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Data Science Practitioner

Transform your passion for data into actionable insights with our Data Science Practitioner programme. In this practical and engaging course, we dive into the world of data science and unlock the power of analysis and visualisation, equipping you with the critical skills and knowledge needed to excel in the field of data science.

You'll master foundational concepts in data analysis, computing systems, and basic statistics, while also delving into advanced topics like data visualisation and ethical considerations. Our comprehensive modules will guide you through essential skills such as logical thinking, statistical analysis, and innovative design thinking.

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“Red & Yellow provides the skills necessary for the workplace. The projects given to students are not just based on theory but practicals and research processes are an essential part of the course, which is what creatives look for when applying.”

Khuthala Ngqayimbana

Desktop Publishing Designer at Ogilvy

Get an in-demand QCTO qualification

By the end of this programme, you’ll be proficient in harnessing data to drive decision-making, design impactful solutions, and navigate the complexities of data governance.

Through practical activities and workplace experience modules, you will put your newly found knowledge to the test and apply what you have learnt.

By the end of the programme, you will be ready to turn raw data into strategic insights and elevate your career with cutting-edge expertise in data science.

What you’ll learn

Collect large amounts of structured and unstructured data and extract and transform them into a usable format.
Analyse data to uncover patterns and trends in datasets to solve business problems.
Prepare and present descriptive analytics reports on patterns and trends using computer programming languages.
Explain data patterns and trends through data visualisation and storytelling.
Use industry recognised data data visualisation tools.

What do Data Science Practitioners do?

Data Science Practitioners transform raw data into a structured, usable format. They collect, ‘clean’, and analyse data to solve business problems. They prepare powerful data for storage, making it an impactful tool for business success.

This online certification is perfect for:

Aspiring data practitioners
Anyone who wants to learn how to work with large amounts of data and how to analyse use data visualisation and storytelling to inform and persuade

Learn from top talent

This QCTO accredited online Certificate is built and taught by data science experts who specialise in the field.

Build your skills

Gain both fundamental theory and practical data skills that are in high demand in today’s job market.

Think outside the box

This QCTO accredited Certificate is the perfect way to combine your creativity with practical commercial logic.

Elevate your career

Be recognised with an industry centric Red & Yellow certification, giving you a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills.

Red & Yellow courses are made to future-proof your career

Our courses are designed to accelerate opportunities and give a boost to your CV. Top businesses across industries recognise Red & Yellow graduates as having the practical skills and the theoretical background to hit the ground running with confidence and creative flair.

Included in your course:

An industry-sought-after Certificate of Completion from Red & Yellow
Original, relevant, and constantly updated content
An interactive online learning experience that includes videos, live chat sessions, forum discussions, and more
A team of course coordinators to assist you and Instructional Designers and subject matter experts to guide and teach

Benefits:

Our courses are both current and relevant to the South African context.

Applicable, practical assignments:

So that you can apply what you’re learning to your everyday work life, and your specific business challenges.

Discussion Forums and Chat sessions:

Helping you develop your professional network.
Hosted by your coach, lecturer, or subject specialist.
Ideal opportunities to discuss the content and get answers to all your questions.

Personalized feedback:

Tailored to your individual strengths, and opportunities for personal improvement.

A dedicated team:

Acting as your “virtual” support crew whose only focus is to help get you over the finish line.

Course curriculum:

Introduction to Data Science and Data Analysis

Discover the core principles of data science and analysis, exploring how to gather, process, and interpret data. Build a solid understanding of data workflows, from initial collection to drawing actionable insights.

Desktop and Professional Software to Communicate and Visualise Information

Refresh your logical thinking and calculation skills. Revisit key concepts in problem-solving and basic math, crucial for data analysis success. Enhance your ability to approach problems methodically and efficiently, laying a strong foundation for more advanced data science tasks.

Computers and Computing Systems

Get to know the nuts and bolts of computers and their systems. Explore how computing systems operate, including hardware, software, and networking fundamentals. Understand the technological backbone of data science, equipping yourself with the knowledge to work effectively with various computing environments and tools.

Computing Theory

Learn the principles that govern computer systems and algorithms, including fundamental concepts of data structures and computational complexity. This theoretical foundation will enhance your understanding of how computing systems process and manage data, essential for effective data analysis.

Statistics for Data Analytics

Master the basics of statistics. Learn to apply statistical methods to analyse and interpret data, including measures of central tendency, dispersion, and probability. Build your skills in data summarisation and visualisation, setting the stage for more advanced analytical techniques and informed decision-making.

Statistics Essentials for Data Analytics

Advance your statistical expertise. Dive deeper into statistical concepts and techniques, focusing on their application in data analytics. Explore hypothesis testing, regression analysis, and statistical inference to extract meaningful insights from data. This module is your gateway to mastering advanced statistical methods for robust data analysis.

Data Science and Data Analysis

Elevate your data science skills. Explore advanced techniques in data analysis, including data wrangling, predictive modeling, and machine learning. Apply these techniques to real-world datasets, enhancing your ability to uncover trends and make data-driven decisions. Prepare to tackle complex data challenges with confidence and expertise.

Data Analysis and Visualisation

Transform data into compelling visuals. Learn to analyse and present data effectively using advanced visualisation tools and techniques. Create informative charts, graphs, and dashboards that communicate insights clearly and persuasively.

Introduction to Governance, Legislation and Ethics

Navigate the landscape of data governance. Understand the principles of data protection, privacy laws, and ethical considerations in data handling. Learn to apply legal and ethical frameworks to your data practices, ensuring compliance and fostering trust in your data-driven decisions.

Fundamentals of Design Thinking and Innovation

Unlock your creative potential. Explore the fundamentals of problem-solving through a user-centered approach, applying design thinking principles to drive innovation. Learn techniques for brainstorming, prototyping, and testing ideas, equipping yourself to tackle challenges with creativity and insight.

4IR and Future Skills

Get ready for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). Explore emerging technologies and their impact on the data science field, including AI, automation, and data-driven innovations. Develop skills essential for navigating and thriving in a rapidly evolving digital landscape, preparing you for future challenges and opportunities.

Meet your team:

This course was created by, and benefits from, our full-time lecturers’ years of experience in the field – both in lecturing and in industry. They know how to nurture talent and bring out the best in students, resulting in many award-wins over the years.

Carmen Schaefer
Head of Academics

Leads Academic department, lecturer in design and art direction.
Expert in typography, holistic design, detail-oriented.
Nurtures talent, students win awards and succeed.

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About Red & Yellow

Creative thinking is the most important skill. Artificial Intelligence and robots are going to replace some of the jobs we know today.

Red & Yellow is the business school where talented people go to develop the career skills they need to thrive in this digital world.

R&Y unlocks creative thinking to build brilliant careers and organisations using Commercial Logic and Creative Magic.

We are vision-led and values-driven and we are developing the next generation of changemakers, creators and innovators.

We believe creative thinking is the most important skill of the future and it must be supported by uniquely human abilities such as leadership, adaptability and social intelligence.

We are a Creative School of Business that provides you with the commercial logic to grow successful organisations and more importantly the creative magic to set them apart.

We are teaching the great creators, inventors, leaders and entrepreneurs for the 21st Century.

We will be the most creative business school in the world.

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