fine-tuning their soft skills to effectively communicate their findings.

Graduates will have a strong understanding about data life cycles and will be equipped to meet the growing demand in data analytics processes. Analysts are expected to work with data to support the development of an organization and to help make technical, and strategic decisions.

Post-Degree Diploma in Data Analytics

This two-year full-time diploma program is designed for anyone who like working with data and interpreting results to support technical and strategic business decisions. The cohort-based program ends with a capstone project to apply their knowledge before starting a new career. Students will have the opportunity to develop strong project management and team building skills.

Data Analytics equips graduates with the skills and tools to divide and conquer massive data sets. Through group projects working with different data sets from different stakeholders, students will gain experience handling real-life data from fields such as telecommunications, finance, and health care industries.

Post-Degree Certificate in Data Analytics

This part-time certificate program is perfect for working professionals who would like to do more with numbers and expand their repertoire in data analysis. Courses are offered in evenings and/or weekends to provide maximum flexibility.

Note: Students in the program will need to have a desktop or laptop computer that meets basic minimum requirements including 15” display, Intel Core i7 processor with minimum of 16GB RAM, and 1TB hard drive. It is highly recommneded to have a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) with minimum of 4 GB of memory. (This is needed as you don't want to run the program for 20 hours and then it just dies on you!)

About Post-Degree Diploma (PDD) Programs

How much time is required to complete the Post-Degree Diploma program?

The Post-Degree Diploma program is a two-year full-time program. Students can complete the program (without work experience term) in four consecutive terms (or 16 months).

Can I do part-time in the Post-Degree Diploma program?

No. The Post-Degree Diploma program is a cohort-based full-time program.

Is the Post-Degree Diploma program open only to domestic students?

The Post-Degree Diploma program is open to both domestic students and international students.

Does the Post-Degree Diploma program admit students year round?

We have three intakes per year – January, May, and September.

When can I apply to the Post-Degree Diploma program? Is there any deadline?

You can apply to the Post-Degree Diploma program as early as 11 months before the program starts.

Shall I take IELTS Academic or IELTS General to fulfill the English requirement of the Post-Degree Diploma program?

Applicants to the Post-Degree Diploma program will have to take IELTS Academic. For more information, please refer to the IELTS Canada web site: https://www.ieltscanada.ca/ (near the bottom).

I have done some similar courses in my bachelor’s degree. Can I get transfer credits for the Post-Degree Diploma program?

No. The Post-Degree Diploma program does not accept transfer credits.

About the Post-Degree Certificate (PDC) Program

How much time is required to complete the Post-Degree Certificate program?

Students can complete this certificate program in 4-5 consecutive semesters.

Is the Post-Degree Certificate program open only to domestic students?

The Post-Degree Certificate program is open primarily to domestic students.

Please note that international students are unlikely to get the study permit and/or student visa approval if they are only accepted to a part-time program (like our certificate program).

Does the Post-Degree Certificate program admit students year round?

There are two intakes for the Post-Degree Certificate program – January and September.

When can I apply to the Post-Degree Certificate program? Is there any deadline?

You can apply to the Post-Degree Diploma program as early as 11 months before the program starts.

Although there is no set application deadline, students are encouraged to apply early in the applicaiton periods.

Shall I take IELTS Academic or IELTS General to fulfill the English requirement of the Post-Degree Certificate program?

Applicants to the Post-Degree Certificate program will have to take IELTS Academic. For more information, please refer to the IELTS Canada web site: https://www.ieltscanada.ca/ (near the bottom).

I have done some similar courses in my bachelor’s degree. Can I get transfer credits for the Post-Degree Certificate program?

No. The Post-Degree Certificate program does not accept transfer credits.