Data Science Immersive Online

Yes! Upon passing this course, you will receive a signed certificate of completion. Thousands of GA alumni use their course certificate to demonstrate skills to potential employers — including our 19K+ hiring partners — along with their LinkedIn networks. GA’s data programs are well-regarded by many top employers, who contribute to our curriculum and partner with us to train their own teams.

DSI students come from all walks of life but share one common mission: They are passionate about launching a career in data science or advanced analytics. We see career-changers from diverse professional backgrounds, including engineers and recent STEM graduates, mid-career marketing and financial analysts, and business strategists, as well as more those from more far-flung fields like sales and the law.

This is an intermediate-level course with some prerequisites. We recommend that students arrive with a strong mathematical foundation and familiarity with Python and programming fundamentals. Some students have engaged in self-learning or have some technical background, such as a degree in mathematics or computer science or work experience in research or analysis. 

Upon enrolling, you’ll complete a series online preparatory lessons, diving into the essentials of the Python programming language and applied math before the course begins.

Our Admissions team can discuss your background and learning goals to advise if this Immersive is a good fit for you.

Here are just some of the benefits full-time students can expect at GA:

• Expert instruction in the skills you need to successfully transition into a data science career.

• Self-paced pre-work to explore data science fundamentals and prepare to hit the ground running on day one of class.

• Robust coursework, including expert-vetted lesson decks, project toolkits, and more. Refresh and refine your knowledge throughout your professional journey as needed.

• A professional-grade portfolio to showcase your ability to solve real-world data problems to potential employers and collaborators.

• Individual feedback and guidance from instructors and TAs during office hours. Stay motivated and make the most of your experience with the help of GA’s dedicated team.

• Dedicated career services to help you navigate your personal job search experience, from technical challenges, to salary negotiation, and more.

• Technical interview prep, including resume reviews, mock interviews, and whiteboarding practice.

• Exclusive access to alumni discounts, networking events, and career workshops.

• A GA course certificate to showcase your new skill set on LinkedIn.

• Connections with a professional network of instructors and peers that lasts well beyond the course. The global GA community can help you navigate and succeed in the field.

For your capstone project, you’ll tackle a real-world data problem from end to end. Develop a pitch and problem statement, source and collect relevant data, conduct an exploratory data analysis, and build a predictive model. You’ll document and share your findings through a presentation, technical report, and non-technical summary.

Throughout this Immersive, you’ll also compile a portfolio of projects designed to reinforce what you’ve learned in each unit. Gain hands-on experience with statistical and machine learning models, Python programming tools, recommender systems, neural networks, and more.

This Data Science Immersive course is meant for students who are committed to changing careers and provides the most direct pathway to data science and other advanced analytics roles.

For professionals who already work with data and want to perform more complex analysis involving computation, we also offer an evening and weekend Data Science course.

If you’re searching for a more entry-level course, Data Analytics teaches beginners how to perform rigorous analysis with Excel, SQL, and Tableau.

It’s up to you! Our Remote courses offer a learning experience that mirrors GA’s on-campus offerings but allow you to learn from the comfort of home. If you don’t live near a GA campus, have a busy travel schedule, or just want to save yourself the commute, a Remote course could be a good option for you, if available in your market. You’ll still get access to the expert instruction, learning resources, and support network that GA is known for.

If you prefer to learn alongside your peers and can make it to campus, our in-person courses allow you to take advantage of our beautiful classrooms and workspaces.

Our Admissions team can advise you on the best format for your personal circumstances and learning style.

The same as our on-campus experience! We approach our Remote Outcomes programming with the same philosophy, promise to, and expectations of our students. Get an insider’s look at the industry through virtual sessions like day-in-the-life talks, hiring panel discussions, guest speakers, and more. You’ll work individually with your career coach to understand your local job market, find opportunities, and connect with the local data community.

Our Admissions team can provide more details on the dedicated support you’ll receive on the path to landing a data science role.

We offer a variety of different financing options, including installment plans and scholarships, so you can focus on what counts — your education. Speak with our Admissions team to learn more and find the best fit for you and your finances.

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