Overview of Msc In Data Science And Business Analytics in Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation Malaysia
This programme is specifically designed to provide:
Knowledge and applied skills in data science, big data analytics and business intelligence.
Overall understanding of the impact of data science upon modern processes and business.
Exposure towards data science tools and techniques, as well as methods of data collection and utilization, to turn data into useful information via various processes.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Pre-Requisite Modules (For non-Computing students: to be completed upon 1st month of the programme)
R-programming
Statistics
Database for Data Science
Programming in Python
Core Modules
Specialization Modules (Choose 1 Pathway only)*
Big Data Analytics & Technologies
Data Management
Business Intelligence Systems
Research Methodology for Capstone Project
Applied Machine Learning
Data Analytical Programming
Multivariate Methods for Data Analysis
Capstone Project 1
Advanced Business Analytics and Visualisation
Capstone Project 2
Pathway 1:
Behavioural Science, Social Media and Marketing Analytics
Time Series Forecasting
Strategies in Emerging Markets
OR Multilevel Data Analysis OR Operations Research and Optimization
Pathway 2:
Cloud Infrastructure and Services
Deep Learning
Natural Language Processing
OR Building IoT Applications OR Data Protection and Management
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s degree with minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of 4.00, or its equivalent qualification as acceptable by the Senate.
• Bachelor’s degree with CGPA 2.50 out of 4.00, but below CGPA 2.75; can be accepted with rigorous assessment (include test, interview or portfolio).
• Bachelor’s degree with CGPA below 2.50 out of 4.00, or qualification which is equivalent can be accepted with minimum 5 years relevant working experience in related field.
