Data analytics is the decryption and the interpretation of statistical models. With the rapid
mutation of technology and its increasing presence in all aspects of society, data has become a
prominent element of our everyday life.
Data science is what helps institutions observe, describe, and predict performances so they may take strategic actions accordingly. Although the discipline can be applied in any field of work, it is fervently used in the following ones: marketing, finances, computer sciences, online security, and information systems. Sinclair Community College, in addition to its Data Analytics associate, also offers a short-term certificate.
Photo source: Sinclair Marketing department
We sat down with Mr. Paul Hansford, Associate professor in Sinclair CS and IT department and
contact person for the data Analytics program. According to him, Data Analytics is an amazing field
with great career opportunities.
“Data is more and more present everywhere and there is a shortage of people to handle, manage and translate the information”, said Hansford. “We are working on a new program that will facilitate the formation of new Data analysts.”
Sinclair Community College through the Data Analytics Pipeline Grant wants to encourage minorities to get adequate training to become data analysts. With The Data Tech Grant the school is also targeting College Credit Plus students, students at Tech prep institutions and those right out of high school.
Starting Spring 2023, these Grants will go into effect and new modules will be implemented to facilitate the pathway into Data Analytics careers.
Photo source: Paul Hansford, Sinclair at the 2022 Data Science Symposium in Cincinnati
There are a great number of opportunities in Data Analytics. As Mr. Hansford said, Data science
offers skillsets that will allow you to build a career in any field. Even if your interest is in community
work, you can put your skills in the service of people through what is known as “data kind.”
Mame Thiome
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